American Mensa National Events Calendar

M Virtual Discussion Group

Virtual meeting

Good conversation is just a Zoom away. Connect with fellow Mensans to discuss current events, Mensa, life, or whatever's on your mind. Meets Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 2 p.m. Eastern.

Starts
July 1, 2026
2:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-04:00)

Ends
January 1, 2027
4:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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Saturday M Virtual Discussion Group

Virtual meeting

Connect with fellow Mensans every Saturday at 2 p.m. Eastern for a casual Zoom conversation. Talk, listen, share ideas, and enjoy great company.

Starts
July 1, 2026
2:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-04:00)

Ends
January 1, 2027
4:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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Mensa Foundation Forum

Webinar

Join Mensa Foundation President Nguyen Pham for the third annual Mensa Foundation Forum as he reflects on the Foundation’s accomplishments over the past year and shares a look at what’s ahead. Get an inside look at new initiatives, upcoming programs, and the work shaping the Foundation’s future.

Starts
October 7, 2026
7:00 PM America/Chicago (GMT-05:00)

Ends
October 7, 2026
8:00 PM America/Chicago (GMT-05:00)

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Bored Meeting

Local Group Meeting

Piedmont Area Mensa

Starts
October 7, 2026
5:00 PM America/New York (GMT-04:00)

Ends
October 7, 2026
7:00 PM America/New York (GMT-04:00)

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M-Entrepreneurship Monthly Virtual Meeting

Virtual meeting

Ready to connect with fellow entrepreneurs? Whether you’re running a business or thinking about starting one, join M-Entrepreneurship for its monthly Zoom meeting. October’s gathering will be a networking night featuring introductions from new members followed by open discussion, idea-sharing and conversation.

Starts
October 15, 2026
8:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-04:00)

Ends
October 15, 2026
9:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-04:00)

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PFAS- Toxic for Eternity: The High Cost of Forever Chemicals (Live & Via Zoom)

Community Event

No group assigned

What are “forever chemicals,” and what do they mean for our health and communities? Join Southeast Michigan Mensa for a conversation with PFAS expert and advocate Tony Spaniola, who will explore how these persistent chemicals have infiltrated our water, food and environment — and the high cost of living with them.

Starts
October 17, 2026
7:00 PM America/New York (GMT-04:00)

Ends
October 17, 2026
9:00 PM America/New York (GMT-04:00)

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Irish Mensa Lecture & Discussion: Forging Better Futures for You and AI

Virtual meeting

No group assigned

What if AI were designed to work with us, not against us? Watch this month's Gresham College lecture, "Forging Better Futures for You and AI," then join the conversation about the future of responsible, human-centered technology.

Starts
October 19, 2026
1:00 PM US/Central (GMT-05:00)

Ends
October 19, 2026
2:30 PM US/Central (GMT-05:00)

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Navigating the Application Process Webinar

Webinar

Applying to college? Let’s make it a little less daunting. Join Mensa Region 10 Gifted Youth for a free virtual webinar covering what admissions officers look for, early vs. regular decision, application tips and more. Designed for students in 10th grade and up — and the parents helping them navigate the process.

Starts
October 20, 2026
5:30 PM America/Chicago (GMT-05:00)

Ends
October 20, 2026
6:30 PM America/Chicago (GMT-05:00)

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Non-fiction Book Discussion - The Seven Sins of Memory: How the Mind Forgets and Remembers by Daniel L. Schacter

Intellectual Stimulation

Mensa of Western Washington

Join us for a discussion of Daniel L. Schacter’s The Seven Sins of Memory: How the Mind Forgets and Remembers. We’ll share what we enjoyed, what challenged us, and what we’d like to see more or less of in future book selections.

Starts
October 21, 2026
6:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-07:00)

Ends
October 21, 2026
7:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-07:00)

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Mensa of Western Washington's Virtual Game Night

Local Group Meeting

Join us online the fourth Thursday of each month for Board Game Arena, Jackbox, Codenames and more! What we play depends on who shows up, so come ready for anything. No experience necessary — we’ll help you get set up and playing.

Starts
October 22, 2026
8:00 PM America/Chicago (GMT-05:00)

Ends
October 22, 2026
9:00 PM America/Chicago (GMT-05:00)

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Theodore Talk: Saving the World with Cheap, Generic Toys

Virtual meeting

Brian McCarty’s War Toys® project adds “humanitarian heroes” to classic toy soldiers, transforming play from conflict-focused to more thoughtful, peaceful scenarios — proving small design changes can shape generations.

Starts
October 25, 2026
2:30 PM US/Central (GMT-05:00)

Ends
October 25, 2026
3:30 PM US/Central (GMT-05:00)

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Minnesota Science Fiction and Fantasy SIG Discussion

Virtual meeting

Minnesota Mensa

Do you enjoy stories about space travel, aliens, futuristic technology or sword-and-sorcery adventures? Join us as we explore the humor in speculative fiction — from Douglas Adams and Terry Pratchett to Red Dwarf and beyond. We’ll discuss satire, absurdism, odd-couple comedy and favorite funny moments, then open the floor to whatever’s on your mind about science fiction, fantasy or maybe just interesting science.

Starts
October 25, 2026
1:00 PM America/Chicago (GMT-05:00)

Ends
October 25, 2026
3:00 PM America/Chicago (GMT-05:00)

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Can You Explain What Your AI Just Did?

Webinar

AI can make us faster — but what happens when we stop thinking for ourselves? Jonathan Bethune explores “cognitive infrastructure” and offers practical strategies for using AI without outsourcing our judgment, skills or ownership. Technical enough to be useful, accessible enough for anyone looking to boost productivity without the brainrot.

Starts
October 27, 2026
8:00 PM America/Detroit (GMT-04:00)

Ends
October 27, 2026
9:00 PM America/Detroit (GMT-04:00)

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Mensa Youth 101: From Application to Membership

Webinar

Curious whether Mensa might be a good fit for your child? Join us for a friendly introduction to Mensa’s Gifted Youth Program. We’ll walk through eligibility, the application process and what membership can offer your child and family — with plenty of time to get your questions answered.

Starts
October 29, 2026
7:00 PM America/Chicago (GMT-05:00)

Ends
October 29, 2026
8:00 PM America/Chicago (GMT-05:00)

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Toronto Mensa Inquiring Minds - Constructing Health: How the Built Environment Enhances Your Mind's Health

Virtual meeting

No group assigned

Can a building make you feel better? Architect Tye Farrow explores the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and architecture, revealing how our surroundings affect the brain, body and well-being — and how thoughtful design can help create healthier spaces.

Starts
November 1, 2026
2:00 PM America/Detroit (GMT-05:00)

Ends
November 1, 2026
3:00 PM America/Detroit (GMT-05:00)

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New Zealand Saturday Seminar: AI Risks

Virtual meeting

No group assigned

AI’s potential risks — including existential ones — are sparking serious conversations around the world. For this discussion-based seminar, everyone will read Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei’s recent essay on AI safety and come ready to discuss. Additional essays and a Hard Fork episode are available for those who want to dig deeper.

Starts
November 7, 2026
6:00 PM America/New York (GMT-05:00)

Ends
November 7, 2026
7:00 PM America/New York (GMT-05:00)

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IGNYTE! Regional Gathering for Young Mensans

Regional Gathering

Northern New Jersey Mensa

Ignite new connections at IGNYTE! 2026! Join Young Mensans Nov. 13–15 in Randolph, New Jersey, for a weekend of fun, friendship and activities — plus sessions for parents of gifted children. Optional Friday and Sunday outings include an astronomy presentation and a tour of the Thomas Edison National Historical Park.

Starts
November 13, 2026
5:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
November 15, 2026
1:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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Non-fiction Book Discussion - Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures by Merlin Sheldrake

Intellectual Stimulation

Mensa of Western Washington

Join us for a discussion of Merlin Sheldrake’s Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures. We’ll share what we enjoyed, what challenged us, and our thoughts on future discussions.

Starts
November 18, 2026
6:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

Ends
November 18, 2026
7:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

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M-Entrepreneurship Monthly Virtual Meeting

Virtual meeting

Starts
November 19, 2026
8:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
November 19, 2026
9:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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Brilliance by the Bay RG

Regional Gathering

San Francisco Regional Mensa

Starts
November 20, 2026
3:00 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

Ends
November 22, 2026
1:00 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

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SCUBA SIG Dives Cozumel

Local Group Meeting

Join the SCUBA SIG for a Cozumel tradition more than 20 years in the making. Enjoy relaxed drift dives, vibrant marine life, and plenty of fun with fellow Mensans — while non-divers and non-Mensans are always welcome to come along for the adventure.

Starts
December 2, 2026
1:00 AM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
December 9, 2026
1:00 AM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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DAMNations 35: Merry Misfits

Regional Gathering

Dayton Area Mensa

Starts
December 4, 2026
3:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
December 6, 2026
12:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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American Mensa Committee Meeting

Committee Meeting

A meeting of the American Mensa Committee will be held virtually on Saturday, Dec. 5, starting at 10 a.m., Central time.

Starts
December 5, 2026
10:00 AM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
December 5, 2026
5:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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New Zealand Saturday Seminar: AI & the Future of Work

Virtual meeting

No group assigned

AI is reshaping the future of work — but what will that actually look like? Explore the forces transforming tech careers, from automation and apprenticeship to productivity and purpose, and discover what work may be automated, amplified, or remain uniquely human.

Starts
December 5, 2026
5:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
December 5, 2026
6:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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Toronto Mensa Inquiring Minds - Nepal: It's Never Too Late: Redefining Love, Connection, and Personal Resilience on the Great Himalaya Trail

Virtual meeting

No group assigned

It’s never too late for a great adventure. Explorer and author Patti Shales Lefkos shares stories and insights from her upcoming memoir, Nepal: It’s Never Too Late, exploring love, connection and resilience on the Great Himalaya Trail — including her remarkable 75-day, 800-kilometer trek celebrating her 80th birthday.

Starts
December 13, 2026
2:00 PM America/Detroit (GMT-05:00)

Ends
December 13, 2026
3:00 PM America/Detroit (GMT-05:00)

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Non-fiction Book Discussion - Tasting History: Explore the Past Through 4,000 Years of Recipes by Max Miller & Ann Volkwein

Intellectual Stimulation

Mensa of Western Washington

Join us for a discussion of Max Miller and Ann Volkwein’s Tasting History: Explore the Past Through 4,000 Years of Recipes. We’ll dig into what we enjoyed, what challenged us, and what the book reveals about history through food.

Starts
December 16, 2026
6:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

Ends
December 16, 2026
7:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

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M-Entrepreneurship Monthly Virtual Meeting

Virtual meeting

Starts
December 17, 2026
8:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
December 17, 2026
9:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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A Gathering of Gamers

Multi-Day Meeting

Chicago Area Mensa

Starts
January 15, 2027
3:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)