The Symposium Club

upcoming events · fall 2026

Big questions, cold drinks, good fun.

Expert-led talks paired with drinks, conversation & fun. Grab your seat before they sell out.

What Really Makes Us Happy? — Professor Katherine Nelson-Coffey · October 8 · Formation Brewing, Phoenix

Buy Tickets → October 8 · Phoenix

How Do We Treat the Stranger? Encounters with Odysseus — Professor Mike Tueller · October 15 · Formation Brewing, Phoenix

Buy Tickets → October 15 · Phoenix

What Did Phoenix Bury to Build Its Airport? — Professor & Archeologist Matthew Kroot · October 22 · Hundred Mile Brewing, Tempe

Buy Tickets → October 22 · Tempe

How Did the Civil War Change the North? — Professor Calvin Schermerhorn · October 29 · Formation Brewing, Phoenix

Buy Tickets → October 29 · Phoenix

Can Humans and AI Achieve More Together? — Kyle Bowen, Deputy CIO, ASU · November 5 · Hundred Mile Brewing, Tempe

Buy Tickets → November 5 · Tempe

What Do We Mean When We Say We Have Free Will? — Professor Thomas Blackson · November 12 · Hundred Mile Brewing, Tempe

Buy Tickets → November 12 · Tempe

Can't make these dates? Join the list for first dibs on new talks, presale access & discounts.

how it works

act 1

Our expert sets the stage.

The evening opens with a compelling keynote framing the night's theme, grounding us in why it matters now. The act ends with one focused question to discuss together at your table.

act 2

Exploration through story and insight.

The presenter goes deeper, offering contrasting perspectives, modern parallels, and human stories that challenge assumptions and expand how we see the topic. This act ends with a second guided discussion prompt.

act 3

Where ideas become inspiration.

The expert brings the evening full circle, weaving key concepts into a cohesive conclusion that moves the room from understanding to inspiration. The act concludes with a Q&A, inviting audience voices into the closing perspective.

about us

The original night of ideas.

Over 2,000 years ago in ancient Greece, the symposium was where people gathered to share wine, stories, and philosophy. The Symposium Club revives that tradition, where conversation is the entertainment and ideas awaken something in you.

Why we need it again.

We're drowning in screens, doomscrolling, and shallow digital stimulation. The Symposium Club is a return to in-person connection—where we step out of the feed, sit together again, and learn things that actually inspire us.

An ancient idea reimagined today.

We've created a modern take on the Greek symposium: an evening that blends an expert-led talk with meaningful conversation. You'll hear a few fresh perspectives, share your own, meet new people, and leave having learned something new to think about.

frequently asked questions

Inspired by the spirit of the Ancient Greek symposium, we invite curious minds to gather over drinks, connect, and learn from an expert-led discussion on topics from science to history to philosophy.
Each discussion lasts for about 75 minutes. Our events unfold in three segments, each followed by a 10-minute break for conversation, reflection, and mingling over drinks. There will be Q&A at the end, and we invite you to stay and continue chatting afterwards.
Yes! A selection of drinks (including alcoholic and non-alcoholic options) will be available for purchase at the venue.
Yes, tickets must be purchased in advance. We don't offer on-site ticket sales.
Visit our upcoming events page to learn more about our events and purchase tickets.
When you arrive, the host will seat you. Seating is assigned at shared tables to encourage conversation and connection. If you're joining us with others, please let the host know when you arrive.
Our talks span philosophy, science, history, art, and self-improvement, with every event dedicated to exploring just one of these themes.
That's the whole point! Our talks are designed to be accessible and engaging, no matter your familiarity with the topic.
You can join our list to get updates on upcoming events or follow us on social media.
Interested in leading a discussion? We'd love to hear from you! Please reach out through our contact page, and we'll be in touch.

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