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Independent clubs and groups in Guelph. Tap any to go to the group itself.

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Book clubs in Guelph

Directory listing Downtown

Philosophy Unplugged Guelph

Monthly philosophy-leaning book discussions, first Sunday of the month at The Common (28 Wilson St).

Recurring events
First Sunday Philosophy Discussion

Monthly philosophy-leaning book chat at The Common, 10 AM, first Sunday.

Monthly, first Sunday at 10:00 AM
The Common, 28 Wilson St (across from city hall)
Source: meetup.com
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Outdoor & hiking clubs in Guelph

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Guelph Hiking Trail Club

Founded 1971. ~400 members maintaining the Radial Line, Speed River, and Kissing Bridge trails. Year-round guided hikes.

Recurring events
Guided Bruce / Speed River / Kissing Bridge Hike

Volunteer-led hike on one of three Guelph-radiating trails.

Multiple hikes weekly, year-round
Trail meeting points vary
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Running clubs in Guelph

Directory listing Southgate

Pursuit Run Club

Inclusive community runs Saturdays at 10 AM from Pursuit Athletic Centre on Southgate Drive.

Recurring events
Saturday Community Run

Inclusive 10 AM run from Pursuit Athletic Centre on Southgate.

Every Saturday at 10:00 AM
Pursuit Athletic Centre, 80 Southgate Dr
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Finding a club in Guelph

How do I find a club in Guelph?

Browse this page by category. We track 13 clubs and groups in Guelph, including 5 run clubs, 5 book clubs and 3 hiking and outdoor clubs. Each listing links straight to the group's own signup page, so you can join without going through Culdesac.

What is the best way to meet people in Guelph?

Pick something that repeats. Run Clubs are the largest category in Guelph right now with 5 active groups, and a weekly meetup gets you past the introductions faster than a one-off event ever will.

Are these Guelph clubs free to join?

Most are. Run clubs, book clubs and library programs are almost always free and drop-in. Sports leagues and some fitness groups charge a season or membership fee, which the group's own page will state.

How often do these groups meet?

The listings here are filtered to groups that meet on a repeating schedule, usually weekly or monthly. One-off events are excluded, because showing up twice is what turns an event into a friendship.

Do I need the Culdesac app to join a club in Guelph?

No. This directory is free to browse and every group links out to wherever it already organises. The app matters once a group runs its own chat and calendar on Culdesac, which puts you in the group chat the moment you say yes to an event.

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