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Taking the community offline: Host a IRL meetup!

  • March 31, 2026
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Max Pete
Community Manager
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Hey friends!

The results from our pilot are in, and one thing is clear: the magic of this community is even better in person. After successful meetups in Ferndale and Atlanta, we’re officially opening up The Arboretum IRL to our entire community!

We know that some of the best social media breakthroughs happen away from the screen. Whether you want to talk shop about the latest trends or just vent about the algorithm with people who get it, we want to fuel those connections.

The concept is simple: You pick the spot, and Sprout Social pays the tab.
 

How it works:

  1. Apply to Host: Tell us your city and your favorite local spot (Cafe, Bar, or Park).

  2. Get Approved: Once we review your application, we’ll give you the green light to set a date.

  3. Host & Connect: Show up, buy the first round of coffee or drinks on us, and enjoy the networking.

  4. Get Reimbursed: Send us your itemized receipt and a group photo, and we’ll reimburse you. It’s that easy.

No slides, no pitches, and no formal agendas. Just real conversations with your local peers.


Ready to lead the way?

We are now looking for our next wave of hosts! Whether you’re in Chicago, LA, NYC or anywhere in between, we want to help you build your local network.

👉 Apply to Host an Arboretum IRL Meetup