On Episode 1305 of the Real Estate Rockstars podcast, superstar realtor Greg Kuchan shared a simple but powerful approach to networking: stop forcing it. Instead, find activities you genuinely enjoy and invite people to join you. Whether that’s hiking, trivia nights, or volunteering, it’s about building real connections through shared experiences.
It’s a refreshing reminder that growing your business doesn’t have to feel like work—it can be fun. When you show up authentically and consistently in your community, you create opportunities to meet people naturally and form relationships that lead to trust (and eventually, clients).
With that in mind, here are 50 fun and creative ways realtors can get involved in their communities while actually enjoying themselves.
50. Host a neighborhood movie night
Set up a projector in a park or driveway and invite families to bring chairs and blankets.
49. Start a local running or walking challenge
Encourage neighbors to track miles together and meet weekly.
48. Offer free headshots for local professionals
Set up at a park or coworking space—people will remember the realtor who helped.
47. Lead a photography contest
“Best local landmark shot” or “cutest pet” contests get the community engaged.
46. Join or start a podcast club
Like a book club but for podcasts—discussion + networking in a casual setting.
45. Get into local photography or Instagram groups
People love exploring town together with cameras in hand.
44. Attend networking breakfasts or coffee mornings
Especially those hosted by local biz groups.
43. Help at food banks or soup kitchens
Hands-on service builds real bonds.
42. Be part of parent-teacher associations
If you’ve got kids, PTA is full of engaged locals.
41. Join a wine club or brewery tour group
If you enjoy tastings, this is a natural social circle.
40. Organize seasonal drives
School supplies in August, coats in fall, toys in December.
39. Be visible at parades
March with a local group or help with floats.
38. Take part in city beautification projects
Plant trees, paint murals, or landscape common areas.
37. Sponsor or join local charity auctions
Bid, donate, or help organize items.
36. Volunteer at hospital or senior centers
Friendly visits, bingo nights, or holiday decorating.
35. Join a makerspace or coworking hub
Collaborative spaces are networking goldmines.
34. Be active in faith-based communities
Church groups, temple events, or interfaith gatherings.
33. Start a local hiking or outdoor adventure group
Perfect if you love nature and fitness.
32. Offer to judge local contests
Pie bake-offs, chili cook-offs, art competitions—fun and social.
31. Teach kids’ clinics or camps
Sports, art, coding—whatever skill you enjoy sharing.
30. Participate in open mic nights
Comedy, music, poetry—fun atmosphere where people chat before and after.
29. Join a chamber of commerce committee
Pick one aligned with your interests (events, marketing, small biz support).
28. Host a charity yard sale
Invite neighbors to contribute and donate proceeds to a local cause.
27. Start a neighborhood newsletter or Facebook group
Keep people informed about local happenings, while positioning yourself as the go-to connector.
26. Be a sponsor at school carnivals
Not just with money—hand out popcorn, balloons, or prizes.
25. Volunteer at the library
Storytime, tech help, or hosting workshops.
24. Take part in craft fairs
Even if you don’t sell crafts, attending regularly builds visibility and connections.
23. Lead a walking or biking tour
Highlight neighborhoods, architecture, or hidden gems.
22. Organize a holiday lights tour or contest
People love showing off their decorations—and you get to meet homeowners in a festive setting.
21. Get involved in local history groups
Help with tours, events, or even writing articles about historic homes.
20. Attend trivia nights
Form a team or join one—low-stakes, social, and recurring.
19. Be part of a gardening club or community garden
Great for hands-on connection, and people love trading tips (and produce).
18. Offer free photography for local events
If you like taking photos, share them on social media and tag the community groups.
17. Join a local theater group
Acting, set design, or even backstage help—community theater is a magnet for connections.
16. Host a neighborhood block party
Bring food trucks, music, and games. Everyone loves the neighbor who organizes fun.
15. Be a regular at one coffee shop/bar/restaurant
Consistency builds relationships. When you’re “that person,” the staff and regulars know you.
14. Start a “newcomers club”
Many communities lack this, and as a realtor, you’re perfectly positioned to help new residents connect.
13. Join a service club
Rotary, Lions, Kiwanis—classic networking with a built-in service mission.
12. Mentor students or young professionals
Many schools and chambers of commerce have programs to connect with mentors.
11. Be active at local festivals
Help with setup, run a booth, or even emcee. Local events = natural mingling.
10. Organize hobby meetups
Photography walks, hiking groups, chess nights—whatever you’d actually enjoy doing.
9. Teach a class or workshop
Anything from “First-time Homebuyer Basics” at the library to “How to stage your home with stuff you already own.”
8. Take leadership in a nonprofit board
Pick one aligned with your passions—arts, housing, youth, environment.
7. Support animal shelters
Volunteer at adoption events, walk dogs, or sponsor a pet-of-the-week column on your socials.
6. Join a fitness group
CrossFit, yoga in the park, cycling clubs—bonding through sweat is underrated.
5. Start a local podcast or YouTube series
Feature local business owners, coffee shops, parks—people love supporting someone who shines a light on the community.
4. Run or walk in charity events
5Ks, fun runs, or walks for a cause. Easy to participate, low-pressure, and community-driven.
3. Take a cooking or art class
Shared creativity sparks connections—and who knows, your classmates might be future clients.
2. Participate in farmers’ markets
Set up a booth with local guides, or just be a regular shopper chatting with vendors.
1. Sponsor a youth sports team
Not just writing a check—show up for the games, cheer them on, and hand out snacks.
