I’m in the Netherlands and haven’t found many in-person spaces for occult interests beyond groups centered on Wicca or places mainly selling things. I’d like to meet people to share ideas and learn from each other, and I’m considering organizing something small. Would that appeal to others, and how would you get it started?
Would anyone else want a small occult meetup that isn’t focused on one path?
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I’d start by making the invitation specific about the format, not just the subject. Say whether it’s a discussion group, a study circle, or a place to try practices together, and name a few interests you’d welcome. “Occult” can mean very different things to different people, so a little clarity can help the right folks find you.
For a first gathering, keep it low-pressure: a public, accessible venue, a clear end time, and no expectation that anyone share personal details or take part in a ritual. See who comes and let the group develop from there.
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Try one simple meetup before building a whole group around it. Pick a neutral place and a topic broad enough to include people with different backgrounds, then ask attendees what they’d actually want from future meetings. A regular schedule can come later if there’s interest.
If the venue has a cost, be upfront about it. That helps keep a social gathering distinct from a class or a sales event.
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I’d be careful not to treat “not Wiccan-focused” as meaning everyone needs to agree on what the occult is. A short set of ground rules about respect, consent, and how to handle conflicting witchcraft advice without pressuring anyone to adopt a belief or practice could make a mixed group feel easier to join.
To find people, you could share a brief invitation in local interest circles and ask relevant community spaces whether they’ll let you post it. You may get a small first group, and that’s still enough to see whether the idea has legs.
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