NOTE FROM THE FOUNDER’S DESK (*currently buried in tchotchkes)
Happy Planning, Clear-Eyed Crew!
Listen, I know we're barely through February, but I need you to look at what's coming this spring and tell me you're not at least a little intrigued. We've got sober yoga and NA tastings here in Seattle (shameless plug: I'll be there), sober burlesque in Columbus called PLOT TWIST (the name alone), and an opossum-themed paint and sip in Chicago because why not. Hockey fans can catch Recovery Night with the Nashville Predators, NYC is throwing its annual Sober St. Patrick's Day party, and DC is doing Booze Free Bingo. Feeling ambitious? There's a 24-hour dry cruise, a recovery coach certification in the Berkshires, and a literal trip to Machu Picchu. I'm not saying you need to do all of it. But you could.
Now let’s get the party started…
— Alysse Bryson (*AB, that’s me)
Founder, The Sober Curator | Seattle 🌃 05.01.2006
SEATTLE, WA | MARCH 6, 2026
At Home in the Body: Sober Yoga & NA Tastings with The Sober Curator
Join Ariel Young (LICSW, Certified Grief Counselor, Registered Yoga Teacher) for a yin and restorative session focused on welcoming you back home to your body. The evening moves through breathwork, gentle flow, energizing movement, restorative postures, and deep rest through savasana. All levels welcome. Non-alcoholic beverages provided.
Whether you’re sober, sober-curious, or just looking for a different kind of Friday night, come move, breathe, and connect.
MINNEAPOLIS, MN | MARCH 7, 2026
Sam Miller Live in Minneapolis
Sam Miller is a nationally touring comedian from Olympia, Washington. He is 6 foot 6, 360 pounds, has two kids, (one of them is on purpose) he’s been married for 15 years, and has been clean and sober for 17 years. Sam likes to make jokes about what it’s like to be a sober parent. He also likes to make jokes about what jails like in Yakima. His first album and special, Round Trip, was recorded and filmed under the tutelage of Grammy-winning producer Dan Schlissel, whose indie label, Stand Up! Records, Sam had recently signed a three-album deal with. Round Trip was released October 27th 2023 and immediately went to number one on the iTunes Comedy Charts. It even broke into the top 200 overall charts. Sam is a recurring guest and has been heard by an estimated 2.5 million listeners on the nationally syndicated “Bob & Tom Radio Show.”
SAN FRANCISCO, CA | MARCH 10, 2026
Carly Schwartz: Misadventures of a Self-Medicated Life
Join Carly Schwartz, former San Francisco Examiner editor in chief and founding editor of HuffPost’s San Francisco bureau, for the launch of her debut memoir, I’ll Try Anything Twice: Misadventures of a Self-Medicated Life.
NEW YORK CITY, NY | MARCH 17, 2026
Sober St Patrick’s Day NYC
The mission of Sober St. Patrick’s Day® is to reclaim the true spirit of St. Patrick’s Day by changing the perception and experience from an occasion for binge drinking and the misuse of alcohol or other drugs to a celebration of the richness of Irish culture and the legacy of St. Patrick.
SEATTLE, WA | MARCH 22, 2026
Annual Spring Kick Off & Community Celebration
Join Recovery Beyond for an afternoon of sober, outdoor-focused community connection as we kick off the new season. This free gathering inside the beautiful Mt Baker Community Club brings together members, volunteers, partners, donors, and allies who are building recovery-centered outdoor community.
NASHVILLE, TN | MARCH 28, 2026
3rd Annual Nashville Predators Recovery Night
We’re excited to invite you to the 3rd Annual Predators Recovery Night at Bridgestone Arena, a growing tradition rooted in recovery, community, and connection.
We’ll gather before the game for a one-of-a-kind recovery meeting featuring a special guest speaker, shared fellowship, and exclusive access to Predators memorabilia and raffles. After the game, attendees will have the opportunity to take part in an intimate on-ice experience, making the night truly unforgettable.
CHICAGO, IL | MARCH 28, 2026
Sober Opossum Paint & Sip
Join us for our monthly Sober Opossum Paint & Sip, a relaxed, alcohol-free, 18 and up art night designed for adults who want to get creative, unwind, and spend time with one of nature’s most charming sweeties – an opossum!
This painting session is beginner-friendly and all about having fun. We’ll provide the supplies, gentle instruction, and cozy vibes in the classroom space while we hang out with Opal the opossum! No art experience needed. You bring your curiosity, creativity, and favorite non-alcoholic sip.
COLUMBUS, OH | APRIL 04, 2026
PLOT TWIST! Columbus’s Premiere Sober Burlesque Revue
Join us on Saturday, April 4th for PLOT TWIST! Columbus’s Premiere Sober Burlesque Revue, featuring The Mo’ment, Silky the Body, Thrillda Swinton, Velvet Dior, and Wisteria Knell.
ORLANDO, FL | APRIL 08 - 10, 2026
Bridges to Empowerment SMART’s 2026 National Conference
This gathering of SMART Recovery and Family and Friends facilitators, professionals, peersand advocates offers engaging keynotes, educational breakout sessions, and open discussions to help you enhance your professional and personal skills, connect with a like-minded community, and explore realworld strategies for supporting recovery. This is your opportunity to grow, share ideas, and contribute to the future of recovery. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a movement that’s changing lives—sign up today!
VANCOUVER, BC | APRIL 24 - 25, 2026
DRY AT SEA 24HR CRUISE
Join Us A Sober Celebration on Board Holland America Vancouver to Seattle April 24th/25th. Contact Darci Murray from HOOKED Alcohol-Free Travel to book.
BERKSHIRES, MA | APRIL 29 - MAY 03, 2026
Adventure Recovery Coach Certificate – Berkshires, April 2026
The Adventure Recovery Coach training provides individuals with the foundational tools and skills to integrate the “nature as healer” approach into the recovery coaching process. Upon completion of the AR coach training, you will possess the necessary knowledge and skills to safely and effectively lead others on basic outdoor adventures. These include hiking, orienteering, and ceremonial activities, to name a few. AR coaches receive ongoing supervision and education through the Adventure Recovery leadership team.
MACHU PICCHU | MAY 23 - 31, 2026
Machu Picchu with Capsule Adventures
Experience the best of Peru on our substance-free trip! Our journey blends the culture and cuisine of Cusco with the legendary Salkantay Trail, culminating at the Incan masterpiece of Machu Picchu.
SUBMIT AN EVENT
Are you hosting a sober event? Whether it’s a meetup, workshop or social gathering, we want to help spread the word! The Sober Curator’s Events Calendar is the go-to resource for individuals seeking engaging, alcohol-free experiences. By submitting your event, you’ll reach a supportive community eager to connect, explore and celebrate sober living.
To submit your event, please provide us with the date, time, location and any other relevant details by completing the form or emailing us at [email protected].
To submit a sober retreat, visit our Sober Retreats Calendar. To submit a NA Tasting, visit our NA Tasting Events Calendar.















