informal meeting; get-together; gathering for discussion
A relaxed meeting or social gathering where people chat and exchange opinions, often without strict formalities.
I plan to attend the local community get-together next week.
An informal meeting between teachers and parents was held.
colloquium; panel discussion; discussion session
A more structured discussion event, often with a panel or specific topic, but still less formal than a conference.
A colloquium on international issues was held at the university.
We invited experts and held a discussion session to exchange views.