Speed Dating Events Near Me Over 40

Hi, I'm Jay. I started WeekendDating.com back on Valentine's Day of 2003. Believe it or not, I still show up at events with a box of name tags and match cards. If you searched for speed dating events near me over 40, you're probably not looking for theory or fluff. You want something that works and feels real.

That's what we do. Real singles, ages verified at the door, and a night that's organized so you don't feel lost. The whole idea is simple: conversations where you actually have a shot at chemistry. Nothing forced. No guessing games. Just people your age who came out for the same reason you did.

Why try speed dating at 40+

Dating apps? They're exhausting. Too much scrolling, too many half-finished chats. And half the time the person isn't who they said they were. When you sit across from someone in person, you know right away if there's a spark. That's the beauty of it.

At our 40+ events you'll find:

People actually in your age range (we check IDs so it stays that way).
Even groups of men and women, so nobody feels outnumbered.
Hosts who run the evening so it doesn't drag or feel awkward.
Events in NYC, Long Island, Westchester and Stamford, so chances are we're close to you.

What happens at the event

You'll check in, grab your name tag, and meet the host. Then you'll rotate through a bunch of short conversations, usually 8 to 15 in a night. Each round is 4-6 minutes, enough to see if you want to talk again. You mark yes or no privately. If the feeling is mutual, you'll both get the match info the next day. Simple, no awkward pressure. We also give one way matches to let you know if someone picked you, but you did not select (second chance). Just like meeting people at a party, except someone else keeps track of the time for you.

Who comes out

Regular people. Teachers, business owners, nurses, folks in tech, people with kids, people without kids, dog lovers, book club types, fitness people, you name it. The common thread is this: everyone is 40+ and tired of wasting time on dating apps. They want to actually meet someone.

Why it works for this age group

When you're younger, it's easy to shrug off a mismatch. Over 40, your time matters. You know what fits and what doesn't. That makes these events efficient, a whole night of quick introductions, instead of weeks of dead-end texts. And since the crowd is all around the same life stage, the conversations click faster. People are clear about what they're looking for.

Upcoming events for 40+ singles

We run these events all the time, and they sell out pretty quickly. That's not hype, we keep the numbers balanced, so if we're at capacity, that's it.

See the next 40+ speed dating events here

Quick questions people usually ask

I'm shy - will this be uncomfortable?
It's normal to feel nervous. Once the first couple of rounds go by, most people are relaxed. The host keeps things moving and helps break the ice.

What should I wear?
Think smart casual. Something you'd feel comfortable wearing to a nice dinner out.

What if I don't get a match?
It happens. But most people leave with at least a couple. Worst case, you got out, had real conversations, and maybe made a new friend. Way better than another night swiping.

Do you really check IDs?
Yes. It keeps things fair and makes sure that we deliver what we advertise.

Ready to give it a try?

I'd love to see you at one of these events. Either I'll be there myself, or one of my hosts will be running the show. We'll keep it simple, structured, and fun.

Reserve Your Spot for the Next Over-40 Event