NYC Speed Dating (Manhattan and surrounding areas)

WeekendDating runs relaxed, well organized speed dating NYC events. In about 90 minutes you will meet 8 to 15 people in your age group, chat for 4 to 5 minutes each, and submit your choices at the end. It is simple, low pressure, and we email your matches within 12 to 24 hours. 88 married couples have started here - you could be next!

Most events are at Nosh, Bryant Park Lounge, and other easy to reach NYC spots - an easy walk from Penn Station, Grand Central, and major subway lines (1/2/3, A/C/E, N/Q/R/W, PATH).

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At-a-Glance

Independent research backs the shift toward curated, in person connections: Pew Research and PNAS Stanford (HCMST data portal).

Where: Nosh, Bryant Park Lounge plus select NYC venues
Format: 8 to 15 mini dates, about 4 to 5 minutes each
Who: Age grouped events; like minded singles
Host: Friendly host guides the night
Matches: Emailed within 12 to 24 hours
Virtual: Zoom events also available

Quick Answers

What to wear? Smart casual - neat jeans, button down, nice top or dress.
How many people? Typically 8 to 15 per event.
Do I meet everyone? Yes - structured rotations keep it easy.
Matches: Emailed within 12 to 24 hours (one way matches included).
Proof of age? Checked at check in to keep groups accurate.

Voice Quick Answers

Where can I find speed dating in NYC this weekend?

Right here. Check the schedule for upcoming NYC events near Herald Square and Penn Station, updated weekly.

Is it near me - in Manhattan and easy to get to?

Yes. Most NYC events are a short walk from Penn Station, Grand Central, and major subway lines (1/2/3, A/C/E, N/Q/R/W, PATH).

How long does a speed dating event last?

Plan for about 90 minutes to 2 hours including check in, mini dates, and mingling.

What should I wear?

Smart casual works great: neat jeans, a button down, or a nice top or dress.

How many people will I meet?

Typically 8 to 15 in your age group, with 4 to 5 minute conversations so you meet everyone.

Do you verify age at the door?

Yes. We check ID so each age group stays accurate.

When do I get my matches?

We email matches within 12 to 24 hours. One way matches are included.

Key Questions About NYC Speed Dating

What is speed dating?

Speed dating is an organized social event where singles meet through a series of short conversations. In one night, you meet many potential matches face to face in minutes each.

8 to 15 quick mini dates
4 to 5 minutes per conversation
Matches emailed within 24 hours

How does a NYC speed dating event work?

Arrive 15 to 30 minutes early and check in.
Meet 8 to 15 singles in your age group through mini dates.
Mark your choices on a scorecard.
Matches are emailed to you within 12 to 24 hours.

Why try speed dating in NYC?

Meet many singles in one night.
Avoid the endless swiping of apps.
Age groups verified at the door for accuracy.

Sources and Helpful NYC Links

Looking for other areas? Long Island Singles Events | Westchester Speed Dating | Connecticut Singles Events | Virtual Speed Dating

Date

Ages

Location

Title

Upcoming Events

Sat
Jun
20

Women:	40+

Men:	40+

Manhattan

Cocktails and Connections

Sat
Jun
20
2026

Cocktails and Connections
Men 40+, Women 40+
Manhattan

Fri
Jun
26

Women:	40-56

Men:	43-57

Manhattan

NYC Speed Dating

Fri
Jun
26
2026

NYC Speed Dating
Men 43-57, Women 40-56
Manhattan

Fri
Jun
26

Women:	25+

Men:	25+

Manhattan

Gay Speed Dating NYC

Fri
Jun
26
2026

Gay Speed Dating NYC
Men 25+, Women 25+
Manhattan

Fri
Jul
10

Women:	45-59

Men:	48-65

Manhattan

NYC Speed Dating

Fri
Jul
10
2026

NYC Speed Dating
Men 48-65, Women 45-59
Manhattan

Sat
Jul
11

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

Speed Dating NYC

Sat
Jul
11
2026

Speed Dating NYC
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Manhattan

Sat
Jul
11

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating

Sat
Jul
11
2026

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Manhattan

Fri
Jul
24

Women:	40-56

Men:	43-57

Manhattan

NYC Speed Dating

Fri
Jul
24
2026

NYC Speed Dating
Men 43-57, Women 40-56
Manhattan

Sat
Aug
1

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

NYC

Jewish Matchmaking Database

Sat
Aug
1
2026

Jewish Matchmaking Database
Men - All, Women - All
NYC

Sat
Aug
8

Women:	30-45

Men:	30-45

Manhattan

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating

Sat
Aug
8
2026

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating
Men 30-45, Women 30-45
Manhattan

Thu
Aug
13

Women:	45-58

Men:	48-61

Manhattan

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating

Thu
Aug
13
2026

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating
Men 48-61, Women 45-58
Manhattan

Fri
Aug
14

Women:	25-41

Men:	25-41

Online

Jewish Virtual Speed Dating

Fri
Aug
14
2026

Jewish Virtual Speed Dating
Men 25-41, Women 25-41
Online

Sat
Sep
12

Women:	35-54

Men:	38-55

Manhattan

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating

Sat
Sep
12
2026

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating
Men 38-55, Women 35-54
Manhattan

Tue
Jun
23

Women:	37-54

Men:	42-57

Online

Online Speed Dating

Tue
Jun
23
2026

Online Speed Dating
Men 42-57, Women 37-54
Online

Tue
Jul
7

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Online

Online Speed Dating

Tue
Jul
7
2026

Online Speed Dating
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Online

Tue
Jul
14

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40

Online

Jewish Virtual Speed Dating

Tue
Jul
14
2026

Jewish Virtual Speed Dating
Men 30s & 40, Women 30s & 40s
Online

Sat
Jun
20

Women:	35-49

Men:	38-52

Suffolk

Long Island Speed Dating

Sat
Jun
20
2026

Long Island Speed Dating
Men 38-52, Women 35-49
Suffolk

Sat
Jun
27

Women:	45-58

Men:	48-61

Nassau

Long Island Speed Dating

Sat
Jun
27
2026

Long Island Speed Dating
Men 48-61, Women 45-58
Nassau

Sun
Jun
28

Women:	56-70

Men:	58-78

Suffolk

LI Speed Dating

Sun
Jun
28
2026

LI Speed Dating
Men 58-78, Women 56-70
Suffolk

Sun
Jun
28

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Suffolk

Pickleball Singles Clinic/Social

Sun
Jun
28
2026

Pickleball Singles Clinic/Social
Men - All, Women - All
Suffolk

Sun
Jun
28

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Suffolk

Pickleball Observe

Sun
Jun
28
2026

Pickleball Observe
Men - All, Women - All
Suffolk

Wed
Jul
1

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Nassau

Singles Dine With Purpose

Wed
Jul
1
2026

Singles Dine With Purpose
Men - All, Women - All
Nassau

Sun
Jul
5

Women:	50-63

Men:	53-65

Suffolk

LI Speed Dating

Sun
Jul
5
2026

LI Speed Dating
Men 53-65, Women 50-63
Suffolk

Sat
Jul
11

Women:	30-45

Men:	30-45

Nassau

Speed Dating Long Island

Sat
Jul
11
2026

Speed Dating Long Island
Men 30-45, Women 30-45
Nassau

Sun
Jul
12

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Suffolk

Beautiful the Musical (Babylon)

Sun
Jul
12
2026

Beautiful the Musical (Babylon)
Men - All, Women - All
Suffolk

Sat
Jul
18

Women:	37-54

Men:	42-57

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Sat
Jul
18
2026

LI Speed Dating
Men 42-57, Women 37-54
Nassau

Sat
Jul
25

Women:	56-70

Men:	58-78

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Sat
Jul
25
2026

LI Speed Dating
Men 58-78, Women 56-70
Nassau

Sat
Jul
25

Women:	45-58

Men:	48-61

Nassau

Long Island Speed Dating

Sat
Jul
25
2026

Long Island Speed Dating
Men 48-61, Women 45-58
Nassau

Thu
Jul
30

Women:	Late 30s, 40s, 50s

Men:	Late 30s, 40s, 50s

Nassau

Elevated Singles Mixer

Thu
Jul
30
2026

Elevated Singles Mixer
Men Late 30s, 40s, 50s, Women Late 30s, 40s, 50s
Nassau

Sat
Jun
20

Women:	40+

Men:	40+

Manhattan

Cocktails and Connections

Sat
Jun
20
2026

Cocktails and Connections
Men 40+, Women 40+
Manhattan

Sat
Jun
27

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Connecticut

Speed Dating CT Ages 30s & 40s

Sat
Jun
27
2026

Speed Dating CT Ages 30s & 40s
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Connecticut

Thu
Jul
9

Women:	40-54

Men:	43-57

Other

Speed Dating Westchester

Thu
Jul
9
2026

Speed Dating Westchester
Men 43-57, Women 40-54
Other

Sat
Jul
11

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

Speed Dating NYC

Sat
Jul
11
2026

Speed Dating NYC
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Manhattan

Thu
Jul
16

Women:	50-65

Men:	56-69

Connecticut

Speed Dating CT

Thu
Jul
16
2026

Speed Dating CT
Men 56-69, Women 50-65
Connecticut

Sat
Jul
25

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Other

Speed Dating Ages 30s & 40s

Sat
Jul
25
2026

Speed Dating Ages 30s & 40s
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Other

Fri
Aug
14

Women:	25-41

Men:	25-41

Online

Jewish Virtual Speed Dating

Fri
Aug
14
2026

Jewish Virtual Speed Dating
Men 25-41, Women 25-41
Online

NYC Speed Dating (Manhattan and surrounding areas)

At-a-Glance

Quick Answers

Voice Quick Answers

Where can I find speed dating in NYC this weekend?

Is it near me - in Manhattan and easy to get to?

How long does a speed dating event last?

What should I wear?

How many people will I meet?

Do you verify age at the door?

When do I get my matches?

Key Questions About NYC Speed Dating

What is speed dating?

How does a NYC speed dating event work?

Why try speed dating in NYC?

Sources and Helpful NYC Links

Speed Dating Events NYC