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

Fri
May
8

Women:	40+

Men:	40+

Manhattan

After Work Social ages 40+

Fri
May
8
2026

After Work Social ages 40+
Men 40+, Women 40+
Manhattan

Fri
May
8

Women:	30-48

Men:	45-58

Manhattan

NYC Speed dating

Fri
May
8
2026

NYC Speed dating
Men 45-58, Women 30-48
Manhattan

Sat
May
9

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

30s 40s Rooftop party

Sat
May
9
2026

30s 40s Rooftop party
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Manhattan

Sun
May
17

Women:	30-45

Men:	30-45

Manhattan

Jewish (JSC) Spring Picnic

Sun
May
17
2026

Jewish (JSC) Spring Picnic
Men 30-45, Women 30-45
Manhattan

Fri
May
22

Women:	40-56

Men:	43-57

Manhattan

NYC Speed Dating

Fri
May
22
2026

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

Fri
May
22

Women:	28-45

Men:	28-45

Manhattan

Blue Collar Speed Dating

Fri
May
22
2026

Blue Collar Speed Dating
Men 28-45, Women 28-45
Manhattan

Sat
May
30

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

Speed Dating NYC

Sat
May
30
2026

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

Sat
May
30

Women:	20s & 30s

Men:	20s & 30s

Manhattan

Audiobook lovers speed dating

Sat
May
30
2026

Audiobook lovers speed dating
Men 20s & 30s, Women 20s & 30s
Manhattan

Sat
May
30

Women:	25-41

Men:	25-41

Manhattan

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating

Sat
May
30
2026

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating
Men 25-41, Women 25-41
Manhattan

Fri
Jun
5

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Queens

Bayside Queens Single Mingle

Fri
Jun
5
2026

Bayside Queens Single Mingle
Men - All, Women - All
Queens

Fri
Jun
12

Women:	49-66

Men:	58-72

Manhattan

NYC Speed Dating

Fri
Jun
12
2026

NYC Speed Dating
Men 58-72, Women 49-66
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

Tue
May
12

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Online

Online Speed Dating

Tue
May
12
2026

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

Tue
May
19

Women:	37-54

Men:	42-57

Online

Online Speed Dating

Tue
May
19
2026

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

Tue
Jun
2

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40

Online

Jewish Virtual Speed Dating

Tue
Jun
2
2026

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

Tue
Jun
9

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Online

Online Speed Dating

Tue
Jun
9
2026

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

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

Sat
May
9

Women:	27-43

Men:	27-43

Nassau

Speed Dating Long Island

Sat
May
9
2026

Speed Dating Long Island
Men 27-43, Women 27-43
Nassau

Sat
May
9

Women:	50-63

Men:	53-65

Suffolk

Long Island Speed Dating

Sat
May
9
2026

Long Island Speed Dating
Men 53-65, Women 50-63
Suffolk

Sat
May
16

Women:	37-54

Men:	42-57

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Sat
May
16
2026

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

Sun
May
17

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Nassau

Pickleball Singles Social/Lessons

Sun
May
17
2026

Pickleball Singles Social/Lessons
Men - All, Women - All
Nassau

Sun
May
17

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Nassau

Pickleball hangout Observe

Sun
May
17
2026

Pickleball hangout Observe
Men - All, Women - All
Nassau

Fri
May
22

Women:	56-70

Men:	58-78

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Fri
May
22
2026

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

Sat
May
23

Women:	35-49

Men:	38-52

Nassau

Long Island Speed Dating

Sat
May
23
2026

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

Thu
May
28

Women:	Late 30s, 40s, 50s

Men:	Late 30s, 40s, 50s

Nassau

Elevated Singles Mixer

Thu
May
28
2026

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

Fri
May
29

Women:	45-58

Men:	48-61

Nassau

Long Island Speed Dating

Fri
May
29
2026

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

Sat
Jun
6

Women:	50-63

Men:	53-65

Nassau

Long Island Speed Dating

Sat
Jun
6
2026

Long Island Speed Dating
Men 53-65, Women 50-63
Nassau

Sat
Jun
6

Women:	27-43

Men:	27-43

Nassau

Speed Dating Long Island

Sat
Jun
6
2026

Speed Dating Long Island
Men 27-43, Women 27-43
Nassau

Thu
Jun
11

Women:	50s

Men:	50s

Manhattan

Jewish Singles NY Secret Admirer

Thu
Jun
11
2026

Jewish Singles NY Secret Admirer
Men 50s, Women 50s
Manhattan

Thu
Jun
11

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

Jewish Singles NY Secret Admirer

Thu
Jun
11
2026

Jewish Singles NY Secret Admirer
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Manhattan

Sat
Jun
13

Women:	37-55

Men:	42-57

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Sat
Jun
13
2026

LI Speed Dating
Men 42-57, Women 37-55
Nassau

Fri
Jun
19

Women:	35-49

Men:	38-52

Nassau

Long Island Speed Dating

Fri
Jun
19
2026

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

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

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

Fri
May
8

Women:	40+

Men:	40+

Manhattan

After Work Social ages 40+

Fri
May
8
2026

After Work Social ages 40+
Men 40+, Women 40+
Manhattan

Sat
May
9

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

30s 40s Rooftop party

Sat
May
9
2026

30s 40s Rooftop party
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Manhattan

Wed
May
13

Women:	40-54

Men:	43-57

Other

Speed Dating Westchester

Wed
May
13
2026

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

Sun
May
17

Women:	30-45

Men:	30-45

Manhattan

Jewish (JSC) Spring Picnic

Sun
May
17
2026

Jewish (JSC) Spring Picnic
Men 30-45, Women 30-45
Manhattan

Sat
May
23

Women:	50-65

Men:	56-69

Other

Speed Dating Westchester

Sat
May
23
2026

Speed Dating Westchester
Men 56-69, Women 50-65
Other

Sat
May
30

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

Speed Dating NYC

Sat
May
30
2026

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

Sat
May
30

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Connecticut

Speed Dating CT Ages 30s & 40s

Sat
May
30
2026

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

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