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

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Ages

Location

Title

Upcoming Events

Thu
Aug
27

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

Jewish Singles Summer Mingle

Thu
Aug
27
2026

Jewish Singles Summer Mingle
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Manhattan

Thu
Aug
27

Women:	50s

Men:	50s

Manhattan

Jewish Singles Summer Mingle

Thu
Aug
27
2026

Jewish Singles Summer Mingle
Men 50s, Women 50s
Manhattan

Sat
Aug
29

Women:	40+

Men:	40+

Manhattan

40s+ Fun night

Sat
Aug
29
2026

40s+ Fun night
Men 40+, Women 40+
Manhattan

Tue
Sep
1

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

NYC

Jewish Matchmaking Database

Tue
Sep
1
2026

Jewish Matchmaking Database
Men - All, Women - All
NYC

Sat
Sep
12

Women:	45-59

Men:	48-65

Manhattan

NYC Speed Dating

Sat
Sep
12
2026

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

Sat
Sep
12

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

Speed Dating NYC

Sat
Sep
12
2026

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

Thu
Sep
17

Women:	35-54

Men:	38-55

Manhattan

JEWISH- NYC Speed dating

Thu
Sep
17
2026

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

Fri
Sep
25

Women:	40-56

Men:	43-57

Manhattan

NYC Speed Dating

Fri
Sep
25
2026

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

Fri
Sep
25

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Queens

Bayside Queens Single Mingle

Fri
Sep
25
2026

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

Wed
Oct
14

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Nassau

Singles w/ Aging Parents- Seminar

Wed
Oct
14
2026

Singles w/ Aging Parents- Seminar
Men - All, Women - All
Nassau

Thu
Nov
19

Women:	45-59

Men:	48-64

Manhattan

JEWISH NYC Speed dating-M 48-64, W 45-59

Thu
Nov
19
2026

JEWISH NYC Speed dating-M 48-64, W 45-59
Men 48-64, Women 45-59
Manhattan

Tue
Sep
1

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Online

Online Speed Dating

Tue
Sep
1
2026

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

Tue
Sep
15

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40

Online

Jewish Virtual Speed Dating

Tue
Sep
15
2026

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

Tue
Sep
22

Women:	37-54

Men:	42-57

Online

Online Speed Dating

Tue
Sep
22
2026

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

Tue
Nov
10

Women:	27-43

Men:	27-43

Online

Jewish Virtual Speed Dating

Tue
Nov
10
2026

Jewish Virtual Speed Dating
Men 27-43, Women 27-43
Online

Fri
Aug
28

Women:	40-54

Men:	43-55

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Fri
Aug
28
2026

LI Speed Dating
Men 43-55, Women 40-54
Nassau

Sat
Aug
29

Women:	56-70

Men:	58-78

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Sat
Aug
29
2026

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

Sat
Aug
29

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Sat
Aug
29
2026

LI Speed Dating
Men 30s & 40s, Women 30s & 40s
Nassau

Sun
Aug
30

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Nassau

Singles Walk- Plainview/Woodbury area

Sun
Aug
30
2026

Singles Walk- Plainview/Woodbury area
Men - All, Women - All
Nassau

Sat
Sep
5

Women:	50-63

Men:	53-65

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Sat
Sep
5
2026

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

Sat
Sep
12

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Nassau

Long Island Comedy

Sat
Sep
12
2026

Long Island Comedy
Men - All, Women - All
Nassau

Fri
Sep
18

Women:	45-58

Men:	48-61

Nassau

Long Island Speed Dating

Fri
Sep
18
2026

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

Sat
Sep
19

Women:	35-49

Men:	38-52

Nassau

Long Island Speed Dating

Sat
Sep
19
2026

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

Sat
Sep
19

Women:	52-66

Men:	56-70

Suffolk

LI Speed Dating

Sat
Sep
19
2026

LI Speed Dating
Men 56-70, Women 52-66
Suffolk

Sat
Sep
26

Women:	40-54

Men:	43-55

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Sat
Sep
26
2026

LI Speed Dating
Men 43-55, Women 40-54
Nassau

Sat
Sep
26

Women:	56-70

Men:	58-78

Nassau

LI Speed Dating

Sat
Sep
26
2026

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

Sun
Sep
27

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Nassau

Pickleball Singles Clinic/Social

Sun
Sep
27
2026

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

Sun
Sep
27

Women:	- All

Men:	- All

Nassau

Pickleball Observe

Sun
Sep
27
2026

Pickleball Observe
Men - All, Women - All
Nassau

Thu
Oct
1

Women:	Late 30s, 40s, 50s

Men:	Late 30s, 40s, 50s

Suffolk

Elevated Singles Mixer

Thu
Oct
1
2026

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

Tue
Dec
1

Women:	35-45

Men:	N/A

Nassau

Bachelor Alert-LI/Queens

Tue
Dec
1
2026

Bachelor Alert-LI/Queens
Men N/A, Women 35-45
Nassau

Sat
Aug
29

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Other

Speed Dating Ages 30s & 40s

Sat
Aug
29
2026

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

Sat
Aug
29

Women:	40+

Men:	40+

Manhattan

40s+ Fun night

Sat
Aug
29
2026

40s+ Fun night
Men 40+, Women 40+
Manhattan

Thu
Sep
10

Women:	40-54

Men:	43-57

Other

Speed Dating Westchester

Thu
Sep
10
2026

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

Sat
Sep
12

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Manhattan

Speed Dating NYC

Sat
Sep
12
2026

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

Thu
Sep
17

Women:	50-66

Men:	56-70

Other

Speed Dating Westchester

Thu
Sep
17
2026

Speed Dating Westchester
Men 56-70, Women 50-66
Other

Sat
Sep
26

Women:	30s & 40s

Men:	30s & 40s

Nassau

Speed Dating CT Ages 30s & 40s

Sat
Sep
26
2026

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

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