Black and African American Professionals in NYC/NJ

Interracial Dating - Speed Dating

Fri, Jul 10 · 7:00 PM EDT

Flûte — Champagne Lounge and Bar, 205 West 54th St, (btwn 7th Ave and Broadway), New York, NY, US

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Join us for a speed dating event where singles are open to dating outside their race or ethnicity! It’s the perfect chance to meet amazing new people, spark some exciting connections, and see where the night takes you!

How does it work?
You will go on about 10 dates! Each date will be about 5 minutes long/short. We will provide you with materials to tell us who you liked. If the same person(s) you pick also pick you, you will be a "Match" and we will give you each others' contact information - then the rest is up to you! Call each other up and make plans to go out!

Ages:
Women 30 - 45, Men 30 - 45

Things to know:

• We are promoting this event on various dating sites, don't just go by the number of people who have RSVP'd on this Meetup group. This event is almost sold out.
• The purchase of 1 drink is required, so please buy a drink so the venue will let us use their space for future events.
• There's no strict dress code, but this is a singles event and you will want to look your best. No gym wear, hoodies, sneakers, etc. Stylish jeans okay.
• Tickets are only $35. NO tickets sold at the door.

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Christian Singles - Speed Dating

Fri, Jul 10 · 7:00 PM EDT

Amelia's NYC, 450 Park Ave S, New York, NY, US

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This Christian Singles event is more than just speed dating—it’s an opportunity to meet like-minded individuals who share your values and beliefs. Through faith, we connect on a deeper level, building meaningful relationships with those who see the world through a similar lens of hope and purpose.

How it works?
We expect about 10 men and 10 women in their 30s and 40s to attend our speed dating event. Each man and woman will have a five-minute mini date with one another. You will indicate who you liked on a "match card." If you are chosen by the same person, we will send you each other's contact information the next day!

Ages:
Women 30 - 45, Men 30 - 45

Things to know:

• We are promoting this event on various dating sites, don't just go by the number of people who have RSVP'd on this Meetup group.
• The purchase of 1 drink is required, so the venue will let us use their space for future events.
• Dress code, this is a singles event and you will want to look your best.

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Note, this isn't exclusively a Black or African American event, we do have a large Black and African American following.

Speed Dating for Black & African American Singles

Thu, Jul 16 · 7:00 PM EDT

Whiskey Cellar, 77 E 7th Street, New York, NY, US

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This speed dating event is for Black & African American singles. Speed dating is the most effective way for men and women to meet. Nothin' beats meeting someone face to face in a nice and safe environment.

How does it work?
You will go on about 10 dates with someone of the opposite sex, each date will be 5 minutes long/short. We will provide you with materials to tell us who you liked. If the same person(s) you pick also pick you, you will be a "Match" and we will give you each others' contact information - then the rest is up to you! Call each other up and make plans to go out!

Ages:
Women 30 - 45, Men 30 - 45

Get tickets here

Things to know:

• We are promoting this event on various dating sites, don't just go by the number of people who have RSVP'd on this Meetup group. This event is almost sold out.
• The purchase of 1 drink is required, so please buy a drink so the venue will let us use their space for future events.
• There's no strict dress code, but this is a singles event and you will want to look your best. No gym wear, hoodies, sneakers, etc. Stylish jeans okay.
• Tickets are only $35. NO tickets sold at the door.