What we’re about
It’s time to bring back real, in-person connections! Our curated events bring the fun and authenticity to the CLT social and dating scene. Whether you’re looking to make new friends or spark some romance, our events are designed to help you create genuine, meaningful connections. See you soon! 🫶🏻
Upcoming events (4)
See all- CLT's First-Ever Speed Networking & Friending Event (Alumni-Themed!)The Chamber By Wooden Robot, Charlotte , NC$20.00
*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE.
# Meet new people. Make real connections. No awkward small talk required.
Do you find networking and social events intimidating or overwhelming, unsure of who to approach among the crowd? Do you wish networking and making friends was more efficient but also FUN at the same time?!
As recent transplants ourselves, we understand the challenges of starting fresh in a new city. We've been in your shoes, navigating unfamiliar environments and seeking meaningful connections. That’s why we’re so excited to create the first-ever of its kind speed networking and friendship event in Charlotte - let’s make networking fun!Speed Networking & Friending Event
🗓️ Wednesday, June 25 | ⏰ 6:30–8:30pm (Check-in starts at 6:15pm)
📍 Wooden Robot - NoDa location (E. 36th St.) | 🍹 Refreshments available for purchase
🎓 21+ | Alumni attire encouraged – rock your school’s alumni gear or anything casual!
Hosted by: Connecting Charlotte × Charlotte Networking Knowledge
*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE.Join us for an evening where networking meets a fun, fast-paced format. Rotate through curated small groups, engage in meaningful conversations, and send "likes" for business or friendship connections. Our pre-matched groups ensure you meet like-minded individuals, making networking both comfortable and efficient. We've done the groundwork for you, matching you with people who share your interests and goals, so you connect with individuals who truly resonate with your professional and personal aspirations.
Whether you're looking to grow your business circle, find a collaborator, meet fellow transplants, or just make a new friend, this event is for you. We're mixing up traditional networking with a fun, fast-paced format to spark real connections—minus the stiff handshakes.
### How it Works:
- Before the event, you'll fill out a short questionnaire about your networking goals and friendship vibe. *******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE.
- At the event, you'll rotate through small groups of 4–6 people—like speed dating, but for business and friendship, using our top-tier tech to pair you!
- Want to connect further with someone? You can send a “like” through our system. If it’s mutual, we’ll send you each other’s contact info after the event—no pressure, no need to ask for numbers/LinkedIns!
💬 Plus: we’ll have time for open mingling before and after to keep the conversations going.
🎟️ Tickets are limited—grab yours now and come connect with Charlotte’s best and brightest!
---**Hosted by: Charlotte Networking Knowledge x Connecting Charlotte**Two local connection-based businesses coming together to help you find your people.
Learn more about the hosts below:Charlotte Networking Knowledge: We empower Charlotte entrepreneurs and professionals through bi-weekly in-person networking events that build confidence and create meaningful connections. Join our welcoming, fun, and exciting gatherings to expand your network and drive business growth through genuine relationships.
Stay connected and inspired:- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/charlottenetworkingknowledge
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlottenetworkingknowledge
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clt_networking_knowledge
About Connecting Charlotte: Connecting Charlotte creates fun, thoughtfully curated singles and friendship events that make it easy to meet real people in real life. We have something for everyone - all with good vibes and valuing genuine connections!
Stay connected: - Connecting South End: Summer Social! 21+The Horseshoe , Charlotte, NC$20.00
*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE.
# Celebrate the first Friday of summer the right way! Join us for a fun night new connections + a free drink and giveaways on us!
Connecting South End: Summer Social
Hosted by South End Social × Connecting Charlotte 📍 The Horseshoe in South End | 📅 Friday, June 27 | 6:30–9:00 PMSummer’s here—and it’s the perfect time to mix things up. Whether you’re looking for new friends, find an engaging community, or maybe even a lil' summer spark, this social is your chance to connect with fun, local people in a no-pressure, high-vibe setting.
No awkward intros. No forced conversations. Just easy ways to meet new people while having a great time!
*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE.
🎯 What to Expect:
- A COMPLIMENTARY drink with your ticket (cheers!)
- All-night specials: $5 Tito’s (yep, mixed drinks too), $5 Fireball, $9 espresso martinis, and 75¢ wings
- Interactive group games hosted by LowerShelf Games
- Backyard vibes: cornhole, pong tables, & Pop-A-Shot (yes, there will be prizes!)
- Table topics + fun social prompts on the big screen - no boring small talk here
- Connect with your community - sign ups
- Raffle prizes, giveaways, and other surprises throughout the night
💬 Who’s Who?
Let your wristband do the talking:
💛 Yellow = Just here for friends
💗 Pink = Single, interested in women (+friends)
💙 Blue = Single, interested in men (+friends)
💗💙 Pink & Blue = Interested in multiple genders (+friends)This is the first Friday of the summer—come kick it off with good people, good drinks, and zero pressure. Solo-friendly, group-friendly, extrovert or introvert—we'll make connecting easy!
🎟 Tickets include your first drink + entry into games and giveaways.
Grab yours now and let’s make some new connections.How to RSVP:
- Secure your spot at the event before we sell out!
*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE. - Check your confirmation email for a link to set up your Connecting Charlotte account. (Don't worry - this is not another dating app, just matchmaking tech so you can see compatibility scores and send "likes" to new friends - it's pretty cool!).
- Show up, grab a complimentary drink on us, socialize, play games, enjoy the event, and make some new connections. Your host will send you your mutual matches shortly after the event to continue the conversations with your new friends (or crushes!).
Questions? Meetup is not regularly monitored by our team, so please contact us at connectingcharlotte.com, nicki@connectingcharlotte.com, or on IG @connectingcharlotte, @southendsocial_clt, or @thehorseshoeclt!
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*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE. - Modern Speed Dating & Match Making | Hetero Matches | 21-35Hoppin' , Charlotte , NC$25.00
*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE.
# Connecting Charlotte: The New Way to Date in CLT
If swiping has you burnt out, small talk feels stale, and you’re craving something real—you’re in the right place.
Connecting Charlotte’s Modern Speed Dating is fun, fast-paced and designed to take the pressure off and make meeting new people feel effortless. Whether you’re outgoing or shy, we make it easy (and enjoyable!) to spark real conversations in a room full of singles looking to connect—just like you.✨ Why It Works:
- Tech-powered matchmaking: After you grab your ticket, you’ll fill out a quick questionnaire (linked in your confirmation email) so our tech can match you with the most compatible people at the event.
- Effortless & efficient: You’ll rotate through 8-10 mini-dates—just enough time to see if there’s a spark. We make it fun and easy with conversation starters at each table. Click yes or no after each date, and move on to your next mini date!
- No awkward guesswork: After the event, you’ll get your matches sent straight to your phone to continue the conversation.
- Totally solo-friendly: Most people come solo and leave with new connections. The vibe is warm, upbeat, and full of people who actually want to meet someone, including meeting new friends!
These events have a track record of selling out and sparking real, lasting connections. Don’t miss your chance!
🎟 Grab your ticket, set up your profile, and we’ll take care of the rest. :)
*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE.Check out our Instagram or website to learn more!
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Additional Notes:
While tickets for this event are sold by age range, we recognize that age is only one factor in determining potential compatibility. If we believe there is a strong potential match for you outside your identified age range, we may still try to facilitate that connection.
Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees, and we hope that everyone will approach this event with an open heart and an open mind.
It is important to note that we do not discriminate based on age or sex, and all attendees are welcome at this event.
If you have ideas for other events, improvements, or feedback, please contact us here: Contact — Connecting Charlotte. - Speed Dating & Match Making | Hetero Matches | 26-40Goldies, Charlotte, NC$25.00
*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE.
# Connecting Charlotte: The New Way to Date in CLT
If swiping has you burnt out, small talk feels stale, and you’re craving something real—you’re in the right place.
Connecting Charlotte’s Modern Speed Dating is fun, fast-paced and designed to take the pressure off and make meeting new people feel effortless. Whether you’re outgoing or shy, we make it easy (and enjoyable!) to spark real conversations in a room full of singles looking to connect—just like you.
✨ Why It Works:
- Tech-powered matchmaking: After you grab your ticket, you’ll fill out a quick questionnaire (linked in your confirmation email) so our tech can match you with the most compatible people at the event.
- Effortless & efficient: You’ll rotate through 8-10 mini-dates—just enough time to see if there’s a spark. We make it fun and easy with conversation starters at each table. Click yes or no after each date, and move on to your next mini date!
- No awkward guesswork: After the event, you’ll get your matches sent straight to your phone to continue the conversation.
- Totally solo-friendly: Most people come solo and leave with new connections. The vibe is warm, upbeat, and full of people who actually want to meet someone, including meeting new friends!
These events have a track record of selling out and sparking real, lasting connections. Don’t miss your chance!
🎟 Grab your ticket, set up your profile, and we’ll take care of the rest. :)
*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE.Check out our Instagram or website to learn more!
## Highlights
Check-in starts at 2:45pm
Free parking lot at venue + paid lots if lot is full## Frequently asked questions
How do you pair people?
Before the event, you'll complete your profile with some information about you and your preferences. From this, you'll be paired with your top 8-10 most compatible!
When will I find out who I matched with?
You will receive a 'match notification' via email within 2 hours after the event is over to continue the conversation. This will be sent if both of you selected that you wanted to connect again.
Is it ok to come alone?
Yes! Our events are always solo-friendly - over 90% of our guests come solo. Our guests are kind, inviting, and looking to make new friendships and connections.# Agenda
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM
Check In
Check in with your host, grab a drink, & meet some new people!3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
Grab a Drink & Mingle!3:20 PM - 4:15 PM
Modern Speed Dating
Meet compatible singles aligned to your preferences, based on the information you provided in your dating profile. We'll match you with the most compatible people in the room and you can select "like" on people throughout the night! We make it modern, fun, and easy to connect.4:15 PM - 4:25 PM
Break Time4:25 PM - 5:00 PM
Final Speed Dating Rounds5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Optional: Keep the Connections Going!
You are welcome to stay after the event ends to make new friends and connections. :)*******TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE HERE.
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Additional Notes:
While tickets for this event are sold by age range, we recognize that age is only one factor in determining potential compatibility. If we believe there is a strong potential match for you outside your identified age range, we may still try to facilitate that connection.
Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees, and we hope that everyone will approach this event with an open heart and an open mind.
It is important to note that we do not discriminate based on age or sex, and all attendees are welcome at this event.If you have ideas for other events, improvements, or feedback, please contact us here: Contact — Connecting Charlotte.
