About us
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As an experienced Meetup Event Host, whenever I've attended or led Meetup events, invariably most people are "new to the area" and often single. I'm not new to the area but I wanted to create a group which offers a potpourri of options that encourages socializing with really exploring the popular and hidden gems of the Bay Area and some out of town expeditions. This group will have a big focus on fitness at the same time as we explore in a variety of ways; by foot, biking, and possibly public transportation and train. It is a synthesis of some of my favorite things (hikes, walks, cycling, movies, cultural events, dining) I've done with various Meetup groups all rolled into one. I invite members to contribute their ideas, bring to light cultural events or cool places they wish to explore. Best of all, you don't have to be a newbie to join!
- New to the SF/Bay Area is a private group. Attending events is voluntary by you as a member. Participation in any activity with us is at your own risk.
By joining New to the SF/Bay Area as a member you agree to indemnify and hold harmless New to the SF/Bay Area, its organizers, coorganizers, assistant organizers, event hosts, and other members from all claims or liability of every type (including court costs and legal fees) for injury or death to any person or for damage to property, loss of personal property or any other wrongful act arising out of or relating to your participation as a member. This agreement applies to you and to other persons (as your guests) who may accompany you in these endeavors.
You also agree to hold the organizers as well as other group members harmless. By participating voluntarily in the group, you expressly waive any and all such claims against each and every other member in the group, including without limitation any and all claims against the group organizer, coorganizers, assistant organizers, and event hosts
New to the SF/Bay Area holds a variety of different activities such as, but not limited to cycling, hiking, biking, camping, cultural events and so on. These events can be dangerous and pose a risk to New to the SF/Bay Area members and guests. By participating voluntarily in the group you understand that you are responsible for your own safety.
Any social events that New to the SF/Bay Area sponsors and holds such as, but not limited to cycling, picnics, group trips, outings, dining, concerts and so on will fall also under the same Disclaimer and Liability guidelines listed above.
Upcoming events
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Celebrate National Singles Day! Speed Dating - Sold out.
HYATT PLACE, 5700 BAY ST, Emeryville, CA, USSorry, this event is sold out.
Celebrate National Singles Day, Sep 26, 2026, at a fun hotel. National Singles Day is part of National Singles Week, Sep 20-26. Meet new single friends, 40s/50s, five minutes at a time. Dress to impress. Whether you’re looking for a soulmate or just a new friend, this is the perfect place to spark a connection.
WHEN: Saturday, Sep 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
WHERE: Hyatt Place (not to be confused with Hyatt House down the street), 5700 Bay Street, next to Bay Street Mall, Emeryville CA 94608. Conveniently located near the junction of Hwy 80, Hwy 880, and the Bay Bridge, so our single friends from San Francisco can enjoy! Limited free parking park on the 2nd floor of the Bay Street Garage under the Hyatt Place stalls. There also is free parking in large parking lots nearby. Please do not park at the hotel, which is reserved for overnight guests.
SCHEDULE:
6:45 pm – 7:00 pm Registration.
7:00 pm – 7:15 pm Speed Dating Introduction
7:15 pm – 9:00 pm Speed Dating
Your spot will be given away if you have not checked in by 7:15 PM.
CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind.
MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com.
· Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Oct 1, Santa Clara
· 50 & Fabulous, 50+, Oct 3, San Francisco
· Speed Dating for 40s/50s at fun hotel, Oct 10, San Francisco
· Master Speed Dating! Online Seminar, all ages, Oct 11
· Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, Oct 18, Tiburon
· Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Oct 25, South San Francisco
· Rooftop Party at Spectacular Hotel, 40+, Oct 25, Napa
· Halloween Party, 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco
· Halloween Party, 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley
· Peninsula 50+ Mixer, Nov 1, Burlingame
· Christmas Mixer, 40+, Dec 13, TiburonFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM.
VIDEO from our New Years Eve Bash.
14 attendees - $35.00
Silicon Valley Speed Dating for 30s/40s
DELTA HOTEL BY MARRIOTT, 2151 Laurelwood Road, Santa Clara, CA, USMeet new single friends, 30s/40s, 5 minutes at a time, at a fine hotel in the Silicon Valley!
DISCOUNT TICKETS: $35/early birds. $45/advance. $55/door, if space permits. These events usually sell out, so we recommend purchasing an advanced ticket online. RSVP does NOT guarantee you a spot, only if you prepay online by credit card.
WHEN: Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
WHERE: Delta Hotel by Marriott (formerly The Biltmore), 2151 Laurelwood Road, Santa Clara CA. Free parking during party hours! We ask everyone to purchase at least one drink so that this fine venue invites us back.
SCHEDULE:
6:45 pm – 7:00 pm Registration.
7:00 pm – 7:15 pm Speed Dating Introduction
7:15 pm – 9:00 pm Speed Dating
Your spot will be given away if you have not checked in by 7:15 PM.CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind.
MORE PARTIES at [www.thepartyhotline.com]().
· Salsa Saturday! All ages. Sep 5, Novato
· Labor Day Holiday Wine Tasting Mixer, 40+, Sep 7, Martinez
· Singles Night in The Silicon Valley, 40s/50s, Sep 12, Mt View
· Marin Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Sep 13, Tiburon
· I’m Single, Let’s Mingle, 50+, Sep 15, San Francisco
· Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, all ages, Sep 20, SF
· National Singles Day Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Sep 26, Emeryville
· Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Oct 1, Santa Clara
· 50 & Fabulous, 50+, Oct 3, San Francisco
· Speed Dating for 40s/50s at fun hotel, Oct 10, San Francisco
· Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, Oct 18, Tiburon
· Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Oct 25, South San Francisco
· Halloween Party, 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco
· Halloween Party, 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley
· Peninsula 50+ Mixer, Nov 1, BurlingameFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM.
VIDEO from our New Years Eve Bash.
PLEASE NOTE: The number of people who RSVP on this meetup doesn't reflect all who have registered or will be attending. We promote our events on 26 different singles meetups and dozens of major websites, including Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Yahoo, Google, etc., plus email blasts to thousands of Bay Area singles.
13 attendees 
Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park - Free
salesforce park, 425 mission street, san francisco, CA, USBollywood Nights at Salesforce Park 🎉
Join Rang De Bollywood for some high-energy, outdoor, bollywood fun! This event is sure to leave you feeling loved, lighter, and delighted in excitement after every session.
🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds.
✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure!🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet!
🚶🏼♂️➡️Register for free so we can prepare at rang.eventbrite.com
🕔 5:30 – 7:00 PM – we’ll start with a beginner friendly dance lesson, followed by an open dance party!
💫 This is a repeating event, happening every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, May through October
and you can register for as many dates as you like.
Register now: rang.eventbrite.comAbout Rang De Bollywood
Hailing from the dream dance city of Mumbai and Amritsar, which is also home to Bollywood and Holy Vibes, our energetic, charismatic, and fun dance instructors-performers-entertainers, Manpreet (Certified in Indian Folk by India's Best and also an author) and Amit (percussionist, actor, dancer), have spread Indian dance music and moves across the length and breadth of India, USA, and Europe. Their recent performances were at National Center of Performing Arts in Mumbai and Herbst Theater in San Francisco.Important Notes:
- Enter through transit center building and take the elevator to rooftop. We will be close to the elevator.
- No solicitors allowed.
- Classes might be video taped for marketing purposes.
- All choreographies are Copyrighted and Original Works of Manpreet Komal/Rang De Bollywood.
"I recently had the pleasure of attending Manpreet’s Bollywood dance class, and I must say, it was an absolute blast! Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, this class caters to everyone's skill level. The highlight of the class was undoubtedly her teaching style. With a knack for breaking down complex steps into manageable chunks, even the most intricate routines felt attainable. The pacing was just right, ensuring that beginners didn't feel overwhelmed while keeping experts engaged. Highly recommend!" — Kavneet Bindra
We can't wait to dance together, see you soon!
1 attendee- $45.00
50 & Fabulous Mixer for Single Professionals, 50+
Hotel Zeppelin, 545 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, USMeet new single friends, 50+ at a fun hotel in San Francisco’s Union Square area! Make connections easily with our FUN Mixer Game! Dress to impress and join us for a memorable evening! Saturday, Oct 3, 2026, 7-9pm.
TICKETS: $45 (early birds). $55 at the door (if space permits).
Don't wait, as these events often sell out! RSVP does NOT guarantee you a spot, only if you prepay online by credit card.WHERE: Hotel Zeppelin, 545 Post St, San Francisco CA. We request that everyone purchase at least one drink, so this fun venue invites us back.
CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind.
MORE PARTIES at [www.thepartyhotline.com]().
· Salsa Saturday! All ages. Sep 5, Novato
· Labor Day Holiday Wine Tasting Mixer, 40+, Sep 7, Martinez
· Singles Night in The Silicon Valley, 40s/50s, Sep 12, Mt View
· Marin Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Sep 13, Tiburon
· I’m Single, Let’s Mingle, 50+, Sep 15, San Francisco
· Asian Singles & Those Who Love Them, all ages, Sep 20, SF
· National Singles Day Speed Dating, 40s/50s, Sep 26, Emeryville
· Silicon Valley Speed Dating, 30s/40s, Oct 1, Santa Clara
· 50 & Fabulous, 50+, Oct 3, San Francisco
· Speed Dating for 40s/50s at fun hotel, Oct 10, San Francisco
· Single and Ready to Mingle, 50+, Oct 18, Tiburon
· Peninsula Speed Dating for 30s/40s, Oct 25, South San Francisco
· Halloween Party, 21-49, Oct 31, San Francisco
· Halloween Party, 50+, Oct 31, Mill Valley
· Peninsula 50+ Mixer, Nov 1, BurlingameFOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM.
VIDEO from our New Years Eve Bash.
PLEASE NOTE: The number of people who RSVP on this meetup doesn't reflect all who have registered or will be attending. We promote our events on 26 different singles meetups and dozens of major websites, including Facebook, Twitter, Yelp, Yahoo, Google, etc., plus email blasts to thousands of Bay Area singles.
2 attendees
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