Saturday, Jan 3 - New York
New Year Speed Dating in the East Village
Speed Dating 2.0 @ Waiting On A Friend !
- Great vibe: great location
- A series of dates, matched to you
- Fantastic CitySwoon hosts
- Party mingle time after the dating
Duration: 2 hours
Ages: 38-52
The Event What to expect?
Happy New Year! Start 2026 in style, and get working on that New Year Resolution! Ditch the apps and meet real singles in person at Waiting On A Friend in the East Village on a Saturday evening!
Join a big room of singles and get around 8 of your best live-selected, mini-dates!
Meet like-minded singles face to face in a relaxed, fun and social atmosphere.
Spots are limited, booking is essential.
How it works:
- Quick check-in on your phone. No nametags, matchcards, pens or fuss.
- Loads of singles in the room. Our platform finds your best matches for each round of mini-dates.
- Friendly, professional hosts guide the night.
- Balanced mix of men & women so the event flows naturally.
- Stay and mingle afterwards, most people do!
Why you'll love Smart Speed Dating:
- Relaxed, social vibe, perfect if you're coming solo (most do!).
- Great venues, great people, and actual conversations.
- Over 95% of attendees meet someone they're attracted to, and 90% get at least one mutual match!
- 10+ years of successful CitySwoon events and millions of dates!
Learn more about CitySwoon and our unique events on the
FAQ page.
The Venue
Waiting On A Friend is a vibrant 2000 square foot bar in the heart of the East Village. With two full bars and three unique sections, it offers a stylish and versatile setting for any kind of night out.
All our venues are carefully selected for great vibes and atmosphere.
Tickets are non-refundable.
You can cancel 7 days out and receive a credit or transfer.
A $19 late cancellation/no-show fee applies if you cancel within 24 hours of the event.
See Terms & conditions for details.
Ready to meet your match? Grab your ticket today, spots go fast!
Join a big room of singles and get around 8 of your best live-selected, mini-dates!
Meet like-minded singles face to face in a relaxed, fun and social atmosphere.
Spots are limited, booking is essential.
How it works:
- Quick check-in on your phone. No nametags, matchcards, pens or fuss.
- Loads of singles in the room. Our platform finds your best matches for each round of mini-dates.
- Friendly, professional hosts guide the night.
- Balanced mix of men & women so the event flows naturally.
- Stay and mingle afterwards, most people do!
Why you'll love Smart Speed Dating:
- Relaxed, social vibe, perfect if you're coming solo (most do!).
- Great venues, great people, and actual conversations.
- Over 95% of attendees meet someone they're attracted to, and 90% get at least one mutual match!
- 10+ years of successful CitySwoon events and millions of dates!
Learn more about CitySwoon and our unique events on the
FAQ page.
The Venue
Waiting On A Friend is a vibrant 2000 square foot bar in the heart of the East Village. With two full bars and three unique sections, it offers a stylish and versatile setting for any kind of night out.
All our venues are carefully selected for great vibes and atmosphere.
Tickets are non-refundable.
You can cancel 7 days out and receive a credit or transfer.
A $19 late cancellation/no-show fee applies if you cancel within 24 hours of the event.
See Terms & conditions for details.
Ready to meet your match? Grab your ticket today, spots go fast!
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