Washington, D.C. Metro Area Events
“I hear it often from coaching clients: ‘I want to meet someone offline.’ My first question is — how many new single people that you find desirable are you actually crossing paths with each week? For most, especially those working from home, the answer is: not many. If dating is partly a numbers game, we have to raise those numbers. To make it easier, I update the local events list below monthly — no excuses not to get out there. And for my coaching clients, I’ll personally cover the cost of a singles event per month if they commit to going. If we don’t do different, we won’t experience different. Whether you're a client or not, I hope this resource helps you create more chances to connect.
~ Kate Woodward
August
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Ping Pong Social (Ages 25–45)
August 1st, 6pm in Washington, D.C.
“Level up your love life at Singles Ping Pong designed to spark real connections.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Match and Meet: Elevated Edition
August 1st, in Washington, D.C.
“An early evening rooftop social for D.C.'s most intentional singles (36-55). Sophisticated, curated, and connection-focused experience.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Match & Meet: Golden Hour
August 2nd, 6pm in Washington, D.C.
“An early evening rooftop social for D.C.'s most mature singles (45-65). Sophisticated, curated, and connection-focused experience.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Dinner with Strangers
Saturdays, 8pm. Various dates available.
“When was the last time you did something completely spontaneous? Our series groups together complete strangers for a fun day out. That's right, you sign up, and we book the restaurant. We know life can get busy. Don't forget to spend time making new friends! Don't do city life alone and build your community with us. This project is to host dinners in 100 major cities to combat loneliness while supporting locally owned businesses. We are dedicating 25% of sales towards charity or GoFundMe pages at the end of each month.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Neurodivergent District Event: Women's Rooftop Social
August 3rd, 10:30am in Bethesda, Maryland.
“Join us for our monthly Women’s Rooftop Social hosted by Neurodivergent District founder Kate Woodward. This gathering is for the women in our community — a chance to connect and meet some new friends. We’ll have refreshments and a beautiful view from a private rooftop.”
Learn more here.
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Board Game Speed Dating (Ages 25-39)
August 6th, 7pm in Washington, D.C..
“Finding someone can be painful. But board games are always awesome. So what if you combined board games and searching for a partner?”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Peared in Paradise: Singles Summer Party
August 7th, 6:30pm in Washington, D.C.
“Join Peared at Morris American Bar for a Love Island-inspired night of mingling, music, and low-pressure connection.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Speed Dating for Singles at Astro Beer Hall
Thursday, August 7th in Arlington, Virginia.
“Meet up to 12 potential matches. Join the thousands of people that have found LOVE at our events. Will you be our next success story?”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Speed Dating
August 7th, 7pm in Washington, D.C.
“In one exhilarating evening, connect with a range of singles through engaging, three-minute dates. Skip the hassle of scrolling through profiles or dealing with ghosting—this is your chance to ignite genuine, face-to-face conversations and decide if you want to reconnect. No awkward online chats, no fake profiles—just true connections!”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Salsa with Silvia
Fridays, 7pm in Bethesda, Maryland.
“Looking to meet new people and make meaningful connections in a fun way?
Welcome to our Speed Dating Event at Salsa with Silvia Bethesda, happening every second and fourth Friday of the month!”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour
August 8th, 7pm in Washington, D.C..
“Get ready for another gathering of members of the LGBTQ+ Community! About 20 LGBTQ+ folk are expected. This is part of a new, exciting initiative on the part of Go Gay DC to support the local LGBTQ+ establishments on a regular basis.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Champagne & Connection: DC Singles Party (27-42)
Friday, August 8 in Washington, D.C.
“Classy, Chic and Stylish: join us for an exclusive party on The Wharf with DCs trendiest social group.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Neurodivergent District: Jackbox Virtual Social Gaming
Thursdays.
“Join us for a virtual game night. Jackbox is a fun accessible online party game with many laughs and some trivia questions. We'll be playing the following Jackbox Party Pack games through Zoom: Trivia Murder Party 2, Quiplash 3, Hilo, Tee Ko, Bracketeering (played in no particular order). Attend by joining our Zoom meeting, typing jackbox.tv into your phone browser (safari or chrome), writing in the code to play.”
Learn more and sign-up here.
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DC Gals Speed Dating
August 9th, 8pm in Washington, D.C..
“Join DC Gals for a fun and flirty night of speed dating at Salazar on Friday, August 9th, from 8–10 PM! This event is designed for straight men and women in their 20s looking to spark real connections - no swiping required.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Jigsaw: Coffee Shop Speed Dating
August 9th, 3pm in Washington, D.C..
“Join us for an intimate, relaxed Coffee Shop Speed Dating designed to spark real connections. Hosted by Jigsaw Dating®”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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30+ Dance Party
August 9th, 5pm in Washington, D.C.
“Come groove with us at Mixxed Food & Drinks in Washington, DC for a night of non-stop dancing and good vibes! Get ready to hit the dance floor and bust out your best moves as our DJ spins the hottest tracks all night long.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Lox Meets Bagel: Speed Dating with a Twist for Ages 55-75
August 10th, 4pm in Fairfax, Virginia.
“The largest singles dating event is back this summer just in time for Tu B'Av!”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Intelligent Singles Mixer
August 14th, 7pm in Washington, D.C..
“Whether you're hoping to meet someone special or simply want to expand your circle, this Singles Mixer at King’s Ransom in the heart of Alexandria VA is all about genuine connections and the joy of new friendships. No pressure—just a welcoming space where good conversation and shared laughs come naturally.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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BeFound Social + Dating Event - Founder's Series
August 14th, in Bethesda, Maryland.
“Join us for BeFound’s exclusive pre-launch events at a Founder’s Rate! Social and dating events curated for singles 45+ professionals.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Virtual Meet: Dating
August 15th, 6pm on Zoom.
‘Why this gathering: Online dating is a lot of work and hit and miss, why not meet a bunch of people at once and interact with them in real time, so you really get to know them? How much work would it be to meet a bunch of curated, growth oriented, authentic relating people on your own? On zoom so you don't have to leave home or dress up. Relaxed, low stakes, and efficient.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Mat & Mingle: A Singles Pilates Mixer
August 16th, 10am in Herndon, Virginia.
“Sweatilates and 75 Dates are teaming up to bring you a Love Island-themed Singles pilates class designed to get hearts racing and bodies moving! After class, take a dip in the cold plunge tub provided by Sweathouz or stay and mingle over a cold beer, food or coffee from Aslin!
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Peared x Dirty Habit: Yappy Hour & Pup Pool Party!
August 16th, 3pm in Washington, D.C..
“Bring your pup and your playful energy—it's time to mingle and splash! Don't own one but want to meet other paw-rents? Join us too!”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Goodbye Summer: 20s and 30s Singles Mixer!
August 21st, 6:30pm in Washington, D.C..
“Join us for one last summer fling — no commitment, just cocktails and conversation. Spots are limited, so grab your crew (or come solo)!”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Jigsaw: Singles Arcade Night (Ages 25–45)
August 21st, 7pm in Silver Spring, Maryland.
“Single in Washington, DC ? Level up your love life at Singles Arcade Night designed to spark real connections. Hosted by Jigsaw® Dating”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Radiant Rhythms Ecstatic Dance
August 23rd in Takoma Park, MD.
A movement practice for liberation and wellbeing.
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Cookout After Dark
August 23rd, 7pm in Washington, D.C.
“What grandma used to say? Ain't nothing open but what after dark? Grandma might've warned you, but we're grown now, and we're reclaiming the night with good food, smooth grooves, and even smoother company. This isn't your average cookout hangout-it's an evening cookout with grown-folks energy.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Oasis DC: Pool Party
August 23rd, 3pm in Washington, D.C..
“Fight the HEAT and cool off in a luxurious rooftop pool with views towering over the nation's capital.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Out and About in Shirlington LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour
August 25th, 6pm in Shirlington, Virginia.
“This event is ideal for making new friends and community building. It's free to attend, and there's free garage parking.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Shuffle Speed Dating
Various dates & locations.
“How it works. There is no host … Show up and follow personal instructions we provide directly to your phone … We notify you what time your date starts and ends – you find them! We give you a prompt to guide your conversation each round. You input Match or Pass for each date. You receive match results the next day via email.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Friday Nights in DC: 20's edition | Dinner with Strangers
Fridays in Washington, D.C.
“City life can be lonely, especially when you’re surrounded by so many people. Take the opportunity to meet others hoping for new connections”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Capture the Flag: 30+ Dating Mixer
August 28th, 6pm in Washington, D.C.
“A playful dating mixer for singles 30+ where flirty debates, red & green flags, and lively games spark real connections & bold vibes.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Sunday Brunch & Soulmate Search
Sundays in Washington, D.C.
“Get ready to brunch, mingle, and maybe find your soulmate at Proper 21 K Street – it's going to be a fun-filled Sunday!”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Curated Singles Connections Mixer
August 29th, 6pm in Washington, D.C..
“The event will have interactive icebreakers, fun games, and activities that help people connect in a more relaxed and natural way.
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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SUNSET SOCIAL: ALL WHITE EVERYTHING
August 30th, 8pm in Maryland.
“POSE ROOFTOP LOUNGE & NIGHTCLUB
GAYLORD NATIONAL RESORT & CONVENTION CENTER
201 WATERFRONT STREET
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD 20745”Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Spark & Stroll: 35+ Queer Woman & Sapphics
August 30th, 6pm in Washington, D.C..
“Join Mixtape Sapphics for an evening designed just for queer women and sapphics 35+ who are single and looking to connect. Whether you're in the mood for a stroll, the mixer, or both—there’s a spark waiting for you.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
September
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Neurodivergent District Event: Women's Rooftop Social
September 7th, 11am in Bethesda, Maryland.
“Join us for our monthly Women’s Rooftop Social hosted by Neurodivergent District founder Kate Woodward. This gathering is for the women in our community — a chance to connect and meet some new friends. We’ll have refreshments and a beautiful view from a private rooftop.”
Learn more here.
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Board Game Speed Dating
September 10, 7pm in Alexandria, Virginia.
“Finding someone can be painful. But board games are always awesome. So what if you combined board games and searching for a partner?”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Tantra Speed Date® Ages 45+
September 13th, 5:30pm in Washington, D.C.
“Hear that? That's the sound of a long and very uncomfortable silence. And if you've ever run out of things to talk about on a first date, then it's a sound you know all too well. Which is why, here at Tantra Speed Date®, we do speed dating a little differently. You see, our trained facilitators use cutting-edge relational techniques to bring you and your dates into a mindful state of presence.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Muslim Singles Event
September 14th, 4pm in Washington, D.C..
“At our event, you will have ten-minutes plus one-on-one chats with about twenty others. No cringey group exercises, no awkward standing around trying to break into a group.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Speed Dating: Gay Men
September 17th, 7pm in Washington, D.C..
“Our events offer a fresh alternative to speed dating and matchmaking. We don't find anything romantic about whistles, name-tags or over-the-top party trimmings typically found at singles events so we have done away with them. Creating an atmosphere that is at once casual and comfortable. It's what we call cheeky-chic!”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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The Feels: Queer Edition
September 29th, 6:30pm in Washington, D.C..
“The Feels mixes time to meet and connect casually, with a 90 min facilitated portion. the format was built in partnership with Columbia University; it blends positive psychology, mindfulness, non violent communication + somatic awareness practices. Data shows that 70% of all attendees walk out with the contact info for someone they're excited about + that 'the feels' is 2x more effective than a typical singles event.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Neurodivergent District Event: Jackbox Gaming Night
Thursdays.
“Join us for a virtual game night. Jackbox is a fun accessible online party game with many laughs and some trivia questions. We'll be playing the following Jackbox Party Pack games through Zoom: Trivia Murder Party 2, Quiplash 3, Hilo, Tee Ko, Bracketeering (played in no particular order). Attend by joining our Zoom meeting, typing jackbox.tv into your phone browser (safari or chrome), writing in the code to play.”
Learn more and sign-up here.
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Salsa with Silvia
Fridays, 7pm in Bethesda, Maryland.
“Looking to meet new people and make meaningful connections in a fun way Welcome to our Speed Dating Event at Salsa with Silvia Bethesda, happening every second and fourth Friday of the month!”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
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Shuffle Speed Dating
Various dates & locations.
“How it works. There is no host … Show up and follow personal instructions we provide directly to your phone … We notify you what time your date starts and ends – you find them! We give you a prompt to guide your conversation each round. You input Match or Pass for each date. You receive match results the next day via email.”
Learn more and purchase tickets here.
