If you are worried because you are still single, don’t worry, there are tons of fish in the sea and there are many events like these 10 black singles events in NYC for you to meet that special someone.
Finding your soulmate isn’t easy, especially if you are living in a big city like New York City. Here, people are constantly rushing somewhere and, due to busy working schedules, it’s not easy to find time to go out and mingle. Dating and serious relationships are not for everyone, but for many people, relationships and family are the most important things in life. Being in a city like New York can be a blessing or a curse for your dating life. Settling down is not something you will easily find with young New Yorkers, but people seem to get more serious about that the closer they get to age 30. On the one hand, there are millions of people, so you’re bound to meet new people who share the similar interests, with no problem. On the other hand, there are so many people out there, that deters some from settling down with one person.
Some people who live in small towns think if they move to a bigger town, they will immediately meet their significant other while people who live in big cities dream to move in smaller towns. There are many singles in the United States. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics, in 2014 50.2% of the total American population, or more specifically 124 million Americans who were older than 16 years old were single. If you take a look at the same statistics from 1976, you can see that the percentage has significantly increased. Back in 1976, 37.4% of the total American population was single. We’re definitely living in a different era.
If you are still reading this article, we are guessing you are black, single person who is living in New York City and you want to see where you can meet new people. For a little more help with the New York dating scene, you can also read our article of 11 Best Neighborhoods in NYC for Singles. Maybe some of you are even living in one of these neighborhoods, if you are not, we recommend you to spend more time near them as you could very well meet the love of your life in one of the bars or restaurants.
We can’t guarantee that these events will help you meet your next husband or wife, but you will surely meet many new friends and have fun while trying something new. In order to create our list, we used Class Curious’ database to find events where black singles can meet other people in New York City. We looked at recurring events that repeat monthly, as well as one-time events. By the time you are reading this, some events may have already happened, but there will always be more going on.
Let’s jump on the list of 10 black singles events in NYC and see what event is the best for you to start dating in New York City.
10. Online dating apps and sites
Thanks to the internet and the expanding world of dating apps, it’s now easier than ever to find potential dates. That doesn’t mean it’s easier to find a boyfriend or girlfriend though. However, using a website or app at least helps you find people, which can be easier to do by phone rather than in person. If you do find someone you’re attracted to, you get to have a conversation, then decide whether or not you want to go on a date, which can save you a lot of time and energy in the long run.
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9. How to be Black, Single, and Forty
There are many cases where single women, especially those who are over forty, find going out and meeting new people extremely difficult. If you aren’t giving up on getting out there, you can start with the How to be Black, Single, and Forty Meetup event where you can relax, have a drink or two and enjoy a conversation with people who are going through the same worries as you. After this, you will be more relaxed and you will find dating exciting. Who knows, maybe here you will meet your soulmate.
8. Upscale Soulmate Connections
As many of you know, dating in New York City is pretty hard because of the busy work schedules with long hours, making living, working and dating at the same time feel impossible. There are many beautiful things and places in this city, but dating is probably one of the most difficult things. With this event, many black singles can improve their dating life through exciting functions and meetings. If you are open to meet and mingle with many other singles in the New York City metro area, feel free to attend this event. Now, let’s see what else we have on our list of black singles events in NYC.
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7. Game Night Fridays & 75 Cent Wings
Since many black singles in New York City are finding it hard to meet their significant other, there are many events like Game Night Fridays & 75 Cent Wings. This event is happening at the West End Lounge formerly known as the Underground and here you will get the chance to meet a lot of other singles like you during their monthly Spades and Board Games Meetup. If you are ready to meet your soulmate, make sure you attend this event. Who knows, maybe your significant other is also wondering whether s/he should attend it as well.
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6. Let’s Dance Hard & Mingle!
Now, this is an event you wouldn’t want to miss for the world, especially if you are black and single. If you are ready to conquer the dance floor and your soulmate’s heart with your dance moves, make sure you will be at the TAJ Lounge in Midtown attending this event. In this event, you will get the chance to enjoy your night while dancing off your worries, networking, and drinking. Having a few drinks will help you relax and it will improve your networking, we are not really sure whether it will improve your dance moves though.
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5. Single Black Lesbian’s Over 45 Meetup
We’re making sure to cover everyone on our list of 10 black singles events in NYC. As you already know, dating in New York City is hard not only due to busy schedules but also because of the time-consuming commutes. Since it is hard for straight black people to date, can you imagine how it is for single black lesbians who are over 45 to meet other people? In this event, they will get the chance to have fun, start a conversation with other women, do different social activities together and maybe connect on a deeper level. Don’t be afraid to start new things and possibly make new friends as well.
4. Singles Rooftop Party
Rooftops are made for parties and the DL Rooftop Lounge is a great example. This event will help you connect with other people easily and expand your social circle. However, keep in mind that this is not an event only for African American people, even though the majority are African Americans. Here you will get the chance to relax by dancing and drinking with free light appetizers among other things. Get ready for a memorable rooftop party and dress stylishly. Don’t worry if you are coming alone because the icebreakers will help you find someone in no time. Now, let’s see the top three on our list of black singles events in NYC.
3. African American Singles
The African American Singles event is one of the best black singles events in NYC. It’s speed dating style where women are sitting while men are switching tables every five minutes. In this event, you will get the chance to chat with every man in the room which is around 10 potential partners and the next day, you will be informed whether one of the people you had conversations picked you to go on a date. This is a great way to meet new people, it is like a “trial date”, you will get the chance to see how one person is talking and reacting and you can immediately see whether you are interested in him/her, or not.
2. AfroPunk Fest Brooklyn
The AfroPunk Festival in Brooklyn that ranks 2nd on the list of black singles events in NYC has been described as one of the best and most multicultural festivals in the United States. Today, this festival has expanded outside of the borders of New York City, in London, Paris, Johannesburg, and Atlanta. Prepare to party and meet new people because there isn’t a better place than a festival to have some fun and enjoy yourself while dancing your worries off. After all, if you don’t meet anyone at this event, you will go home remembering this night as one of the best nights of your life.
1. New York City: Harlem’s Speed Dating
If you are in the age range between 26 and 39 years old and you are still single, you should at least consider going to the New York City: Harlem’s Speed Dating event. The dress code for this event is after work cute and for the price of $37-$43, you could end up meeting the love of your life. If you think dating in NYC is extremely hard, stop questioning yourself as to why you cannot meet someone and start taking action, who knows maybe all it takes is for you to show up at this event.
This concludes our list of 10 black singles events in NYC. We hope we managed to show you a variety of events and more about them. If you still haven’t found your significant other, maybe it is time to consider attending one of these events.
