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Speed dating in Denver has become the Mile High City's antidote to dating app fatigue. With over 400,000 singles in metro Denver and events happening across LoDo, RiNo, Capitol Hill, and surrounding neighborhoods, Denver offers one of the Mountain West's most active and inclusive speed dating markets.
From upscale downtown events at craft breweries to LGBTQ+-focused speed dating at Hamburger Mary's, from young professional mixers in RiNo to 50+ senior events—Denver's speed dating scene reflects the city's laid-back yet adventurous spirit.
Here are the best speed dating companies and organizers in Denver, organized by age and demographic.
Founded: 2018 Events: 8 upcoming on Eventbrite Coverage: Greater Denver area Format: Weekly virtual and in-person speed dating and mixer events Age Range: 20s-50s
Eventbrite: Denver Speed Dating and Singles Events Organizer (8 events)
Established in 2018, Denver Speed Dating and Singles Events has organized over a thousand events nationwide. They offer weekly virtual and in-person events for fun, active, single professionals in greater Denver.
What Makes Them Stand Out: Consistent weekly schedule gives you multiple chances to attend. Mix of online and in-person events provides flexibility. Laid-back environment matches Denver's casual culture. Track record of organizing 1,000+ events shows experience.
Format: Traditional speed dating with virtual and in-person options. Focus on creating relaxed environment for meeting people.
Best For: Denver singles who want frequent event options, people seeking laid-back atmosphere, those who value consistent weekly scheduling.
Founded: 2007 Events: 11 upcoming on Eventbrite Coverage: Denver and 70 cities worldwide Price Range: $30-$75 Age Ranges: 22-32, 24-36, 25-39, 29-42, 32-44, 36-48
Website: speeddenverdating.com Eventbrite: SpeedDenver Dating Organizer (11 events)
SpeedDenver Dating (part of the SpeedNY Dating family) has been regarded as an industry leader since 2007. Featured on more than 30 televised programs including Top Chef Masters, Bravo's "Rate The Date," NBC's "Bad Girls Club," and TLC's "Cake Boss."
What Makes Them Stand Out: Refined and successful matchmaking approach with one simple goal: help you find an ideal and compatible partner. Sophisticated crowd attracted by boutique-style events. Discretion and quality control ensure curated attendees. Featured on SF Chronicle: "regarded as the industry leader, SpeedNY Dating is known for its matchmaking skills."
Format: Host-led events with smart card mobile matching technology. 6-7 minute conversations in intimate settings. Selective admission for quality control.
Venues: Upscale Denver locations across LoDo, Cherry Creek, and surrounding areas.
Pros: Established reputation since 2007, featured on 30+ TV shows, sophisticated matchmaking approach, tickets never expire, verified Eventbrite organizer with thousands of events.
Cons: Higher prices ($30-$75), selective admission may exclude some, smaller event sizes compared to mass-market competitors.
Best For: Professionals ages 22-48 seeking upscale experience, people willing to pay premium for quality attendees, daters who value sophisticated atmosphere.
Founded: 2001 Coverage: 70+ cities across US and Canada Price Range: $23-$35 per event Age Ranges: 20s, 30s, 28-40, plus older ranges
Website: pre-dating.com/denver Eventbrite: Pre-Dating Organizer (420+ events)
Pre-Dating is the largest and oldest speed dating company in America with over 40,000 events hosted since 2001. Their Denver presence covers downtown, suburbs (Aurora, Lakewood, Boulder area), and surrounding communities.
What Makes Them Stand Out: Most established brand with 24-year track record. Most affordable pricing makes speed dating accessible. Events at venues throughout metro Denver with parking. Professional hosts keep events organized and comfortable for first-timers.
Format: Traditional speed dating with 6-minute "pre-dates" where you meet 8-12 potential matches. Mark scorecard, submit choices, receive mutual match results within 24-48 hours.
Pros: Most affordable ($23-$35), established reputation, events across Denver metro, well-trained hosts, featured on BBC, CNN, NPR, Wall Street Journal.
Cons: Traditional format may feel formulaic, no in-platform messaging (email matches only), spread across vast metro area.
Best For: Professionals ages 20-50 seeking traditional speed dating, people living in Denver suburbs, budget-conscious daters, those who value established reputation.
Age Ranges: 30s/40s, 40-55, 50-65, 65+ Coverage: Denver and all suburbs Price: $23-$35 Specialty: Senior Speed Dating
Website: pre-dating.com/denver Over 50 Landing Page: Senior Speed Dating Eventbrite: Pre-Dating Organizer
Pre-Dating is the most reliable provider for mature singles 40+ in Denver. With 24 years of experience and dedicated age brackets, they understand mature dating needs.
Why It Works for 40+: Traditional no-tech format with simple scorecards appeals to mature daters. Accessible suburban venues with parking throughout metro Denver. Professional hosts create comfortable atmosphere. Established reputation attracts quality crowds.
Best For: Denver-area singles over 40 seeking traditional speed dating, mature daters who value established reputation, people in suburbs (Aurora, Lakewood, Boulder).
Founded: 2020 Events: 3 upcoming on Eventbrite Focus: Executive Matchmaking for Exceptional LGBTQ+ Singles Founder: R. Tony Smith Tagline: "The Art of Matchmaking, the Power of Connection" Format: Speed dating events + boutique personal matchmaking Age Ranges: 20s-30s, all ages welcome at each session
Website: denverscupid.com Eventbrite: Denver's Cupid Organizer (3 events) Meetup: Colorado LGBTQ Matchmaking, Dating and Social Events
Denver's Cupid is Colorado's only LGBTQ+ matchmaking service, founded by R. Tony Smith in 2020. They specialize in 100% private, personal, and boutique matchmaking with 20+ years of connections through an international matchmaking network. Certified LGBT Business Enterprise by the National LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce.
What Makes Them Stand Out: Since 2020, Denver's Cupid has connected 1,500+ participants through speed dating events, successfully matched 500 couples for dates, facilitated 4,000 new friendships, and created 80 business connections. R. Tony Smith brings 25 years as a Denver resident, relationship with his husband since 2002 (married since 2008), and extensive history serving on boards (Colorado Gay Volleyball Association, Federation of Gay Games, The Center on Colfax). This is both an in-person AND app experience—no app download needed. Featured on GayDenver.com and has 10% discount code: GayDenver10.
Speed Dating Events:
Format: No more swiping left or right! Meet up to 10 dates per person in exciting hour-long event. After each date, mark each person for potential LOVE, friend, business—or none. When event is complete, you'll receive emailed report of people you matched with for love, friend, or business—then it's up to you to follow-up with your new matches!
Personal Matchmaking Service: Beyond speed dating, Denver's Cupid offers boutique matchmaking with personal intuition-based methodology. R. Tony Smith's 20+ year network becomes your personal headhunter. Focuses on matching LGBTQ+ singles you're attracted to who also share values, lifestyle, and relationship goals. 100% private profiles (not viewable by anyone but matchmaker). Worldwide representation to/from other matchmakers in international network.
Venues: Hamburger Mary's Denver (Capitol Hill), Lucid (Downtown Denver), rotating social event locations.
Admission: Tickets must be purchased by noon or 5pm on event day (varies by event)—NO WALK-UPS. Each ticket must be associated with unique phone number and person. Only one ticket per person allowed at time of purchase. 21+ only.
Pros: Only LGBTQ+ matchmaking service in Colorado, 1,500+ participants since 2020 proves track record, founder deeply embedded in Denver LGBTQ+ community for 25 years, combines speed dating with optional personal matchmaking service, matches for love/friendship/business (not just romance), certified LGBT Business Enterprise, 10% discount code available, international matchmaking network access.
Cons: Limited to LGBTQ+ community only (not for straight singles), fewer events than national chains (3 on Eventbrite), requires advance ticket purchase (no walk-ups), app/in-person hybrid may confuse some attendees.
Best For: LGBTQ+ singles seeking community-focused events, gay men 20s-60s, lesbian/queer/bi/trans individuals, people who value supporting certified LGBT businesses, daters interested in personal matchmaking services, those seeking friendships and business connections beyond romance, Denver LGBTQ+ community members wanting locally-owned option.
Beyond traditional speed dating, Denver's active outdoor culture offers unique singles opportunities:
Denver's neighborhoods each offer distinct dating vibes that reflect the city's outdoor-meets-urban culture:
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