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Speed dating in Miami has exploded as singles seek alternatives to the city's notoriously superficial dating scene and crowded club culture. With over 600,000 singles in Miami-Dade County and the city's reputation for beautiful people and high-energy nightlife, speed dating offers a refreshing way to make genuine connections.
From South Beach rooftop events to Brickell upscale speed dating, from Latin-focused matchmaking to LGBTQ+ events in Wynwood—Miami's speed dating scene is as diverse and vibrant as the city itself.
Here are the best speed dating companies and organizers in Miami, organized by age and demographic.
Founded: 2007 Events: 10 upcoming on Eventbrite Coverage: Miami and 52 cities worldwide Price Range: $30-$75 Age Ranges: 22-32, 24-36, 25-39, 29-42, 32-44, 36-48, 40-55
Website: speedmiamidating.com Eventbrite: SpeedMiami Dating Organizer (10 events)
SpeedMiami Dating has been regarded as an industry leader since 2007 with event and matchmaking services across 52 cities worldwide. Featured on more than 30 televised programs including Top Chef Masters 'First Date Dinner' with 60 SpeedLA Matchmaking Daters, Bravo's 'Rate The Date', NBC/Oxygen's 'Bad Girls Club', PBS 'This Emotional Life', 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. "Regarded as the industry leader, they are known for their matchmaking skills. Using their refined and successful approach to dating, they have one simple goal: to help you find an ideal and compatible partner. Always using the utmost discretion, they intend to lead you straight to the man or woman of your dreams: the rest is up to you." - SF Chronicle. CBS New York: "They are changing the speed dating scene and attracting a more sophisticated crowd than ever before. Their approach to matchmaking offers a fresh alternative to contracts and commitments. You can't go wrong!"
Format: "UK style" sophistication with Smart-Card mobile matching technology. No whistles, name tags, or over-the-top party atmosphere—just intimate, well-hosted events at Miami's most stylish venues. Host-led with 6-7 minute dates, mobile scorecards, curated attendee selection. Selective admission ensures quality crowds in a city known for superficiality—they reward "lovely daters" with discounts while refusing service to those who don't meet standards.
Venues: Brickell, South Beach, Coral Gables, Wynwood—Miami's trendiest neighborhoods
Pros: 10 upcoming events shows active Miami schedule, premium experience, established reputation since 2007, featured on 30+ TV shows, sophisticated matchmaking approach, selective admission ensures serious daters, tickets never expire, BBB A-rated, verified Eventbrite organizer with thousands of past events.
Cons: Higher prices ($30-$75), selective admission may exclude some, smaller event sizes than mass-market competitors.
Best For: Professionals ages 22-55 seeking upscale experience, people tired of Miami superficial club scene, daters who value sophistication and curation, those willing to pay premium for quality matchmaking, singles seeking refined approach to dating.
Founded: 2001 Coverage: 70+ cities across US and Canada Price Range: $23-$35 per event Age Ranges: 20s, 30s, 20s/30s, 30s/40s
Website: pre-dating.com/miami Eventbrite: Pre-Dating Organizer (420+ events nationally)
Pre-Dating is America's largest and oldest speed dating company with over 38,000 events since 2001. Their Miami presence serves South Beach, Brickell, Coral Gables, and surrounding areas.
What Makes Them Stand Out: Most established brand with 24-year track record. Most affordable pricing in expensive Miami market. Professional hosts create comfortable atmosphere. Coverage across Miami-Dade including suburbs. Featured on Miami New Times, CNN, BBC, NPR.
Format: Traditional speed dating with 6-minute conversations, 8-12 potential matches, scorecard system, mutual match notifications within 24-48 hours.
Pros: Most affordable ($23-$35), established reputation, professional hosts, coverage across Miami metro, bilingual-friendly events.
Cons: Traditional format may feel formulaic compared to Miami's high-energy culture, email-only matching (no app).
Best For: Professionals ages 20-50 seeking traditional speed dating, budget-conscious daters, people living in Miami suburbs, those who value established national reputation.
Technology: Secret RSVP live-matching app Age Range: 25-45 (primarily) Format: Interactive group speed dating
Website: thefun.singles/miami
Miami Singles Events uses Secret RSVP's award-winning live-matching technology for interactive group speed dating, bringing modern tech to Miami's dating scene.
What Makes Them Stand Out: Tech-forward approach with app-based live matching during events. Interactive games and activities replace traditional rotations. Events feel like Miami parties rather than formal dating setups. Perfect for Miami's social, outgoing culture.
Format: Interactive group speed dating with live matching via app. Weekly online and in-person events.
Best For: Social, outgoing singles ages 25-45, people who want party atmosphere, tech-savvy daters seeking modern approach.
Age Ranges: 30s/40s, 40-55, 50-65, 65+ Coverage: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach Price: $23-$35 Specialty: Senior Speed Dating
Website: pre-dating.com/miami Over 50 Landing Page: Senior Speed Dating Eventbrite: Pre-Dating Organizer
Pre-Dating is the most reliable provider for mature singles 40+ in Miami with dedicated age brackets for 30s/40s, 40-55, 50-65, and 65+.
Why It Works for 40+: Traditional no-tech format with simple scorecards appeals to mature daters. Accessible venues throughout Miami metro and suburbs. Professional hosts create comfortable atmosphere. 24-year track record attracts quality mature crowds. Tri-county coverage (Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach) perfect for South Florida retirees and professionals.
Best For: Singles ages 40-65+ seeking traditional speed dating, retirees throughout South Florida, mature daters who value established reputation, seniors wanting no-tech approach.
Age Ranges: 36-48, 40-55 Style: Upscale boutique Price: $40-$75
Website: speedmiamidating.com Eventbrite: SpeedMiami Dating Organizer
SpeedMiami Dating offers upscale speed dating for mature professionals ages 36-55 at sophisticated Miami venues.
Why It Works for 40+: Mature professionals appreciate refined atmosphere and selective admission in Miami's often superficial dating market. Quality over quantity approach. Premium pricing filters for serious, established daters with resources.
Best For: Affluent professionals ages 36-55, mature singles seeking upscale experience, people willing to invest in quality, those tired of Miami's club culture.
Focus: Gay men speed dating Coverage: Major cities nationwide Price: $35-$75
Website: mycheekydate.com Eventbrite: Miami LGBTQ Events on Eventbrite
MyCheekyGayDate (part of MyCheekyDate family) provides upscale speed dating for gay men in Miami.
Best For: Gay men ages 22-55 seeking sophisticated speed dating, people who value curated events, alternatives to South Beach club scene.
Resources: Multiple Miami-based LGBTQ+ organizations host speed dating
Eventbrite: Miami LGBTQ Events Meetup: Miami LGBTQ+ Groups
Miami has a vibrant LGBTQ+ community in South Beach, Wilton Manors (Fort Lauderdale), and throughout South Florida with various organizations hosting speed dating for lesbian, bi, trans, queer, and non-binary singles.
Best For: LGBTQ+ singles seeking community-based events, people wanting Miami-specific LGBTQ+ options beyond club scene.
Miami's tropical climate creates year-round singles opportunities:
Miami's neighborhoods reflect the city's cultural diversity, bilingual culture, and superficial reputation—but speed dating helps cut through the noise:
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