Greater Miami & Miami Beach has a bustling social scene, making it an exciting place for singles, albeit one that might seem a little intimidating at first to newcomers and visitors. But if you embrace the energy and social spirit of the area – and know where to find the experience you’re looking for – there are plenty of ways to meet and mingle with Miami singles who share your interests.

LIV Dj and dancers performing on the stage — Visit Miami's high-energy hot spots

If You Like to Dance

Some of the best dance clubs in Miami are also some of the best places to meet new people. The destination’s mega-clubs and nightclubs – where plenty of Miami’s finest go to make VIP appearances – are definitely visitor hot spots. Spaces like LIV at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach hotel in Mid Beach and Bâoli in South Beach promise people-watching, tasty drinks, DJs and the best in Miami fashion (bonus: Bâoli offers a tempting dinner menu, too). You’ll also want to check out Mango’s Tropical Cafe South Beach and Do Not Sit on the Furniture, also in South Beach, for a high-energy night out.

Plush purple seating at the Living Room — Socialize over a cocktail at one of Miami's bars or lounges

If You Like Cocktails

If an evening meeting folks for a beer or craft cocktail is more your scene, lounges and bars in Miami offer ideal settings for intimate chats. In Coral Gables, The Bar is packed with laid-back, trendy locals on the weekends, while Brickell’s Better Days is a cozy space with pool tables and cool vintage couches where you can mix and mingle over drinks well into the wee hours. Located near Brickell City Centre, Blackbird Ordinary is known for tasty cocktails, VIP booths and a lively dance floor.

For a more exclusive feeling, head to Living Room, the lobby lounge at the W South Beach hotel, on a Friday or Saturday. For a totally unique Miami Beach experience, choose Basement at The Edition, which boasts neon-lit, late-night bowling lanes with table service and lots of fun-loving folks making their way around an indoor ice-skating rink.

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If You're Not Into the Bar Scene

If meeting someone over cocktails isn’t your style, there are plenty of other places in Miami to make a connection. Grab a book and head to a coffee shop, like The Café at Books & Books in Coral Gables or one of many Panther Coffee locations.

If you appreciate art and culture, go to the Thursdays at PAMM event at the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), or check out Viernes Culturales in Little Havana on the third Friday of every month. If philanthropy is more your scene, join a charity you’re passionate about. Miami has many to choose from, such as International Coastal Cleanup Miami-Dade, Deering Estate Foundation, Chapman Partnership and more.

If You're Active

Hoping to meet someone while breaking a sweat? Join Miami Critical Mass and you’ll be introduced to hundreds of bicycle enthusiasts on the last Friday of every month for a group ride through Downtown Miami. The Baptist Health Brickell Run Club meets every Tuesday at 1300 Brickell Ave. for a free group run, and newbies and visitors are welcome.

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