SINGLES GUIDE TO THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA

Welcome to the Bay Area Singles Guide—your go-to resource for navigating the dating scene in Northern California. Whether you’re newly single, returning to dating after a break, or just looking to expand your social circle, this guide offers practical advice, curated event listings, and insights to help you connect with like-minded singles across the Bay Area.

List last updated:  June 26, 2025

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List of Bay Area Singles Services

40s, 50s, and 60s Singles in SF Bay Area!
Type: Meetup
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Phone: (415) 479-3800
Email: rich@richgosse.com
URL: https://www.meetup.com/Singles-Over-40-and-Fun/
Description:

We organize a large singles party just about every week of the year, all over the Bay Area! We do dance parties, cocktail parties, wine tastings, speakers, holiday parties, and much more... Our larger parties, at major hotels, attract 400 or more. We also do more intimate gatherings of just a few dozen friendly singles. We are NOT a dating site.

All of our 55 parties a year all over the Bay Area benefit The Seva Foundation, www.seva.org, located in Berkeley CA, to restore sight to the blind. All of us who work at the parties are volunteers. Every $50 we raise allows Seva to finance a cataract surgery in one of the poor countries of the world! Please spread the word to all of your single friends so that together we can help 15 million people who need this operation to regain their sight.

Après Ski & Social Club
Type: Club
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
URL: https://www.apres.org/
Description:

We are a fun, friendly and adventurous community. Our purpose is to cultivate shared experiences through recreational and social activities in Northern California. We also happen to have a beautiful lodge in Kings Beach.

Most of our members come from the San Francisco Bay area. We have regularly scheduled activities in the area for when we are not enjoying the lodge and the mountains.

Bachelors of San Francisco
Type: Club
Location: San Francisco, CA
Email: info@bachelorsofsf.org
URL: https://www.bachelorsofsf.org/
Description:

The Bachelors of San Francisco, developing character and community since 1930.

Our mission is to instill a sense of personal, professional, and civic responsibility in our members, giving back to the community we call home, San Francisco.

Bay Area Single Gen X & Boomers Social Meetup
Type: Meetup
Location: Palo Alto, CA
URL: https://www.meetup.com/bay-area-single-boomers-social-meetup/
Description:

We start and expand this group to help all Single Gen X & Boomers to make the most of events and activities that will be created and presented just for them.

These will include dances, parties, movies, dining, wine tasting events, entertainment of all kinds, happy hours, seminars, karaoke, outings, retreats, cruises, trips, and more. We want to create an atmosphere where people will be very comfortable meeting new acquaintances, making friends, and sharing experiences.

Meet new people, have fun, and open yourself to new opportunities. We are friends helping friends on this new journey we are all taking in life and learning to have fun again! Most of all change your life in a way you never expected!

Beachcomber Singles
Type: Facebook Group
URL: https://www.facebook.com/groups/386720768372171
Description:

Beachcomber Singles is an independent, non-profit, social and service organization designed for single adults of like mind and experience who are 50+ years old.

The group’s objective is to provide a safe and supportive environment for the development of friendships and personal growth through informational and social activities.

Many of our members have developed long term friendships that have spanned over a couple of decades. Also many marriages have occurred over the years and married alumni are welcome to our events too.

Bethel Baptist Church
Type: Church
Location: Concord, CA
URL: https://bethelbaptistca.org/
Description:

We are an evangelical Southern Baptist congregation associated with churches in parts of central and east Contra Costa and east Alameda counties. We are part of the California Southern Baptist Convention of churches as well as the national Southern Baptist Convention. All SBC churches are autonomous, making decisions for themselves rather than the denomination controlling them.

Beyond 40
Type: Meetup
Location: San Rafael, CA
URL: https://www.meetup.com/beyond40/
Description:

Beyond 40 is a community of fun people who get together for all kinds of entertaining activities: happy hours, live music, social events, seminars, hikes and more. We are NOT a dating site.

Lets embrace our maturity, experiences and zest for life! Come join us!

Bridgee Community Church
Type: Church
Location: Los Altos, CA
URL: https://www.bridges.church/
Christian Singles Network
Type: Church Club
Location: Meadow Vista, CA
Phone: (530) 878-8606
URL: https://csnevents.net/
Description:

Sacramento Area Events for Fun and Fellowship

East Bay Ladies and Gents Looking to Meet (Age 45+)
Type: Meetup
Location: San Ramon, CA
URL: https://www.meetup.com/Dating-for-ages-45-65/
Description:

East Bay Singles - Let's Get Together and Meet!

Click the JOIN US button and come meet us!

It's FREE to join our group

No obligation to attend any events after you join and no cost to you for anything but what you buy at an event you choose to attend.

Wouldn't it be great to meet someone nice to date?

Not into the singles bar scene?

Looking for more quality friendships, relationships, events and group fun?

Then consider joining this group. Seeking fun folks age 45+ who are interested in meeting others in the same age group for dating, friendship and more.

Who should join this group?

Single Ladies and Gents age 45+ (give or take a few years)

Active and young at heart, culturally diverse group looking to meet sharp, sophisticated fine singles for a variety of events such as dining out, movies, music, dancing, wine tasting, happy hours, cooking, breakfasts, comedy clubs, networking, new friendships and what else? We are open to suggestions.

We are a culturally diverse group, so don't be shy and join in on the fun. Invite friends, too! If you are fun, young at heart, single and looking to meet others who are similar, then join this group and start participating in the fun.

Facebook Events
Type: Facebook
URL: https://www.facebook.com/events?source=46&action_history=null
Description:

Discover Events on Facebook.

Golden Gate Tip Toppers
Type: Club
Location: San Francisco, CA
Phone: (916)363-1887
URL: https://www.facebook.com/groups/317767099936443
Description:

The Golden Gate Tip Toppers (GGTT) is a non-profit social club for tall people in the San Francisco Bay Area of Northern California. Kae Sumner Einfeldt founded the very first club for tall people in 1938. Eight years later in 1946, GGTT was born. GGTT is one of many Tall clubs throughout California, the United States, and Internationally, all affiliated through Tall Clubs International (TCI).

I LOVE San Francisco!!!
Type: Meetup
Location: San Francisco, CA
URL: https://www.meetup.com/san-francisco-singles/
Description:

Enjoy the Bay Area! If you love this city and want to experience all the fun and history...enjoy this group! Meet some new friends, find a mate!

Inskiers Ski & Snowboard Club
Type: Club
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
URL: https://www.inskiers.com/home.html
Description:

The Peninsula's best ski and social club for singles!

Whether you're gliding down pristine slopes, exploring scenic trails, or joining one of the many international trips coordinated with BAC, our club offers a vibrant community for skiing enthusiasts. Join us for camaraderie, adventure, and unforgettable alpine experiences all year round.

San Francisco Bay Area Catholic Alumni Club
Type: Club
Location: Marin County, Costra Costa County, Santa Clara County, etc.
URL: http://www.catholicsingles-sfbayarea.com/
Description:

The SFCAC is a local organization of single Catholic men and women. It provides a friendly setting for Catholic singles to come together for spiritual and social events.

SF Bay Area Singles
Type: Meetup
Location: Los Gatos, CA
URL: https://www.meetup.com/http-www-sfbayareasingles-com/
Description:

If you live in the Bay Area and love dining, dancing, and/or mingling for fun & friendship... this meet-up is for you!

Sierra Club - San Francisco Bay
Type: Club
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Phone: (510) 848-0800
URL: https://www.sierraclub.org/sfbay
Description:

The Bay Chapter has a rich and vibrant history of environmental leadership going back to our founding in 1924. We have played a big role in shaping the Bay Area — and California — that you know and love. Read about some of our biggest successes here.

Single Motorcycle Riders SMR
Type: Meetup
Location: San Jose, CA
URL: https://www.meetup.com/single-motorcycle-riders/
Single Professionals Internet Network (SPiN)
Type: Meetup
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
URL: https://www.meetup.com/singleprofessionals
Description:

A community of single professionals—mainly in their 20s–40s—organizing themed mixers, speed-dating events, social hangouts, and game nights. Known for its signature “FLIRT IN THE DARK!” parties and Desi-themed dating events. SPiN positions itself as a welcoming and fun group focused on both networking and casual socializing.

Singles Golf (Bay Area Chapter)
Location: Bay Area
Phone: (980) 833-6450
URL: https://www.singlesgolf.com/
Description:

What better way to meet someone than through the game of golf? You see others at their best and not so best.

The American Singles Golf Association (ASGA) is a national group of single people (never married, divorced, widowed, or legally separated) aged 21 and over who simply love golf. It has over 40 chapters nationwide meeting monthly, playing golf and having social events.

See if there’s a chapter in your area. Review their newsletter and just show-up at a meeting as a guest. Every one of our members did that at some time. If you like the people and like what you see, join at that meeting. Annual dues are $99.

ASGA also runs multi-chapter events like the ones you see on this page where any member from any chapter can attend. Click on a photo to get a sense of the great fun we have when we travel.

ASGA fosters fun, fellowship, and fairways, pushing members to be social and build lasting friendships. If you're ready to meet fellow golf-loving singles and enrich your life, join now. Change your life — one round at a time!

Singles with Advanced Degree
Type: Meetup
Location: San Mateo, CA
URL: https://www.meetup.com/singles-with-advanced-degree/
Description:

This group is for singles who want to meet other intellectually-oriented single professionals. We would ask that you have completed an advanced degree (or two). We won't say what type of degree, or from which school, but we highly recommend that only singles with advanced degrees to join the group.

Single Professionals with advanced degrees deserve the opportunity to meet their match. Studies have revealed that marriages are most likely to survive if both spouses share the same educational level.

All races are welcome!

Snow Drifters
Type: Club
Location: Mountain View, CA
Email: President@snowdrifters.org
URL: https://www.snowdrifters.org/
Description:

We are a winter ski and snowboard club composed of singles over 21. While our primary focus is on winter skiing we do participate in a number of other activities, including hiking, biking and other outdoor activities. Additionally we also have social activities including theatre and dining out.

Spinster (since 1929)
Type: Organization
Location: San Francisco, CA
Email: info@sfspinsters.com
URL: https://www.sfspinsters.com
Description:

The Spinsters of San Francisco (SOSF) is a social and philanthropic organization of young professional unmarried women unique to the San Francisco Bay Area.

Since 1929, SOSF has created a strong network of women who make a positive impact in the community through volunteering and fundraising events.

Young Single Professionals (YUPs)
Type: Meetup
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Phone: (415) 479-3800
Email: rich@richgosse.com
URL: https://www.meetup.com/excursions-by-the-bay/
Description:

YUPs brings together young, unattached professionals—typically under 40—in lively, purpose-driven social events. These themed gatherings (e.g., “Flirt in the Dark” with glow sticks and DJs) blend nightlife energy with meaningful connection, all while raising funds for charity.

Your Asian Connection - San Francisco Bay Area
Type: Meetup
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Email: Julia@YourAsianConnection.com
URL: https://www.meetup.com/yourasianconnection/
Description:

We are a fun group of active professionals catering to Asians and Americans of all ages who are looking for relationships. We bring Eastern and Western cultures together and specialize in hosting events where we bring together professional men and women who enjoy dance parties, house parties, camping and rafting trips, ski trips, vacation trips and cruises, wine tasting, and more!

If you prefer to meet someone in a more private and personal setting, feel free to contact Julia for more information on matchmaking.