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Saved By the 90s: NYC Singles Throwback Mixer (40s & 50s)

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Blind BarberNew York, NY

Thursday, June 4 • 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Overview

Step away from the dating apps & into the 90s. Join NYC singles for a nostalgic after-work mixer featuring throwback music & fun icebreakers

Before the Internet: A 90s Party for the Over-40 Crowd

Remember the days of mixtapes, MTV countdowns, and meeting people in real life instead of on apps? Our Saved By the 90s Singles Mixer brings that energy back for one nostalgic night in NYC.

Join us for a fun and relaxed after-work singles event from 7:30–10:30 PM inside the hidden speakeasy at Blind Barber. This event is designed primarily for singles in their 40s and 50s, though anyone who loves the 90s vibe is welcome.

Throughout the evening we’ll be playing a curated 90s throwback playlist featuring everything from grunge and hip hop to pop classics from artists like Nirvana, TLC, and The Notorious B.I.G..

To help everyone break the ice, we’ll host a few optional icebreaker games and mini challenges where guests can win fun prizes. These are lighthearted ways to spark conversation and make it easier to meet new people.

Unlike speed dating, this event is designed as a social mixer. You can mingle freely, grab a drink, and talk with people naturally in a welcoming environment.

Whether you grew up in the 90s or simply appreciate the music and culture, this event is about reconnecting with the era when meeting people was simpler.

The Venue:

Blind Barber

Address: 339 E 10th St, New York, NY 10009

Phone: (212) 228-2123

Website: blindbarber.com

Format: Singles mixer with games, music, and prizes
Age Focus: 40s & 50s (all welcome)

The Host:

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Highlights

3 hours
In person

Refund Policy

No refunds

Location

Blind Barber

339 East 10th Street

New York, NY 10009

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