Celebrate Thanksgiving early this year at one of our most popular events of the year! Ditch the apps and meet real singles in person at Dearly Beloved in River North for a fun pre-Thanksgiving event!

Join a big room of singles and get around 8 of your best live-selected, mini-dates!

Meet like-minded singles face to face in a relaxed, fun and social atmosphere.

Spots are limited, booking is essential.

How it works:
- Quick check-in on your phone. No nametags, matchcards, pens or fuss.
- Loads of singles in the room. Our platform finds your best matches for each round of mini-dates.
- Friendly, professional hosts guide the night.
- Balanced mix of men & women so the event flows naturally.
- Stay and mingle afterwards, most people do!

Why you'll love Smart Speed Dating:
- Relaxed, social vibe, perfect if you're coming solo (most do!).
- Great venues, great people, and actual conversations.
- Over 95% of attendees meet someone they're attracted to, and 90% get at least one mutual match!
- 10+ years of successful CitySwoon events and millions of dates!

Learn more about CitySwoon and our unique events on the
FAQ page.

The Venue

Dearly Beloved is a dark, moody cocktail restaurant where romance lingers in the candlelight and every pour tells a story. Known for its adventurous, artfully crafted cocktails and elevated takes on classic cuisine, it's a place to indulge, connect, and savor the unexpected. Intimate, bold, and a little decadent this is where evenings unfold beautifully.

All our venues are carefully selected for great vibes and atmosphere.

Tickets are non-refundable.
You can cancel 7 days out and receive a credit or transfer.
A $19 late cancellation/no-show fee applies if you cancel within 24 hours of the event.
See Terms & conditions for details.

Ready to meet your match? Grab your ticket today, spots go fast!

NB: A fully completed CitySwoon profile, complete with a profile photo where your face is clearly visible, is required to fully participate in any CitySwoon event.

Contact the host of Thanksgiving Eve Date Night @ Dearly Beloved, Ages 29-49