PowerPoint Meets Romance: Pitch Your Friend to a Room of Singles

Tue Mar 25 2025 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm UTC-04:00

The Gatehouses | Brooklyn

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PowerPoint Meets Romance: Pitch Your Friend to a Room of Singles
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Present your single friend in a 3-5 min slide deck or join for drinks and see if someone catches your eye! As seen in the New York Times.
About this Event

Got a single friend who's a total catch? It's time to play matchmaker with a twist! Create a slide deck presentation that showcases their best qualities, quirks, and charm. Then, take the stage and deliver a 3-5 minute pitch to a room full of eager singles ready to mingle. Who knows? You might just spark the next great love story!

Tickets:

  • $20 to Pitch: Includes a 3-5 min pitch slot and drink ticket.
  • Free to Attend: Attend as a guest and enjoy the pitches (no pitching required)
    Come join us at The Gate House Room @Kings County Distillery (299 Sands St, Brooklyn, NY 11205) - DUMBO - 8 min walk from York train stop.
    Tuesday, March 25, 2025 · 6:30 - 9pm EST
    *Please note this is a 21+ event
    What to Expect
  • Pitch Your Friend: Sign up to present your single bestie using a slide deck. Each pitch is 3-5 minutes and designed to highlight their best qualities, quirks, and what makes them a total catch.

How It Works
  • Tickets: Buy your tickets prior to the event to reserve your pitch spot before all spots are filled.
  • Event Night: Arrive 15 minutes early to check in.
  • Presentations: Present your friend to a room full of singles or sit back, sip your drink, and enjoy the presentations.
  • After each presentation: There will be a Q&A session, and presenters will share their friends contact info (e.g., Instagram handle) on the last slide so audeince members can slide into their DMs
  • Mingle & Match: After the pitches, you can also mingle and make connections with anyone who caught your eye!



Why Choose Pitch & Pair NYC?

Tired of endless swiping, awkward first dates, and traditional speed dating? At Pitch & Pair NYC, we’re flipping the script on singles events with a fun, interactive matchmaking experience where friends pitch their single besties to a room full of eligible NYC singles. Forget dating apps—this is a creative, real-life way to meet, mingle, and make authentic connections!


  • Creative Matchmaking: Your BFF knows you best, and their pitch might just spark your next great connection.
  • Fun & Interactive: Laugh, mingle, and connect with singles in a lively, welcoming environment.
  • Authentic Vibes: No filters, no awkward interviews—just real people making real connections.



The Venue

Join us at King Country Distellery (The Gate House), a cozy and vibrant spot in DUMBO, perfect for mingling and matchmaking.
📍 Address: 299 Sands St, Brooklyn, NY 11205



Testimonials

"I had a great time and got 3 dates from my friends pitch and pair presentation!"– Doug, NYC
"It was a blast presenting my friend at Pitch and Pair. It was so fun, creative, and funny." – Marissa, NYC



FAQs

Who can attend?
Anyone 21+! Whether you’re pitching a friend or just here to watch and mingle, there’s a spot for you.

Do I have to pitch someone?
Not at all! You can attend as a guest for free and enjoy the fun.

What if I don’t know how to make a slide deck?
No worries—keep it simple and creative! Think photos, fun facts, and inside jokes that make your friend shine. Reach out to our team for templates of ideas :)


  • Mingle & Meet: Not pitching? No problem! Grab a drink, enjoy the show, and chat with other eligible singles in a relaxed, fun setting.
  • Connect IRL: Witness connections come to life in real time—whether it’s sparks of romance, the start of a new friendship, or a wingman/woman hyping up their bestie.


Spots are limited—grab your ticket now and let the matchmaking magic begin! Who knows? Your next great connection could be just one pitch away.
At Pitch & Pair NYC, we’re redefining the singles event scene with a fresh, fun, and interactive approach to matchmaking. Say goodbye to swiping and awkward speed dating—our dating event is all about creating meaningful connections with humor, charm, and creativity.

Friends pitch their single besties to a room full of eligible singles in a unique format that’s as lively and authentic as NYC itself. Whether you’re looking to meet new friends, connect with strangers, or enjoy a memorable date night, this is one of the most exciting things to do in the city’s dating world.

Join us and see why Pitch & Pair NYC is the most talked-about event for singles. It’s more than a dating event—it’s a night of laughter, connection, and maybe even love!
#Singles Event #Speed Dating #Dating Event NYC #Meet New Friend #Things To Do NYC #Date Night #Fun in the City #Date Night


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Agenda

🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Check-In & Get Ready to Mingle

Info: Check in and grab your presentation slot, to get the fun started!


🕑: 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
The Main Event: Pitches

Info: Enjoy as friends take the stage to present their single pals in fun and flirty presentations. Get ready for laughs, surprises, and maybe even a little romance!

Intermission: 8:00–8:15 PM

Take a break to mingle, refresh your drink, and chat with new friends!


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Gatehouses, 299 Sands Street, Brooklyn, United States

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