Midtown
Reno's most walkable neighborhood is full of coffee shops, cocktail bars, breweries and restaurants. It's where a lot of first dates happen, and a good place to go with friends and actually talk to people.
The Riverwalk and downtown
The Truckee River Riverwalk and Wingfield Park host events all summer, including many of July's Artown shows. Downtown events are a relaxed way to meet people.
Outdoor groups
Hiking, trail running, mountain biking and skiing groups are some of the best ways to meet people in Northern Nevada. Look for local clubs and Meetup groups heading up Mount Rose, to Galena Creek or to Tahoe. A lot of Reno couples met on a trail.
Climbing gyms and rec leagues
Climbing gyms are social and full of outdoorsy locals. Adult softball, volleyball, kickball and pickleball leagues are easy to join and keep you seeing the same people.
UNR and classes
University of Nevada, Reno lectures, games and continuing-education classes attract a mix of students, staff and locals. Cooking and dance classes around town work too.
Volunteer
Food banks, animal shelters and big events like the Great Reno Balloon Race always need volunteers.
Apps
Hinge and Bumble are busiest under 40; Match is strongest over 40. Use two and widen your distance. See best dating apps for Reno.
Common questions
Where do singles go in Reno?
Midtown's bars and coffee shops, the Truckee River Riverwalk, climbing gyms, hiking and ski groups heading to Tahoe, adult rec leagues, University of Nevada, Reno events, and volunteer groups. Hinge, Bumble and Match are the most useful apps.