Stop swiping & start dating. Leave the anxiety at home & come make some new friends! Go on several fast, fun, mini-dates in one night. HelloSingles® is DMV's newest professional singles event organizer, specializing in matchmaking and helping single adults make real connections. WHAT WE DO: Play cupid. WHAT WE DON'T DO: Boring events. Our speed dating events are fast, fun, a lil' crazy, and always well organized. What to expect: PLEASE arrive on time. Late-comers affect the event's flow & we can't promise late arrivals will meet everyone during the rounds. Find the check in area & Host. Your advance ticket purchase means you're on the guest list. Just provide your name for entry. Obtain a name tag & hang out until everyone's checked-in. (This is a great time to use the restroom, grab a cocktail, or scan our QR code to stay updated on our IG). Host will provide an overview of how it works. Daters will go on speed-dates lasting 4-6 minutes per date. Host will faciltate the time and movement, making sure everyone gets a chance to meet potential matches. Complete match sheets, take a pic, and hand it in (yes, we love the nostalgia of old school pen & paper...making you feel like a kid passing notes in class with "Do you like me, yes or no" boxes). Get your matches in 24hours via email. That's it! A fun, fast night of making new friends and possible love connections. Get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-person-speed-dating-age-25-40-tickets-1973276297525?aff=erelpanelorg In-Person Speed Dating / Age 25-40

Seven years of great times, familiar faces, and neighborhood memories — and we’re celebrating it all with you. Join us for an afternoon dedicated to good company, laid-back vibes, and everything that’s made Hops N Shine a Del Ray favorite for the past seven years. Whether you’ve been stopping by since day one or you’re a newer face, this anniversary party is all about coming together and celebrating the community that made it possible. 🗓 Saturday ⏰ 1–6 PM 📍 Hops N Shine 3410 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 🎟 Free Entry Come hang out, raise a glass your way, and help us celebrate seven incredible years. 💚

Game day is here! Join us at Hops N Shine for Super Bowl Sunday and catch every play, commercial, and halftime moment with fellow fans in a fun, laid-back atmosphere. Settle in for an evening of football, familiar faces, and the kind of game-day energy that makes Sundays better. Whether you’re here for the matchup, the snacks, or just the vibe, this is the place to watch it all go down. 🗓 Sunday, February 8th ⏰ 5:00–10:00 PM 📍 Hops N Shine 3410 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 🎟 Free Entry Grab your crew, wear your team colors, and make Hops N Shine your Super Bowl home base. 🏆🏈

Not feeling the hearts and roses this year? Same. Skip the clichés and join us at Hops N Shine for an Anti-Valentine’s Day hang that’s all about good vibes, good company, and zero pressure. Whether you’re flying solo, rolling in with friends, or just looking for a place to escape the romance overload, this is your excuse to spend Valentine’s Day your way. 🗓 Saturday, February 14th ⏰ 1–6 PM 📍 Hops N Shine 3410 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 🎟 Free Entry No reservations. No expectations. Just come hang out and enjoy the day. 🖤✨

Let the good times roll! Join us at Hops N Shine for a full day of Mardi Gras celebrationfilled with colorful vibes, festive energy, and plenty of reasons to stop by and celebrate. Whether you’re swinging in for lunch, grabbing a drink after work, or staying late into the night, we’ll be celebrating Mardi Gras all day long. Come dressed in your beads, masks, or purple, green, and gold — or just come as you are and soak up the fun. 🗓 Tuesday, February 17th ⏰ 11 AM – Close 📍 Hops N Shine 3410 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 🎟 Free Entry Stop in, celebrate, and enjoy Mardi Gras the Hops N Shine way. 💜💚💛

Because some love stories have four legs. Join us at Hops N Shine for a feel-good afternoon celebrating our favorite companions — dogs! This festival is all about pup love, relaxed vibes, and spending quality time with your furry best friend. Bring your dog, meet fellow dog lovers, and enjoy a laid-back day filled with wagging tails and happy moments. Whether you’re popping by for a bit or staying the whole afternoon, it’s the perfect excuse to celebrate the unconditional love of dogs. 🗓 Saturday, February 28th ⏰ 1–6 PM 📍 Hops N Shine 3410 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 🎟 Free Entry Leashes on, hearts full — we can’t wait to celebrate with you and your pup. 🐾💕