5 Best Things to Do in New York City While Single

Being single in New York City can be tough. There seems like there is so much to do yet it can be lonely doing things alone all the time. As the weather gets warmer and you go out more often it can seem at times like everyone is a couple but you. Don't fret here are 5 of the best things to do while you are single in New York City. They are fun things to do but you never know you could meet someone while doing them.

Meetup
Meetup.com is a great website that has activities for single people in New York City ranging from people who love karaoke, to people who love to eat brunch. It gives you a sense of belonging because whatever you might be interested in or whatever your situation there is a meetup for it. Simply type your zip code and activity in the search and a ton of listings will come up. It is a great way to meet like minded people and even people that might be in your situation (eg: Living with someone with a mental illness, or unemployment) It is a great way to be kept busy pretty much every night with activities in New York City so you forget about being single for while.

Improv Comedy at the UCB Theatre
The Uprights Citizens Brigade Theatre is one of the gems in New York City. It has some of the best improv New York City has to offer and never for more than $10. Unlike other comedy clubs there is no drink minimum and there are always tons of people. It is a great night out for a single person and the shows are all day everyday so you will definitely find something you like. The also offer improv classes which is another great thing to keep you busy while you are single in New York City.

Zog Sports
Zog Sports is a sports league set up for single people in New York City. You can join a team as an individual so no worries on not knowing anyone. The sports range from touch football, to volleyball, to dodgeball and kickball. You determine how good you are at the sport to be placed on the right level and then you are off to play. You get shirts, usually 7 games, and a team that goes out for drinks after the game to raise money for charity. You meet cool people on your team and on other teams you play. The cost ranges from $70-$110. A great way to keep your mind and body active while being single.

Outdoor Bound Adventures
Outdoor Bound Adventures offers single people in New York City outdoor day activities outside of the city. The price usually includes transportation, plus whatever the activity is. They range from whitewater rafting, to horseback riding, to wine and cheese tastings. No matter what you enjoy you can find something. The good thing is you can be single and go alone because most other people are single as well. Plus since you are there to do something you enjoy you will be happy to be around others who enjoy the activity as well. This a great opportunity for singles to get out of New York City and enjoy their surroundings.

Meet Market Adventures
Similar to Outward Bound Meet Market Adventures is a great place for singles in New York City. You can pick activities that are in New York City or outside of the city. They offer speed dating and things geared towards meeting men and women but they also offer wine tastings, pool playing nights, hiking, and bar tending classes. All of the courses are for New York City singles and they are really popular and fill up fast.

With the above 5 options there is no reason to feel bad being single. There are many options for singles in New York City and there are great things to do. Keeping busy and enjoying activities you like is the best way to stay happy. There are a few ways you can keep your mind off of being single in New York City and start getting out there and enjoying being single in New York City.