Real First Dates Take the Stage with Blind Date Live

If dating apps have you feeling burnt out, Queenie Connects has something different in mind. Blind Date Live puts two strangers on stage for a real first date while blindfolded, and a crowd of singles gets to watch it all unfold.

How It Goes Down

The audience watches as two people who’ve never met have a conversation without seeing each other. When the blindfolds come off, each dater faces three choices: thumbs up for a second date, thumbs down to pass, or pick someone from the crowd.

It’s a chance to see real chemistry happen in real time, and it beats another night of swiping through profiles.

The Deets

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026 | 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
📍 The Momentary, 507 SE E St, Bentonville
💰 Free
🔗 Apply to be on stage: Sign up here
🔗 More Info

Want to Take the Stage?

If you’re ready to be one of the blindfolded daters, you can apply through the link above. Not interested in the spotlight? Show up anyway. You might meet someone new, or you could end up getting picked by one of the daters on stage.

Queenie Connects runs singles meetups across NWA throughout the week, giving people a chance to connect in person. Events are open to anyone ages 22–64.

This February, trade the swipe for something more interesting. Show up, watch the action, and see where the night takes you.