An increasing number of people are "bridging online communities with real-world connections," particularly with social events focused on interests like stand-up comedy and board game nights, says Eventbrite CEO Julia Hartz.
By the numbers: In New Orleans, in-person singles and dating events increased 850% from 2023 to 2024, according to data Eventbrite shared with Axios.
The intrigue: Sober dating events gained traction nationally, making up 66% of all dating events in 2024, per Eventbrite data.
