Events by JSC · NYC

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Happy hours, mixers, picnics and Shabbat dinners — built for secular Jewish New Yorkers ages 30–45 who’d rather meet someone great in person than online.

Secular · Ages 30–45 · By approval only

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Fall Happy Hour in Chelsea
30-45Happy HourJSCSocial

Sweater weather. Happy hour weather. ๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿธ Our signature JSC Happy Hour is back. Join 60โ€“80 Jewish young professionals for an easygoing after-work night in Chelsea. Good drinks, easy conversations, and […]

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Wednesday, October 28 ยท 6:30 PM
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Fall Shabbat Social
30-45Happy HourJSCShabbatSocial

Friday night plans? Weโ€™ve got you. ๐Ÿฅ‚โœก๏ธ Kick off the weekend with JSC and a different kind of Friday night โ€” less formal dinner, more social. We’ll start with a […]

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Friday, November 13 ยท 7:30 PM
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Fall Singles Mixer
30-45Happy HourJSCSinglesSocial

Smaller crowd. Better conversations. ๐Ÿ’› We’re keeping this one intentionally intimate. Just 40โ€“50 singles, with attendance curated to maintain a balanced gender ratio and create a room where you can […]

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Wednesday, November 18 ยท 6:30 PM
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The Archive

Scenes from past events.

A scrapbook of dinners, rooftops, after-parties and Sunday afternoons.

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Photo from a past NYC Jewish Social event
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Before you RSVP

Questions, answered.

Everything people ask before their first JSC event.

Think curated, social-first events โ€” not loud club chaos. We pick great venues, keep the crowd intentional, and design events where it’s actually easy to meet people. Expect a mix of new faces and regulars, a friendly atmosphere, and just enough structure to help conversations happen naturally. Some events lean social (happy hours, mixers), others are more communal (Shabbats, dinners) โ€” but the goal is always the same: real connections.
JSC is built for Jewish young professionals in NYC, generally ages 30โ€“45. Most events are by approval only โ€” we review profiles (including having a clear, real photo) to keep a safe, balanced, and intentional group. If it’s your first time or you’re new to the city, you’re absolutely welcome to apply.
Yes โ€” and most people do their first time. About half of guests at many events are new, so you won’t be the only one. We design events to make it easy to meet people quickly, and there’s always a mix of solo attendees and small groups.
It depends on the format, but we keep things intentionally sized:

โ€ข Smaller mixers: ~30โ€“50
โ€ข Happy hours: ~80โ€“120
โ€ข Larger parties & seasonal events: 150โ€“300+

We cap events to keep them social โ€” not overwhelming.
Some events are free, some are ticketed. Pricing depends on the venue and what’s included. Many events include perks like drink tickets for early arrivals. If a ticket is required, you’ll see it clearly on the event page.
It’s how we keep the vibe right. We aim for a balanced, high-quality group and avoid overcrowding. That means reviewing profiles, managing capacity, and sometimes pacing approvals (for example, to maintain a good gender balance). It’s not about being exclusive โ€” it’s about making the experience better for everyone.
Our core is 30โ€“45, but it’s flexible. We’re usually open to accepting guests within about ยฑ2 years if we think you’ll be a good fit and there’s strong potential for matches. If you’re unsure, you can always apply โ€” we’ll guide you to the right event.
Our target audience is secular Jewish young professionals, and most guests are looking for romantic connections with someone of a similar faith. That said, we’re open to non-Jewish guests if the vibe is right โ€” plus-ones, partners, and friends are a normal part of our events.
Most JSC events aren’t officially labeled as singles events unless stated. That said, you can assume a large portion of guests are single and open to meeting someone. The focus is on organic connections โ€” whether that turns into dating, friendships, or just a great night out.
JSC Crush is our optional matching feature at select events. Near the end of the night, you can anonymously “crush” on people you met. If it’s mutual, you’ll both get each other’s contact info after the event โ€” no awkward asks, no pressure.

To learn more, visit: www.jewishsocial.nyc/crush

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