Getting started
What is Peared?
Peared is a social and dating community in Washington, DC, built around in-person events. You meet people at activity-based events, scan each other's QR code in the Peared app to connect on the spot, and keep talking after. We've hosted 65+ events for 3,000+ members.
What kinds of events does Peared host?
Every Peared event is built around an activity, like art nights, workouts, tastings, game nights and no-drinking events. Each event lists its age range, from 20s and 30s up to 40s and 50s.
What's the difference between Singles and Social events?
Singles events are for people who are single. Social events are for everyone. At Social events, guests wear a colored wristband, one color for singles and another for people who are taken, so everyone can relax, make friends and be themselves.
Is Peared speed dating?
No. Peared doesn't host speed dating. Every event is activity-based, with small groups that rotate through the night, so you meet a lot of people with less pressure.
Are Peared events LGBTQ+ friendly?
Yes. Every event page says whether it's for straight guests or the LGBTQ+ community, and Peared has hosted queer events.
Can I come alone?
Yes. Peared events are designed for solo guests, and hosts group people up so nobody is left on their own.
The Peared app
How does QR code matching work?
At a Peared event, open the app and scan another guest's QR code. You're connected instantly, so you can keep talking after the event without swapping numbers.
Can I connect with someone I didn't scan?
Yes. After the event, the app shows you the other attendees who went to the same event, so you can send a connection request to anyone you met.
What does the app do?
The app is where the night continues. Connect with people by QR code at the event or find other attendees afterward, share moments, get into member-only events and use Peared Perks.
Do I need the app to go to an event?
No. You can buy tickets on peared.io. You'll need the app to connect with people afterward.
What are Peared Perks?
Perks are member deals at DC restaurants, bars and venues, made for the date after you meet someone.
What are moments?
Moments are real-time updates from your everyday life. They show more of who you are than a static profile photo.
Who can see my moments?
Accounts are public by default, so anyone can see your first moment. Only your matches can see the rest.
Can I show my moments to matches only?
Yes. Change your moment visibility to matches only in settings.
What is the response rate indicator?
It shows how consistently someone replies to messages. It's there to cut down on ghosting and encourage better dating habits.
What if I'm too busy to reply?
Turn on pause mode in settings. Messages you get while paused won't count against your response rate.
Can I hide my profile from people I know?
Yes. Privacy controls let you hide your profile from contacts in your phone, like coworkers.