If you're tired of endlessly swiping on dating apps just to find out your 6'2" match was actually standing on a box, Ottawa's dating scene has some very tall news for you.

A brand new meetup called the Ottawa Tall Singles 24–49 | Networking Event is officially hitting the capital on Monday, September 7, 2026. Taking place right in the heart of the city at Oh So Good in the ByWard Market, this event is aiming to take the high-pressure awkwardness out of modern dating by gathering the city's tallest unattached professionals all in one room.

Here is everything you need to know if you're looking to meet someone who can actually reach the top shelf.

Unlike traditional speed dating where you're forced into three-minute lightning rounds of "musical chairs," this event is keeping things way more low-key.

Organized by Rai, the night is structured as an open-ended mixer focused on organic, real-life connection. There are no forced icebreaker games or rigid schedules. Instead, the evening kicks off at 7:00 PM with quick, casual group introductions so everyone can get to know the room. After that, you're free to grab a coffee, order some of the café's famous desserts, and mingle completely on your own terms.

It’s basically a casual night out at a local coffee shop—just with a room full of people who completely understand the struggle of buying jeans that are long enough.

The event has some pretty specific height parameters to make sure it delivers exactly what it promises:

The organizers do note that because the event mimics a natural networking mixer rather than a clinical dating service, gender ratios aren't strictly engineered or guaranteed. It's all about fostering a comfortable, relatable space for tall locals to expand their social, professional, or romantic circles.

Space is limited to keep the atmosphere intimate and cozy, so if you fit the bill, you'll want to grab your spot ahead of time. You can check out all the registration info and score your tickets directly on the Eventbrite Event Page.