Find out locations that are hosting speed dating online and in magazines. Sites such as Speed Date St. Louis offer information on dates and venues of these events.
Arrive at the location on time and sign up for the speed dating. Once you register, you get a name tag with either a number or a nickname. Registration may require a fee but does not always.
Approach a table of your choice or one that is assigned to you by your number once the dating moderator gives the cue; this is done by either a bell or gong.
Talk to the person you are sitting with. Be interesting and confident. Move to the next table after the allocated time has passed. This is indicated by a sign such as a bell ring by the moderator.
Take notes or write down the name of the person you wish to go on a second date with. This is also known as keeping score.
Strike up conversation with your preferred date during the break. This enhances your chances of getting a date at the end of the event.
Hand in the dating cards and check how many other singles have marked you as a potential date. You can choose to contact them and arrange for a lengthier date.