Not Dateless in Denver: Get Off the Apps and Get Out There!

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Back in June, in anticipation of all those hot times ahead, we shared a string of articles about dating in Denver, including a cover piece that explored "Why Dating in Denver Is a Dumpster Fire."

Then, because misery loves company, we introduced "Dateless in Denver," a series of reader essays on the realities of dating in Denver — the good, the bad and the sometimes very ugly. Now, at the end of 2024, come these words of hope — and some good advice — from Graeme:

I am a native Coloradan. I’m 42. I’ve also lived in places like New York City, Los Angeles, St. Louis, Chicago and even West Palm Beach. I have dated in all of these cities. It’s always been the same thing. A different person every time.

Denver is a unique city full of creative people. We have an amazing arts community. Our dining scene needs work, but we’re catching up. Of course, there are the outdoor activities. The music scene.

So why do people keep saying everyone is the same? I do enjoy hiking and fishing. If I had a dating profile, there would be pictures of my fishing trips or on top of any of the 14ers I’ve summited.

So maybe I am the same. But I’ve found that looking for the differences is how I met people. Put your weird out there, people will find you interesting. Go to the concert alone. If you want to find someone to do the things you love doing, they might be doing them right now.

I met my wife on Facebook, in a shared interest group. I met my previous partner at a drum and bass show.

My general opinion is this: People aren’t all the same...when you get out and meet them. Get off the apps and you might meet someone.

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Kim Salas

A happy new year to all of you who are dateless in Denver tonight! If you want to share your story, email it to [email protected].