New Year, New Dating Trends: Tips for 2026
ABC News interview with Maria Avgitidis reveals 2026 dating trends focusing on authenticity and community clubs.
On January 16, 2026, ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos interviewed matchmaker and dating expert Maria Avgitidis about the latest trends in romance. Avgitidis highlighted that authenticity is the top priority for online daters, encouraging honest profiles, face‑to‑face video chats, and a move away from status‑impression tactics. She also urged singles to join social clubs and community groups—such as hiking clubs, book circles, and hobby‑based meet‑ups—to meet like‑minded partners offline. The conversation emphasized that 2026’s couples are looking for depth over breadth, hoping shared interests will foster lasting connections. The interview was published on ABC News’ lifestyle channel and is available on the platform’s video archive.
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