Why You Should Ditch Dating Apps Until January 4th (Dating Sunday)

If you spent 2025 determined to find love only to swear you're "unlucky in love," it's time to take a break. This is your official sign to sign off the dating apps, or better yet, delete them entirely.

Dating and relationship coaches across the board are encouraging users to ditch the screen and simply enjoy the holidays. The odds are not in your favor right now anyway.

The Great Reset: Get Ready for Dating Sunday

But if one of your big goals for 2026 is to level up your dating game finally, you need to know about a specific date: Sunday, January 4th.

The first Sunday of the year has earned the unofficial title of "Dating Sunday" or "Singles Sunday." Okay, so it’s not a legit national holiday, but according to major platforms like Bumble, the first week of January sees some of the busiest activity of the year. Why? Maybe you had a lonely Christmas, or maybe the holidays amplified your yearning for a meaningful relationship. Whatever the reason, everyone in Shreveport and Bossier seems to be flocking back online.

Why Dating Sunday is the Best Time to Rejoin the Game

The mass influx of users isn't the only good news. This surge often means you're more likely to run across people who are genuinely interested in finding a long-lasting relationship, rather than those just looking for casual hookups. People are making resolutions, setting intentions, and hoping to fill that empty seat at the table come Valentine's Day.

Before Dating Sunday hits, you have time! Take a great new picture, maybe one showing off your last great meal at Zuzul or enjoying a walk in Betty Virginia Park.

Remember, Sunday, January 4th, is going to be the busiest day of the year for your profile. Please don't be shy about going for it. Who knows, your next date could be waiting right there, ready to take you for coffee downtown or to catch a movie at the Robinson Film Center.

Best of luck to you and your love adventures in 2026!