Are you ready to date again? Are you bored of chats on Hinge with people who think pineapple on pizza is controversial? Well, we have a better solution for you Londoners: in-person dating events! Romance in the city can be tough, but we’ve made it easier with a curated list of events to try. Trust us, it’s much more fun than the mounting screen time stats.
Dinner for One Hundred (D4100) Singles Night
Could you find a slice of romance over a margherita? The D4100 team thinks so. The pizzeria hosts regular speed dating nights where singles rotate seats each course; pub quiz-style games are played throughout. A welcome drink and several rounds of pizza are also included in the ticket price.
Where is it?
Bar D4100 at 143 Evelina Road, London SE15 3HB
How much is it?
£25 for the standard singles night
When can I go?
Tuesday 18 March – Classic D4100 Singles Night
Tuesday 25 March – Queer Singles Mingle
All on Red Dating
All on Red Dating takes the admin out of securing a hot date. After filling out a form detailing everything from your ideal type to biggest icks, co-founders Scarlett and Poppy pair you up with your match. You will be handed a card with the location and table number of your date on the night. Regardless of whether you find a new lover or nemesis, everyone returns to the same bar at the end to party the night away.
Where is it?
Locations vary. You can find up-to-date info on All on Red’s Instagram page
How much is it?
£15-20 (early bird – late admission)
When can I go?
Saturday 29 March
Flirt Hard
Tattoo artist Meg Rees created the dating event Flirt Hard as a “fun and safe space for singles to connect in real life”. Once you are accepted for an event, Rees works behind the scenes with a sex and relationship coach to match you with someone on the night. Hosted at the swish Abuelo Cafe in Marylebone, you can sip away your nerves with a selection of natural wines. It’s not a prerequisite to be inked – but it wouldn’t go amiss either.
Where is it?
Abuelo Cafe 7-11 Cavendish Place, Marylebone
How much is it?
£30
When can I go?
A new date should be coming up soon for a queer event. Follow Flirt Hard for all updates
Pears Dating
Inclusive singles brand Pears Dating was created last year by five best friends on the day of love itself, Valentine’s Day. Their speed dating events are a far cry from stuffy singles socials of old and more akin to a fun night out where everyone happens to be single. Taking place at drag shows, bars and even festivals, their vibe is “low pressure, with great music, no cringe and always an afterparty”.
Where is it?
Locations vary depending on the event. Previous events have been hosted at east London haunts Bar Doña and The Mildmay Club
How much is it?
£30
When can I go?
Follow Pears Dating for upcoming events
Soulmate Social
Founder Breagha Campbell is a modern day cupid and individually matches those who sign up for Soulmate Social herself – not an algorithm in sight. After Campbell couples you up, you get sent your date’s number to arrange a location and time for your rendezvous. You plan this for the same night as the other singles, so you can all come together at a Soulmate Social party after your dates. According to a testimonial on the site, “everyone was fit”, so that’s also a bonus.
Where is it?
Locations vary depending on the events. Previous locations include: Bar 90, Bird House Brewery and Bush Hall
How much is it?
£15 fee that covers being matched and entry to the after party
When can I go?
Look out for the next event in May. Follow Soulmate Social for updates