Speed Dating Events

Find Your Perfect Match at Speed Dating Events

Welcome to MySpeedDate - the UK's premier speed dating events platform. We bring together singles for fun, exciting dating events across the country.

Upcoming Speed Dating Events

  • Friday Night Speed Dating - Over 40s

    Date: Friday, 3 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: The Cocktail Club West End, London

    Ages 40-55

    Introducing Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue in Central London designed for people in their 40s and 50s. You'll usually meet up to 20 people for dates lasting four minutes each at this unique venue a short stroll from Oxford Circus. Taking part in this event is the ultimate start to your weekend and you're sure to meet a lot of people. This location attracts a fun, crowd of people from across London, not just those working in the square mile. Join us and you’ll be amazed at how sociable Londoners can be and be left wondering why you never tried speed dating sooner. The next day, you'll find out who you mutually matched with on our website. Get in touch again via our private messaging system and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now - this event will sell out fast!

    Price: £22

  • Speed Dating in Oxford

    Date: Friday, 3 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: Raoul's, Oxford

    Ages 25-38

    Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Oxford. Expect to meet around 15-20 people throughout the evening for short dates lasting four minutes each. The perfect length of time to decide if you want to see someone again. After the event, you'll have access to our unique online matching system to find out who you've matched with and arrange that all-important next date. Our events attract a fun crowd and we hope you can join us too. We guarantee you'll meet people you want to see again at this event, but if you don't - your next event is free.

    Price: £20

  • Summer Singles Party - Birmingham

    Date: Friday, 3 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: BOX, Birmingham

    Ages 30-45

    The Summer of Love is upon us and we are back in Birmingham for a wonderful night of offline dating! Up to 80 people will join us for this ultimate singles night which features our fantastic lock & key icebreaker to ensure you meet a huge number of people, all in the beautiful surroundings of The Cocktail Club's Eden Bar!! The best bit? Everyone is single, a similar age and we ensure there's a good male/female ratio in the room. There will also be prizes to be won as you seek out the person holding the key that matches your lock (or vice versa). Each time you find a matching pair you'll be in with a chance to win one of our great prizes. And of course, you'll meet loads of people along the way at one of the city's top hotspots! Following the party... head over to our website the next day to view a list of everyone that attended. Select the people you like and our system will tell you who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our messenger and the rest is up to you. This party is the perfect place to meet people in the city this season. You just need your ticket! Book now, this will sell out!

    Price: £20

  • Friday Night Speed Dating

    Date: Friday, 3 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: The Anthologist (panel room), London

    Ages 30-45

    Introducing Friday night speed dating in The City. This is London's busiest weekly speed dating event. You'll usually meet up to 15-20 people for dates lasting four minutes each at the smartest venue in the area, only a short stroll from Bank station. Taking part in this event is the ultimate start to your weekend, and you're sure to meet a lot of people. This location attracts a fun crowd of people from across London, not just those working in the Square Mile. Join us, and you’ll be amazed at how sociable Londoners can be and wonder why you never tried speed dating sooner. The next day, you'll find out who you mutually matched with on our website. Get in touch again via our private messaging system, and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now—this event will sell out fast!

    Price: £20

  • Summer Singles Party - Edinburgh

    Date: Friday, 3 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: Brewhemia., Edinburgh

    Ages 30-45

    Summer is here and we changing things up with a BRAND NEW VENUE for a night of fun, laughs, great drinks and the chance of meeting someone special. We are happy to once again be giving you the chance to meet and network with up to 80 singles at the fantastic Brewhemia located in the heart of the city. To make the most of this stunning venue Brewhemia is keeping things fresh offering a variety of rooms so each time you visit you may get to explore another decadent part of this fantastic venue. With wristbands at the ready, we will also have our signature lock and key icebreaker on hand to encourage you to connect with as many singles as possible. We will also have some fabulous prizes and giveaways on the night! And that's not all! We are also excited to introduce something completely new - Original Dating's brand-new singles party experience: VibeChecker! Where you can choose to answer a series of fun, "Would You Rather" questions with each person you meet - live, face-to-face. And Vibechecker will instantly show if you vibe or not!  The clever part is based on science and Vibechecker keeps track of your answers, building a little picture of your personality as you go and you will be introduced to those most compatible by the end of the night. It's a lot of fun, a great icebreaker, and you'll end up meeting loads of people and sparking some brilliant conversations.   You can continue conversations to plan a date with singles post the event. Simply head to our website the following day to view a list of everyone that attended. Select the people you like and our system will tell you who you mutually matched with. Continue the conversations with your matches and get planning your date! Make this month a memorable one and book your ticket now! LIMITED AVAILABILTY!

    Price: £25

  • Summer Lock & Key Singles Party - Newcastle

    Date: Friday, 3 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: Manahatta, Newcastle

    Ages 30-45

    Love is in the air and we are back in Newcastle for a wonderful night of offline dating! Feel free to dress up and join us for this special night where you'll meet up to 80 other guests and take part in our ever popular lock & key icebreaker to ensure you meet a huge number of people. There will also be prizes to be won as you seek out the person holding the key that matches your lock (or vice versa). Each time you find a matching pair you'll be in with a chance to win one of our great prizes. And of course, you'll meet loads of people along the way. Following the party... head over to our website the next day to view a list of everyone that attended. Select the people you like and our system will tell you who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our messenger and the rest is up to you. Book now, this will sell out!

    Price: £20

  • Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

    Date: Saturday, 4 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: The Kings Arms, London

    Ages 30-45

    Join us and meet new people at our hugely popular Saturday night speed dating event in Central London. This event takes in the (rather lovely) Undercroft Bar at The Kings Arms in Fitzrovia sells out to capacity week after week. You’ll meet typically 15-20 people during this fun and friendly event. Each date lasts for just four minutes. The perfect length of time to decide if you’d like to see someone again and not too long if you don’t. It’s a simple and exciting way to meet a lot of other singles in one fun night. The next day you'll find out who you mutually matched with via our website. You'll get in touch again via our private messaging system and you'll be meeting again for real dates in no time. The venue is minutes from Oxford Circus Station, a great spot if you want to stay on for drinks or make a night of it. Don't delay, snap up your tickets today.

    Price: £22

  • Gay Speed Dating

    Date: Saturday, 4 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: Revolve - Yotel, London

    Ages 25-45

    *** FREE WELCOME COCKTAIL UPON ARRIVAL *** Introducing speed dating for gay men living in and around London. Original Dating knows the real magic takes place in person, so ditch the phones and meet people face-to-face. Expect the most sociable of nights out, packed full of fast introductions, each one lasting just four minutes. Our tried and tested speed dating formula makes meeting people easy and lots of fun. Expect to meet 15-20 guys during the speed dating rounds. Make your selections on our website, and the next day you’ll find out who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our private messaging system, and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now - this event will sell out fast!

    Price: £20

  • Pizza Lovers Speed Dating Cardiff

    Date: Tuesday, 7 July 2026

    Time: 18:30

    Location: The Cardiff Stable, Cardiff

    Ages 30-45

    Original Dating is excited to bring our speed dating events to Cardiff, a friendly, relaxed way to meet new people, spark genuine connections, and enjoy a memorable night out with pizza included. Over the course of the evening, you’ll meet around 15–20 other singles through a series of easy‑going four‑minute dates. It’s just enough time to sense a spark, share a laugh, and decide who you’d like to get to know better. Halfway through the event, we’ll pause for a short interval where you can enjoy a selection of pizza, mingle with other guests, and chat before the dates continue. After the event, our private online matching system allows you to choose who you’d like to see again. If the interest is mutual, we’ll connect you so you can plan that all‑important next date. Expect a warm, sociable atmosphere, a great mix of guests, delicious interval pizza, and professional hosting that keeps everything smooth, natural, and completely stress‑free. Come for the experience. Stay for the connections. You never know who you’ll meet.

    Price: £35

  • Speed Dating in Tooting

    Date: Tuesday, 7 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: The Wheatsheaf, London

    Ages 30-45

    Who said meeting new people had to be hard work, it's easy when you go Speed Dating in Tooting. At our brand new venue, The Wheatsheaf, you'll not only have a fun night out but you can expect to meet around 15 dates at this South London institution. With everything from real ales to an impressive wine list, you'll be spoilt for choice and lots of 4-minute dates won't leave you short of a match or two by the end of the night either. You'll have full access to our bespoke matching system the following day to make sure you can keep in touch with anyone you matched with. It really is the easiest way to meet people in person and you'll have a blast - book now!

    Price: £20

  • Speed Dating in Birmingham

    Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: Be At One - New Street, Birmingham

    Ages 40-55

    Original Dating is excited to be bringing their quality speed dating events in Birmingham for this summer and beyond in the fantastic surroundings of Be at One. You'll be joined by around 30 people for short dates, each lasting four minutes. Just long enough to decide if you want to see each person again. After the event, you'll have access to our online matching system, where you can find out who you've mutually matched with and get back in touch with the people you want to see again. We hope you can join us for our next speed dating event in Birmingham. We're confident you'll meet someone you'll want to see again, but if you don’t - your next event is free. Book now!

    Price: £20

  • Speed dating in Bristol

    Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2026

    Time: 18:30

    Location: Lost & Found, Bristol

    Ages 40-55

    Original Dating is excited to be continuing their quality speed dating events in Bristol for this new year and beyond in the fantastic surroundings of Lost & Found. You'll be joined by around 30 people for short dates, each lasting four minutes. Just long enough to decide if you want to see each person again. After the event, you'll have access to our online matching system, where you can find out who you've mutually matched with and get back in touch with the people you want to see again. We hope you can join us for our next speed dating event in Bristol. We're confident you'll meet someone you'll want to see again, but if you don’t - your next event is free. Book now!

    Price: £20

  • Speed Dating Harrogate

    Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2026

    Time: 18:30

    Location: The Barologist, London

    Ages 40-55

    Original Dating is excited to bring our signature speed dating events to Harrogate. If you’re looking to meet new people, enjoy a fantastic night out, and sip on expertly crafted cocktails, you’re in exactly the right place. Our vibrant events at The Barologist promise all that and more. The Barologist Harrogate is a stylish, lively cocktail bar that offers the perfect backdrop for a memorable and relaxed dating experience. Throughout the evening, you’ll take part in a series of four‑minute dates, just enough time to spark a connection, without any awkward lulls. There’s also plenty of opportunity to grab a drink and chat before and after the rotations. Once the event finishes, simply log in to our bespoke matching and messaging system to see who you’ve matched with and start planning those exciting second dates. Ready to meet lots of new people and enjoy a brilliant night out? Secure your ticket today!

    Price: £22

  • Speed Dating in Cambridge

    Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: The Lab, Cambridge

    Ages 25-38

    Original Dating is excited to be continuing their quality speed dating events back in Cambridge for this summer and beyond in the fantastic surroundings of The Lab. You'll be joined by around 30 people for short dates, each lasting four minutes. Just long enough to decide if you want to see each person again. After the event, you'll have access to our online matching system, where you can find out who you've mutually matched with and get back in touch with the people you want to see again. We hope you can join us for our next speed dating event in Cambridge. We're confident you'll meet someone you'll want to see again, but if you don’t - your next event is free. Book now!

    Price: £20

  • Leeds Speed Dating

    Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2026

    Time: 18:30

    Location: Banyan Bar & Kitchen, Leeds

    Ages 30-45

    Original Dating is thrilled to bring its signature speed dating events to Leeds, all set within the romantic atmosphere of Banyan. You’ll meet up to 20 other guests through a series of four‑minute mini-dates, just enough time to spark a connection and decide who you’d like to see again. Once the event wraps up, you’ll be able to log into our online matching system to discover your mutual matches and reconnect with anyone who caught your eye. We’d love to welcome you to our next Leeds event! Book your place today!

    Price: £22

  • Vegan & Vegetarian Speed Dating

    Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: 3 Locks, London

    Ages 30-45

    The food choices we make say a lot about us. By bringing vegans and veggies together at this special dating event we know that everyone shares something in common and that's a great place to start with dating. At worst, a great conversation starter and at best, your dietary preferences could bring someone special into your life! You'll meet around 15 members of the opposite sex for dates lasting 4 minutes. There's plenty of time for drinks and there's a break halfway through. After the event, you'll have access to our unique online matching system to find out who you've matched with. Simply use our messenger to get back in touch with your mutual matches. Meet other like-minded Londoners. Book now, tickets tend to sell out fast!

    Price: £18

  • Speed dating Milton Keynes

    Date: Thursday, 9 July 2026

    Time: 18:30

    Location: Slug and Lettuce, Milton Keynes

    Ages 30-45

    Original Dating is thrilled to bring our speed‑dating events to Milton Keynes. A fun, easy going way to meet new people, spark genuine chemistry, and enjoy a night out that feels anything but ordinary. Over a series of relaxed four‑minute mini‑dates, you’ll chat with around 15 to 20 other singles. It’s the perfect amount of time to sense a spark, share a laugh, and decide whether you’d like to keep the conversation going afterward. Once the event wraps up, our secure online matching system lets you choose who you’d like to see again. If the feeling’s mutual, we’ll connect you both so you can plan that all‑important next date. Expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere, a great mix of guests, and a professionally hosted evening designed to make meeting people feel natural, enjoyable, and completely stress‑free. Come for the experience. Stay for the connections. You never know who you might meet.

    Price: £22

  • Speed Dating Swansea

    Date: Thursday, 9 July 2026

    Time: 18:30

    Location: Peppermint Bar, Sheffield

    Ages 30-45

    Original Dating is delighted to continue hosting our popular speed dating events in Swansea this new year and beyond, set in the lively surroundings of Peppermint Bar. On the night, you’ll meet around 20 like‑minded singles during a series of relaxed four‑minute dates, just the right amount of time to decide who you’d like to see again. After the event, you’ll be able to log into our online matching system to view your mutual matches and reconnect with anyone who caught your interest. We’d love for you to join us at our next Swansea speed dating event. Book now to secure your place!

    Price: £22

  • Speed Dating in Maidstone

    Date: Thursday, 9 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: Mu Mu, Maidstone

    Ages 30-45

    Original Dating is proud to bring you Speed Dating Maidstone at the unique Mu Mu Experience. You'll meet around 15-20 eligible singles from Maidstone and Kent, for a fun night of short 4 minute dates. Speed dating is a great way to meet a lot of like minded people in one night. It's a fun evening of chatting and getting to know one another over a few drinks. With lots of short introductions, it's simple to find out whether you'd like to see your date again. After the event you'll be able to access our bespoke matching and messaging system. Simply enter who you would like to see again and by the end of the following day you'll find out who you've mutually matched with. This is Maidstone's best speed dating event and your chance to meet a ton of people in one fun night. Book now!

    Price: £20

  • Speed Dating in Clapham

    Date: Thursday, 9 July 2026

    Time: 18:00

    Location: Hannah Battersea, London

    Ages 30-45

    You’re not asking for much. You want to meet someone cool, fun, and nice. We might just be able to help. Join us and around 30 others for a night of South West London’s finest speed dating at Hannah Battersea. This event is designed for people in their 30s and 40s and attracts singletons from across the area. You'll find out who you mutually matched with on our website the next day. Get in touch with your matches the next day, and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now.

    Price: £20

Browse our full list of events and book your place today!