Speed Dating in Edinburgh

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19 upcoming events in Edinburgh

Upcoming Speed Dating Events in Edinburgh

• Lesbian Speed Dating Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 19 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: MANAHATTA Edinburgh, Edinburgh

  Ages 25-45

  Introducing speed dating for Lesbian women living in or around Edinburgh. We all know the real magic takes place in person, so ditch the phones and meet face-to-face. Expect the most sociable of nights 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 somewhere between 10-15 people at this event. 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.

  Price: £20

• Gay Speed Dating Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 26 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: Manahatta Edinburgh, Edinburgh

  Ages 25-45

  Introducing speed dating for gay men living in and around Edinburgh. Original Dating knows the real magic takes place in person, so ditch the phones and meet people face-to-face. Enjoy the most sociable of nights out led by the best host in the business. Expect fast, fun introductions - each one lasting just four minutes. Our tried and tested speed dating formula makes meeting people easy and lots of fun. We aim to introduce you to 15 (or so) 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 and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now - this event will sell out fast!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 2 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 25-38

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that, and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out book now!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 9 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out book now!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 16 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 40-55

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event, you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out, book now!

  Price: £25

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 23 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out book now!

  Price: £20

• Spring Singles Party - Edinburgh

  Date: Friday, 24 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: MANAHATTA EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 30-45

  Welcome to the ultimate Spring Singles Party! Following the success of our previous parties in 2025, we are happy to once again be giving you the chance to meet and network with up to 80 singles this Spring in a fantastic, New York inspired venue located in the heart of the city. As well as the stunning venue, music and bar, 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 fo 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: £20

• Lesbian Speed Dating Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 30 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: MANAHATTA Edinburgh, Edinburgh

  Ages 25-45

  Introducing speed dating for Lesbian women living in or around Edinburgh. We all know the real magic takes place in person, so ditch the phones and meet face-to-face. Expect the most sociable of nights 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 somewhere between 10-15 people at this event. 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.

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 7 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out book now!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 25-38

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that, and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out book now!

  Price: £20

• Gay Speed Dating Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 21 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta Edinburgh, Edinburgh

  Ages 25-45

  Introducing speed dating for gay men living in and around Edinburgh. Original Dating knows the real magic takes place in person, so ditch the phones and meet people face-to-face. Enjoy the most sociable of nights out led by the best host in the business. Expect fast, fun introductions - each one lasting just four minutes. Our tried and tested speed dating formula makes meeting people easy and lots of fun. We aim to introduce you to 15 (or so) 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 and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now - this event will sell out fast!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 40-55

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event, you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out, book now!

  Price: £25

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 4 June 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out book now!

  Price: £20

• Lesbian Speed Dating Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 11 June 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: MANAHATTA Edinburgh, Edinburgh

  Ages 25-45

  Introducing speed dating for Lesbian women living in or around Edinburgh. We all know the real magic takes place in person, so ditch the phones and meet face-to-face. Expect the most sociable of nights 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 somewhere between 10-15 people at this event. 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.

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 18 June 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 30-45

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out book now!

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Edinburgh

  Date: Thursday, 25 June 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Manahatta EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 25-38

  Original Dating is proud to bring our unique brand of speed dating to Edinburgh. If you're looking to meet new people on a fun night out and enjoy the best cocktails in town, then you've come to the right place! Our lively speed dating events at Manahatta deliver exactly that, and we've hired the private downstairs room with it's own bar. This trendy establishment is not your run of the mill venue and provides our events with an incredible dating experience, with a huge range of handcrafted cocktails. You'll have the chance to meet a lot of people for short 4 minute dates, which is the perfect amount of time. There's also plenty of time before, during and after for a wee drink and a mingle. After the event you'll have access to our bespoke matching and messaging system where you'll be able to stay in touch with anyone you matched with and be lining up those dates before you know it. If you want to meet loads of new people and have a cracking night out book now!

  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: £20

• Autumn Singles Party - Edinburgh

  Date: Friday, 25 September 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: MANAHATTA EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 30-45

  Welcome to the ultimate Autumn Singles Party! Following the success of our previous parties in 2025, we are happy to once again be giving you the chance to meet and network with up to 80 singles this Spring in a fantastic, New York inspired venue located in the heart of the city.  As well as the stunning venue, music and  bar, 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 fo 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: £20

• Christmas Singles Party - Edinburgh

  Date: Friday, 20 November 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: MANAHATTA EDINBURGH, Edinburgh

  Ages 30-45

  The Festive season is here and we are back at Manahatta 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 in a fantastic, lively venue located in the centre of the city. As well as the stunning venue and music to vibe to, 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!   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: £20