Speed Dating in London

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30 upcoming events in London

Upcoming Speed Dating Events in London

• Lesbian Speed Dating

  Date: Saturday, 14 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: REVOLVE - YOTEL, London

  Ages 25-45

  *** FREE WELCOME COCKTAIL UPON ARRIVAL *** Introducing speed dating for lesbian living in or around London. 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

• Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

  Date: Saturday, 14 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  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

• Speed Dating in Clapham

  Date: Thursday, 19 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: Sugar Cane, London

  Ages 25-38

  You’re not asking for much. You just 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 Sugar Cane. This event is designed for people in their 20s and 30s and attracts singletons from across the area. The next day you'll find out who you mutually matched with at our website. Get in touch with your matches the next day and you'll be meeting for real dates in no time. Sign up now.

  Price: £18

• Over 50s Friday Night Speed Dating

  Date: Friday, 20 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: Leaf and Cane Bar, London

  Ages 50-65

  Introducing Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue, designed for people in their 50s and 60s. You'll usually meet up to 20 people for dates lasting four minutes each at this unique venue a short stroll from Blackfriars. 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 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: £25

• Friday Night Speed Dating

  Date: Friday, 20 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: The Happenstance (Lounge Bar), 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 St Paul's 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

• Gay Speed Dating

  Date: Saturday, 21 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  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

• Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

  Date: Saturday, 21 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  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

• Chemistry - Over 40s Singles Party

  Date: Saturday, 21 March 2026

  Time: 19:30

  Location: The Happenstance (Lounge Bar), London

  Ages 40-55

  Join us for our very popular monthly over-forties party in The City, Chemistry. You’ll meet other singles over drinks. Aided and abetted by our effective icebreakers that always kick the evening into gear fast. There are no terrible corporate awayday games, but we use icebreakers to ensure everyone gets to meet and speak to as many people as possible. They really work well. Hosted in the gorgeous Happenstance (Lounge Bar) you'll be well looked after throughout the night. After the event, simply head to our website to the profiles of everyone who attended. Select the people you liked, and our system will tell you who you mutually matched with shortly afterwards. Continue the conversations with your matches and get planning your next date. It's a great way to connect whilst keeping your contact information private. Chemistry is the perfect event to expand your social circle and meet likeminded people in London. Tickets are limited and all previous events have sold out. Book your ticket now. You’ll be in for a great night out.

  Price: £25

• Speed Dating in Islington

  Date: Thursday, 26 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: The Brougham, London

  Ages 25-38

  If you're looking to meet someone new in Islington, you've come to the right place. Our north London Speed dating events attract people from across the area every time. Expect to meet around 10-15 people for snappy four-minute, face to face dates. The perfect length of time to know if you've got a spark. The next day you’ll find out who you matched with via our unique matching tech. Use our messenger and you’ll be going on real dates before you know it. Book now!

  Price: £18

• Friday Night Speed Dating

  Date: Friday, 27 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  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

• Friday Night Speed Dating in Soho - 20s & 30s event

  Date: Friday, 27 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: BrewDog Soho, London

  Ages 25-38

  Introducing Friday night speed dating at our brand new venue in Soho designed for people in their 20s and 30s. 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 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

• Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

  Date: Saturday, 28 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  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

• Over 50s Speed Dating Night

  Date: Saturday, 28 March 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: REVOLVE - Yotel, London

  Ages 50-65

  Saturday nights are made for speed dating, and this event is one of London's busiest. Expect to meet 12-25 people for dates lasting four minutes. We've found this to be the perfect length of time to decide if you’d like to see someone again and - crucially - not too long if you don’t! Expect a night of fun, friendly introductions over drinks. Attend on your own or with friends - it's a great night either way. The next day, you'll find out who you matched with via our website. Get in contact with matches via our messaging system, and you'll be meeting again for real dates in no time. Our venue, Yotel London City, is moments from Farringdon Station (Elizabeth Line). It’s a great spot if you want to make a night of it as the bars and clubs of Central London are close at hand.

  Price: £22

• Gay Speed Dating

  Date: Wednesday, 1 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Village Soho, London

  Ages 25-45

  Discover our brand-new gay speed dating nights at the legendary Village Soho, the perfect place to meet real people in the heart of London’s LGBTQ+ scene. Forget scrolling and swiping. This is your chance to connect face to face in a lively and welcoming atmosphere where conversations actually flow. Throughout the evening, you will rotate through a series of quick-fire mini dates, meeting around 10 to 15 guys in total. The pace is fun, relaxed, and designed to help you feel at ease from the start. After the event, log in to our website to select who you would like to see again. The next day, you will receive your mutual matches and can start chatting privately right away. Spaces are limited, and our Village Soho launch events are expected to fill up quickly. Book your place now.

  Price: £20

• Speed Dating in Clapham

  Date: Thursday, 2 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Sugar Cane, 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 Sugar Cane. 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

• Friday Night Speed Dating

  Date: Friday, 3 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Happenstance (Lounge Bar), 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 St Paul's 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

• Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

  Date: Saturday, 4 April 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

• Lesbian Speed Dating

  Date: Saturday, 4 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: REVOLVE - YOTEL, London

  Ages 25-45

  *** FREE WELCOME COCKTAIL UPON ARRIVAL *** Introducing speed dating for lesbian living in or around London. 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 Tooting

  Date: Wednesday, 8 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Wheatsheaf, London

  Ages 40-55

  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: £22

• Friday Night Speed Dating

  Date: Friday, 10 April 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

• Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

  Date: Saturday, 11 April 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

• THE SPRING FLING - LOCK & KEY PARTY

  Date: Saturday, 11 April 2026

  Time: 19:00

  Location: The Refinery, London

  Ages 30-45

  Over 250+ people will join us for this super sociable Spring party in the heart of London. Featuring our fantastic lock & key icebreaker and a totally equal male to female ratio you are sure to meet and speak to a huge number of people and have a fab night out. The best bit? Everyone is single, a similar age and there to meet people in the spacious surroundings of the Happenstance. There's prizes to be won as you seek out the person with the key that matches your lock (or vice versa). Work the room, meet people, try your locks and key and when you find a matching pair you could be in for a prize. It's hilarious and a lot of fun. The fun doesn't stop here. Following the lock & key icebreaker, we'll be setting the mood with a live DJ and plenty of opportunities to dance the night away. Post event, simply choose the people you liked and our matching system will tell you who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our messenger and the rest is up to you. This really is the perfect place to meet people this Spring. You just need your ticket! Book now, we will sell out fast.

  Price: £20

• THE SPRING FLING - LOCK & KEY PARTY - PLUS PRE-PARTY SPEED DATING

  Date: Saturday, 11 April 2026

  Time: 17:45

  Location: The Refinery, London

  Ages 30-45

  *** THIS TICKET INCLUDES A PRE-PARTY SPEED DATING EVENT PLUS LOCK & KEY PARTY ENTRY *** PARTY-ONLY TICKETS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE FOR £25 ABOUT THE PRE-PARTY SPEED DATING Over 200 people join us for our lock and key parties, but time after time we’re asked to incorporate speed dating into the night and this time we’re doing just that. This ticket includes all the potential that a 200+ person lock and key party brings but with it an added hour-long speed dating event before the main party starts. Please note, party-only tickets are also available. Party tickets with speed dating are strictly limited. You’ll arrive at the venue ahead of the main start time. We’ll whisk you around 15 or so seated 4-minute dates to break the ice, face to face. As the speed dating ends, you’ll seamlessly join the lock and key party, but of course, you’ll have had a head start, and who knows, you may have already met someone you want to get to know much better. ABOUT THE LOCK & KEY PARTY Over 250+ people will join us for this super sociable Spring party in the heart of London. Featuring our fantastic lock & key icebreaker and a totally equal male-to-female ratio you are sure to meet and speak to a huge number of people and have a fab night out. The best bit? Everyone is single, similar age and there to meet people in the spacious surroundings of The Happenstance. There are prizes to be won as you seek out the person with the key that matches your lock (or vice versa). Work the room, meet people, try your locks and key and when you find a matching pair you could be in for a prize. It's hilarious and a lot of fun. The fun doesn't stop here. Following the lock & key icebreaker, we'll be setting the mood with a live DJ and plenty of opportunities to dance the night away. Post-event, simply choose the people you liked and our matching system will tell you who you mutually matched with. Get in touch again via our messenger and the rest is up to you. This really is the perfect place to meet people this Spring. You just need your ticket! Book now, we will sell out fast.

  Price: £26

• Gay Speed Dating

  Date: Saturday, 11 April 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

• Vegan & Vegetarian Speed Dating

  Date: Wednesday, 15 April 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 in Clapham

  Date: Thursday, 16 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: Sugar Cane, 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 Sugar Cane. 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

• Friday Night Speed Dating

  Date: Friday, 17 April 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

• Over 40s Speed Dating Night

  Date: Saturday, 18 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: REVOLVE - Yotel, London

  Ages 40-55

  Saturday nights are made for speed dating, and this event is one of London's busiest. Expect to meet 12-25 people for dates lasting four minutes. We've found this to be the perfect length of time to decide if you’d like to see someone again and - crucially - not too long if you don’t! Expect a night of fun, friendly introductions over drinks. Attend on your own or with friends - it's a great night either way. The next day, you'll find out who you matched with via our website. Get in contact with matches via our messaging system, and you'll be meeting again for real dates in no time. Our venue, Yotel London City, is moments from Farringdon Station (Elizabeth Line). It’s a great spot if you want to make a night of it, as the bars and clubs of Central London are close at hand.

  Price: £22

• Saturday Night Speed Dating - 30s & 40s

  Date: Saturday, 18 April 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

• Speed Dating in Richmond

  Date: Thursday, 23 April 2026

  Time: 18:00

  Location: The Bootlegger, London

  Ages 30-45

  We’re excited to bring a brand new speed dating event to Richmond at Bootlegger! This fun and friendly evening is designed to help you meet other singles in a relaxed, social atmosphere. During the event, you’ll meet around 15–20 people, with each date lasting just four minutes—long enough to spark a connection, short enough to keep the energy high. It’s a simple, exciting way to see if sparks fly with someone new. The next day, you’ll find out who you mutually matched with via our website. From there, you can reconnect through our private messaging system and arrange your real-life dates in no time. Bootlegger is centrally located in Richmond, making it a great spot to stay for drinks or enjoy the evening out. As a brand new addition to our program, spaces are limited, so grab your tickets today and be among the first to experience Richmond Speed Dating!

  Price: £22