Fri, 30 May 🕑 2hrs
Brisbane Speed Dating Event 30-55yrs
Join our Brisbane Speed Dating Event for ages 30-55 years on May 30, 2025, at The Fourth Monkey Cocktail Bar & Grill. Meet new people and find your match with 12 fast blind dates at our singles party! Tickets from $29.90, don’t miss out!
Organiser
Hosted by Speed Dating Social 💙
Over 787 events & 37,423 attendees
Date and time
- Fri, 30 May 2025 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM AEST
Location
The Fourth Monkey Cocktail Bar & Grill
58 Mollison St, South Brisbane QLD 4101
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What is Speed Dating?
Simply Turn Up…
I’ll break the ice for you 🧊
So you can easily chat one on one
& use conversation cards if needed
Ladies Sit & Men Rotate
Be Greeted by Friendly Hosts
And Introduced to Each Date
Most Come Alone, or Invite Friends
That’s 12 Fun Mini Dates
Enjoy your privacy, I booked us the bar
There’s plenty of extra mingle time
Select Whoever You Like
Anonymously Tick Anyone You Fancy
So there’s no fear of rejection
94% get matches the next day ✅
With Equally Booked Ratios
There’s plenty of people to meet
30-40 attendees at each event!
Most book early, so don’t miss out
30-55yrs Speed Dating Social 💙
(+/- 2 years is okay) 🥂
7:30pm Friday 30th May, The Fourth Monkey Cocktail Bar
58 Mollison St, South Brisbane QLD 4101
2hrs of fun chats, and extra mingle time
I Get It,
But what have you got to lose?
Why Not Take a Chance?
The only way is to try
Every night you’ll meet 15 singles
Eventually you will find someone
And If It’s Your First Time
We’re all in the same boat ⛵
Just turn up, I’ll find you a seat
Every 5mins I rotate everyone
You Simply Enjoy Fun Chats
Many have already found love
Tick ‘yes’ whenever you like someone
Get your matches the next day ❤️
Google Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Even if you’re new to the game,
You’ll get better at meeting people
Always Heaps of Attendees ✅
Each Week I Spend Thousands on Ads
And always book equal ratios 50:50
So there’s plenty of people to meet ✔
Whatever You’re Looking For
They’re Only One 5min Chat Away
Book now & find your someone today
Success Stories 💑
Many have already found love ❤️
“When I went to my first speed dating event, I had zero expectations
You may not find someone the first time or the 10th time, but at least these guys take the trouble to show up and put their best foot forward. They are making the effort which is more than I can say for some people on online dating sites – and that’s not even counting the sleazeballs.
– a happy attendee”
“I would like to let you know that last month,
“I just wanted to let you know…
So thank you for all the effort in putting these events together… don’t worry about giving me a refund on the ticket, maybe you can give that to someone that rocks up on the night without a ticket as I know how hard They are to get. thanks so much again.”
How It Works
Try To Arrive On Time ✅
But if you’re a little late, that’s okay
There’s time to mingle & grab a drink
You’ll be greeted and shown your seat
Get Matches on Your Phone
On arrival, scan our QR Code
See all attendees on your phone
Simply tick ‘yes’ on whoever you like
We Organise It For You
The hosts will get you settled
And rotate you every 5mins
Simply enjoy fun 5min chats
Matches are sent after the event
Past Event Photos 📸
Event Details
Speed dating cuts through the digital noise to offer that rare commodity in modern dating: genuine face-to-face connection with potential matches in your 30-55 age bracket, all squeezed into one entertaining evening at The Fourth Monkey Cocktail Bar & Grill 58 Mollison St, South Brisbane QLD 4101. Being single in Brisbane can feel paradoxical – a city buzzing with life and events, yet somehow making meaningful connections remains elusive between the work grind and weekend adventures. Our venue sits just a 7-minute walk from South Brisbane train station, with the 192 and 196 buses stopping practically at the door, making it accessible no matter where you’re coming from. Dress to impress but keep it relaxed – gents, a nice button-up and chinos works perfectly (grab something from the boutiques at South Bank if you need a last-minute upgrade), while ladies often opt for a cute dress or stylish top and jeans (Queen Street Mall has endless options just a short CityCat ride away). We see plenty of attendees coming from neighboring West End, bringing their artsy, laid-back vibe, and Kangaroo Point locals who typically arrive with fascinating stories of adventure and outdoor pursuits – creating a delightful mix of personalities that makes Brisbane’s dating scene so uniquely vibrant.
How It Works
The speed dating format we’ve perfected takes all the guesswork out of the evening – you’ll arrive, be warmly welcomed by our host, receive your name tag and access to our cutting-edge Matching App 4.0, then ladies take their seats at cozy tables while gentlemen rotate when the bell chimes every five minutes. From 7-9pm, you’ll enjoy 12 five-minute dates, each table equipped with conversation starter cards for those moments when words might temporarily escape you (though after the first couple of rounds, most find their confidence soaring). We break at 8pm for a refreshing intermission – the perfect time to catch your breath, grab another drink, and perhaps continue a conversation with someone who sparked your interest. The magic happens after the event – rather than awkward number exchanges, you’ll simply mark your connections in the app, and at 8am the next morning, you’ll receive contact details of those who matched with you (goodbye rejection anxiety, hello genuine mutual interest). With exactly 40 attendees (20 men, 20 women) and our strictly maintained equal ratio, everyone gets the same opportunities to connect – a welcome change from dating apps where you might get lost in the algorithm or face wildly imbalanced gender ratios.
Who You’ll Meet
The [30-55] crowd at our Brisbane events represents the city’s vibrant diversity – professionals from the CBD’s corporate towers, creative entrepreneurs from West End’s artistic enclave, healthcare workers from the nearby hospitals, and educators from Queensland’s universities. Many are homeowners or established professionals who’ve built rewarding careers and rich lives but find that Brisbane’s traditionally neighborhood-centric social scenes don’t naturally facilitate meeting potential partners outside their established circles. The dating challenges in Brisbane at this age often revolve around the city’s spread-out nature – with suburbs functioning like mini-communities, crossing these invisible boundaries can be tougher than crossing the actual bridges spanning the Brisbane River. Success at our events often comes to those who approach each conversation with genuine curiosity rather than treating it like a job interview – ask about favorite local spots, weekend activities, or their take on Brisbane’s evolving food scene rather than launching straight into career interrogations. If you make a connection, suggest a follow-up date at South Bank Parklands – its riverside location offers everything from casual coffee walks to romantic restaurant options, giving you flexibility to match the second date vibe to your comfort level.
Your Host
Speed Dating Social was founded by Darcy Todd in 2020 after experiencing firsthand how the pandemic transformed dating landscapes across Australia, and we’ve since hosted 787 events and successfully introduced 37,423 singles nationwide. Our equal ratio booking policy ensures a balanced room (which is why some events sell out for one gender earlier) – tickets are priced at $29.90 for early birds who know a good opportunity when they see it, and $34.90 for last-release tickets for the fashionably late decision-makers (no refunds, but we do allow transfers to friends or future events if life gets in the way). Still on the fence about taking the plunge? Reach out to our friendly team at matches@speeddatingsocial.com who can answer any questions and perhaps offer that gentle nudge of encouragement that every single person (even the seemingly most confident ones) sometimes needs before diving into something new.
The Venue
The Fourth Monkey Cocktail Bar & Grill itself deserves special mention – this stylish venue opened in 2018 under the ownership of Brisbane hospitality veterans the Rodriguez family, who transformed the historic building (once a 1920s mercantile warehouse) into an atmospheric space that balances industrial chic with warm comfort. The private mezzanine level where we host our events offers the perfect combination of intimate seating arrangements with Brisbane River glimpses through its original arched windows. Their signature “Monkey Business” espresso martini with a hint of banana liqueur has become the unofficial liquid courage of choice among our speed daters (though we recommend pacing yourself to maintain that sparkling conversation). What makes speed dating at this particular venue special is the way the ambient lighting and acoustic design create little bubbles of connection despite being in a room full of people – conversations feel surprisingly private and focused. During your dates, you might want to strike up a conversation about the nearby Gallery of Modern Art – discussing favorite exhibitions can reveal fascinating insights about someone’s perspective on life, and suggesting a GOMA visit for your second date creates an experience filled with conversation starters, people-watching opportunities, and the chance to show off your cultural side as you wander through Queensland’s premier contemporary art space.
Book Tickets
Early Bird Tickets from $29.90 AUD
Early Bird Tickets are cheaper to reward those who book early.
Last Release Tickets from $34.90 AUD
Last Release are the Final tickets available for this event.
Please note: there’s no refunds
Frequently Asked Questions
Please, I drain my bank account to spend an eye watering amount on weekly ads, there’s always plenty of people
We don’t cancel events, check our Instagram @speeddatingsocials our events are epic, full, fun and pumping. We bring it each and every time
As mentioned in the description, there’s a 2 year tolerance either side of the age bracket. That’s +/- 2 years is okay
Of course, we always book equal 50:50 ratios. That’s why there’s a limited amount of both Male/Female tickets
Email us at matches@speeddatingsocial.com
To look after people, there’s no refunds – refund policy
If you give us minimum 7 days warning before an event, by our email matches@speeddatingsocial.com (not social media comments or DM requests) and if it’s agreed upon, then we can transfer your ticket to another posted event (not an untimed credit) of the same age range.
Yes, if you can’t make it you can transfer your ticket to a friend, providing they are the same gender and age range that you booked for.
On the night simply scan into our QR Code to access our Matching App 4.0. From there just enter that nights Event Code, your starting table number, mobile number, name and email. From there you’ll be texted and emailed a joining link. Click that link – you’ll then be able to see/ select anyone you like directly though your phone.
All matches are sent at 8am the following day. Even if you don’t select someone, you’ll still receive their contact their details if they selected you
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