Sat, 19 April 🕑 2hrs
Melbourne Speed Dating Event 32-55yrs
Join our Melbourne Speed Dating Event for ages 32-55 years on April 19, 2025, at Diesel Bar & Eatery. 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
- Sat, 19 April 2025 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM AEST
Location
Diesel Bar & Eatery
202 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
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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
32-55yrs Speed Dating Social 💙
(+/- 2 years is okay) 🥂
5pm Saturday 19 April, Diesel Bar
202 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
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 is like the perfect middle ground between endlessly swiping right and being set up by your well-meaning but clueless aunt – you get to meet multiple potential matches face-to-face in one evening without the pressure of a blind date. If you’re between 32-55 and tired of navigating Melbourne’s notoriously fickle dating scene (where everyone’s either married, married to their career, or just married to the idea of staying home with their cat), this event at Diesel Bar (202 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000) might just change your luck. Getting there couldn’t be easier – jump on the 86 or 96 tram to Parliament Station, or take a short stroll from Melbourne Central Station if you’re coming by train. For outfit inspiration, think smart casual that shows your personality – ladies might find something perfect at Witchery in Emporium, while guys can’t go wrong with a quick visit to Country Road on Bourke Street. Whether you’re commuting from trendy Fitzroy (where you’ve probably developed impossibly high standards for coffee and craft beer) or making the journey from family-friendly Kew (where you’re constantly reminded of your single status by the parade of happy families), you’ll find yourself among kindred spirits looking for genuine connection.
How It Works
The evening unfolds like a well-choreographed dance – arrive at 7pm to collect your name badge and orientation packet, grab a drink to calm those first-date jitters, and prepare for the dating carousel to begin at 7:15pm sharp. Ladies stay seated at numbered tables while gentlemen rotate every five minutes when the bell rings (a system that prevents the chaos of everyone wandering aimlessly looking for their next date). You’ll have 12 bite-sized dates throughout the evening, with a strategic intermission at 8pm where you can catch your breath, refill your glass, and perhaps circle back to someone who caught your eye. The magic happens through our Matching App 4.0 – simply mark ‘yes’ to those you’d like to know better, and by 8am tomorrow, you’ll receive contact details for your mutual matches (no awkward rejections, just positive connections). Conversation cards with prompts like “What’s your idea of a perfect Sunday?” help banish those uncomfortable silences, creating a natural flow that dating apps with their stilted “hey, how’s it going?” openers simply can’t match. With exactly 20 men and 20 women attending (we’re sticklers for balance), you’re guaranteed a full dance card of potential connections, unlike those apps where the gender ratio can be as skewed as Melbourne’s housing market.
Who You’ll Meet
The 32-55 crowd at our events tends to bring a refreshing authenticity to the table – these are professionals who’ve established careers, developed their interests, and know themselves well enough to know what they’re looking for. Many are balancing demanding jobs in Melbourne’s CBD with active social lives, perhaps navigating the post-divorce dating landscape, or simply tired of being the lone singleton at dinner parties where everyone else seems to have paired off like they’re boarding Noah’s ark. The dating challenges for this age group in Melbourne are unique – between career commitments, existing friend circles that rarely introduce new faces, and the coffee culture that has everyone staring at laptops rather than making eye contact with attractive strangers, making meaningful connections can feel harder than finding parking in Brunswick Street. The key to speed dating success? Listen more than you speak, ask thoughtful follow-up questions, and remember that genuine curiosity about another person is more attractive than trying to impress them with your resume. If you hit it off with someone, suggest a second date at the NGV’s latest exhibition – it’s the perfect mix of culture and conversation opportunities without the pressure of a dinner date.
Your Host
Speed Dating Social, founded by Darcy Todd in 2020, has successfully hosted over 787 events, introducing more than 37,423 singles. We pride ourselves on maintaining equal ratios of men and women at every event, ensuring a balanced and enjoyable experience for all.
Tickets are affordably priced at $29.90 for early birds and $34.90 for last-minute decisions. Please note that we don’t offer refunds within 30 days of an event to maintain fairness for all attendees. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to our team at matches@speeddatingsocial.com.
The Venue
Diesel Bar offers the perfect backdrop for meeting potential partners – with its exposed brick walls, ambient lighting, and mix of comfortable booth seating and high tables that create intimate conversation spaces without feeling cramped. Located at 202 Little Lonsdale St in the heart of Melbourne, this renovated warehouse space has been a fixture of Melbourne’s nightlife since 2008 and is now owned by hospitality veterans Michael and Sarah Chen, who’ve created a venue that strikes the perfect balance between sophisticated and relaxed. The mezzanine level where we host our events provides just enough privacy from the main bar area while maintaining the energetic atmosphere that makes first meetings feel less like interviews and more like happy accidents. When it’s your turn at the bar, try their signature “Match Maker” cocktail – a playful blend of gin, elderflower, passionfruit, and a hint of chili that’s both sweet and surprising, much like the connections you might make throughout the evening. The central location means you’re perfectly positioned for a post-event stroll through Melbourne’s atmospheric laneways – mention Hosier Lane’s ever-changing street art to someone you’re interested in, and you’ve got a ready-made excuse for that second date exploring Melbourne’s urban art scene together.
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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