What we’re about
Hello, we’re It’s a Date — Manchester’s go-to singles parties and dating events crew.
We’re professional icebreakers, breathing fresh life into the city’s dating scene with feel-good events, buzzing venues, and hosts who know how to spark great vibes.
From our own adventures (and those of our single friends), we learned there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to love. So, we reimagined dating nights — designing events where you can show up as yourself, have fun, and meet people who are genuinely on your wavelength.
Picture it: a trendy venue, a room full of outgoing single guests, and our lively hosts to provide the social glue. Suddenly, meeting the one doesn’t feel like a chore — it feels like a party.
Our mission? Simple: to bring people together with fresh, feel-good events that make dating exciting again.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Speed Dating in Manchester | Ages 30 to 45Side Street, Greater Manchester
BOOK YOUR TICKET 👉🏼 HERE.
Meet a social bunch of single guests as you enjoy 5-minute dates with 15 potential matches during this super-popular, fun, and fast-paced Thursday evening of introductions.
As you make your way through Side Store and up the stairs past Side Bar, you’ll come to a door that opens into a secret space—a den of antiquity where music plays and people gather to make cool, casual connections in a super-chic setting. Inside, your It’s a Date host provides the social glue as you’re introduced to 30 single guests for a relaxed night of fun, friendly, and informal introductions.
Our host will be at the venue ready to welcome you from 19:30. Please arrive on time for registration, to grab a drink from the bar, and to receive a quick overview of how the evening will run. You’ll also be given an optional name sticker, a pen, and a note card to keep track of everyone you meet.
Ladies will be seated at tables that are comfortably spaced, discreetly numbered, and arranged in a relaxed area of the venue. Once speed dating begins, gents will join ladies for 5-minute dates. Your host will signal the end of each round, prompting gents to move to the next table in ascending order.
Between rotations, you’ll have a moment to jot down your impressions of the previous date and note whether you’d like to reconnect later. These cards are for your reference only.
Midway through the evening, your host will announce a 15-minute comfort break, giving you time to use the restroom, refresh your drink, or mingle with new connections. Dating will then resume for the second half of the event.
At the end of the evening, the bar will remain open for further socialising. Afterwards, you can log in to your dashboard to record feedback on your dates and see your matches.
If you have any questions about the event or how things will work, please contact James at 07517 065 492 or via email at james@itsadate.club.
- Coffee Club Dating in Manchester | Ages 30 to 45Campfield House, Greater Manchester
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Campfield House is a cool, contemporary, and creative space—perfect for sparking new connections over a cup of your favourite brew. Which is just as well, as it’s the setting for Manchester’s newest (and best, in our opinion) way to meet single guests. This wholesome get-together takes place in the atrium mezzanine bar, where you’ll enjoy a complimentary coffee (or tea) and introductions to 30 attendees who, like you, are looking to make meaningful connections.
Whether you’re an espresso enthusiast, a matcha man, or the queen of chamomile, your first cup’s on us at this event full of warm introductions and laid-back laughs. And if you’re feeling a little chai, don’t worry — our host will be on hand to help everyone feel at ease and enjoy a great morning.
You’ll be welcomed at 10:00, shown where to collect your complimentary cuppa, and given an optional name sticker, a pen, and a note card to track each of your dates. Our host will then give a quick introduction to explain how the event will unfold.
The set-up is simple: ladies will be seated at numbered tables, and when dating begins, gents will rotate every five minutes for a fresh new ‘shot’ at romance. Your host will guide each changeover to ensure everyone meets all attendees over the course of the morning.
About halfway through, there will be a 15-minute break — perfect for stretching your legs, topping up your drink, or chatting with fellow guests you haven’t yet met. After that, we’ll jump right back into the second round of dates.
Once the final date wraps up, the barista’s will still be on hand for another cup — or why not take a stroll around the St. John’s neighbourhood with your newfound connections? After the event, you can log in to your dashboard to leave feedback and find out if any mutual matches were made.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact James on 07517 065 492 or james@itsadate.club.
So grab your cup, take a seat, and get ready to espresso yourself — you might just find the perfect blend.
- Speed Dating in Manchester | Ages 25 to 38Side Street, Greater Manchester
BOOK YOUR TICKET 👉🏼 HERE.
Meet a social bunch of single guests as you enjoy 5-minute dates with 15 potential matches during this super-popular, fun, and fast-paced Thursday evening of introductions.
As you make your way through Side Store and up the stairs past Side Bar, you’ll come to a door that opens into a secret space—a den of antiquity where music plays and people gather to make cool, casual connections in a super-chic setting. Inside, your It’s a Date host provides the social glue as you’re introduced to 30 single guests for a relaxed night of fun, friendly, and informal introductions.
Our host will be at the venue ready to welcome you from 19:30. Please arrive on time for registration, to grab a drink from the bar, and to receive a quick overview of how the evening will run. You’ll also be given an optional name sticker, a pen, and a note card to keep track of everyone you meet.
Ladies will be seated at tables that are comfortably spaced, discreetly numbered, and arranged in a relaxed area of the venue. Once speed dating begins, gents will join ladies for 5-minute dates. Your host will signal the end of each round, prompting gents to move to the next table in ascending order.
Between rotations, you’ll have a moment to jot down your impressions of the previous date and note whether you’d like to reconnect later. These cards are for your reference only.
Midway through the evening, your host will announce a 15-minute comfort break, giving you time to use the restroom, refresh your drink, or mingle with new connections. Dating will then resume for the second half of the event.
At the end of the evening, the bar will remain open for further socialising. Afterwards, you can log in to your dashboard to record feedback on your dates and see your matches.
If you have any questions about the event or how things will work, please contact James at 07517 065 492 or via email at james@itsadate.club.
- Human Bingo in Manchester | Ages 30 to 45The Anthologist, Manchester
BOOK YOUR TICKET 👉🏼 HERE.
It’s a Date takes over a private space at The Anthologist for an active and entertaining evening of networking—Human Bingo in Manchester.
We’re kicking off (almost) the weekend with a sociable group of 30 single guests, coming together for after-work drinks and a round of Human Bingo at this stylish and conveniently located venue.
“Human Bingo?” we hear you ask—what’s that?! It’s a super-fun icebreaker game where you are the playing piece. Everyone gets a bingo-style card filled with fun facts (like “Has a pet,” “Can speak another language,” or “Loves sushi”). Your mission? Mingle, ask questions, and find people who match each square. Get a full row—and bingo—you’ve won a free drink! It’s the perfect way to kick-start conversations and meet new people, minus the awkward small talk.
Your host will be ready to welcome you from 19:30, wearing a big smile and a discreet name badge, so they’ll be easy to spot. You’ll be offered an optional name sticker (great for breaking the ice), a Human Bingo card (to spark some mingling magic), and once you’re ready, introduced to a bunch of other single guests.
Get ready for a relaxed, zero small-talk, great-vibes kind of night—full of new connections, genuine chat, and maybe even a few sparks (plus a free drink or two) along the way.
After the event wraps up, head to your dashboard to leave feedback on the people you met. A match is made when two guests give each other positive feedback, unlocking messaging on our platform.
Got questions? Feel free to reach out to James at 07517 065 492 or james@itsadate.club
