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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.

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    Speed Dating in Manchester | Ages 25 to 38

    Speed Dating in Manchester | Ages 25 to 38

    Gusto Italian - Manchester, 4 Lloyd Street, Greater Manchester, GB

    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 Friday evening of introductions.

    Gusto is a spacious, stylish bar-restaurant with a comfortable, contemporary feel, featuring a semi-private mezzanine that creates a relaxed and intimate setting perfect for an evening of new introductions. A creative drinks menu and well-stocked bar, offering craft beers, seasonal cocktails, and Italian classics, will keep you cool and refreshed as you enjoy a series of fun, engaging conversations with exciting new connections — the perfect start to your weekend and a fresh, effortless way to date.

    Our host will be at the venue ready to welcome you from 19:15. 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.

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    27 attendees
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    Cocktail Chemistry Masterclass | Ages 30 to 45

    Cocktail Chemistry Masterclass | Ages 30 to 45

    The Alchemist Spinningfields, 3 Hardman St, Manchester M3 3HF, Manchester, GB

    BOOK YOUR TICKET 👉🏼 HERE.

    Calling all cocktail enthusiasts! Shake up your dating game with 24 high-spirited singles at this unique mixology masterclass, led by the cocktail magicians at The Alchemist.

    Learn step-by-step how to create one of The Alchemist’s classic cocktails in a lively, interactive session — with the occasional surprise along the way! Whether you’re a little Old Fashioned or more Cosmopolitan, you’re sure to find something (and possibly someone) that stirs your senses. So, don’t be a Moscow Mule — come along and enjoy the best fun you’ve had mixing and mingling in a Long (Island Iced Tea) time.

    Arrive at 19:30 to be welcomed by your host, who will direct you to the private event area, provide a name sticker, and give you a quick low-down on how the evening will run.

    During the masterclass, you’ll be split into mixed groups designed to break (or crush?) the ice, spark conversation, and discover shared passions — perhaps a love of the perfect Fruit Martini! Between sessions, mingle with other guests or relax and discuss the art of the perfect Negroni with a newfound connection.

    The cocktail you create is yours to enjoy, and additional drinks are available to purchase from the bar. Your host — affectionately dubbed ‘pretty fly for a Mai Tai’ — will be on-hand throughout to keep the cocktails and good times flowing. After the class, a resident DJ will take over for anyone in the party mood.

    Following the event, post-event matching will be available via your It’s a Date dashboard, so you can continue the conversation or schedule a second date at your own pace.

    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.

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    16 attendees
  • Speed Dating in Manchester | Ages 30 to 45

    Speed Dating in Manchester | Ages 30 to 45

    Side Street, ABC Building, Lower Byrom Street, Greater Manchester, GB

    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 Friday 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.

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    16 attendees
  • Singles Party in Manchester | Ages 25 to 38

    Singles Party in Manchester | Ages 25 to 38

    The Alchemist Spinningfields, 3 Hardman St, Manchester M3 3HF, Manchester, GB

    BOOK YOUR TICKET 👉🏼 HERE.

    Nestled in the heart of the trendy Spinningfields neighbourhood, you’ll find The Alchemist—a chic, stylish, open-plan cocktail bar buzzing with a lively atmosphere and a cosmopolitan crowd (pun intended). More importantly, you’ll find 80 eligible guests, a complimentary drink, and an energetic host providing the social glue for your Thursday evening of new introductions. Come join us at what could be the last dating event you’ll ever attend!

    Over 80 single guests will gather here to make new connections in a naturally relaxed and vibrant setting. Our high-energy host will give you a warm welcome, offer a complimentary drink (if you arrive before 20:00), make those all-important introductions, and ensure you’re having a fantastic time mingling throughout the evening.

    We kick things off at 19:30 when your host will be ready to greet you at the venue. Once there, you’ll be shown to the exclusive event area, offered an optional name sticker, and guided on where to leave your jacket. When you’ve settled in, your host will make introductions and encourage group mingling to help you feel right at home.

    Singles parties at The Alchemist are casual and relaxed—perfect for chatting with people who spark your interest without any pressure. With over 80 attendees at every event, there’s plenty of time to connect with others, enjoy a drink or two, and soak up the lively atmosphere. Throughout the night, your host will ensure everyone gets the chance to meet and make introductions if requested. To top things off, The
    Alchemists resident DJ will be providing the soundtrack to your evening.

    After the event concludes, you can log into your online dashboard to leave feedback on the people you’ve met. Matches are created when two guests express mutual interest, giving you the chance to connect and message through our platform.

    We can’t wait to welcome you to a night filled with conversations, connections, and maybe even a spark of magic.

    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.

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    20 attendees

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