Singles Mingle @ V&A Friday Late: A Night of Art, Music, and Connection! 🎨🎶


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## Event Details: Singles Social & Mingling
Join us for an electrifying Friday Late at V&A South Kensington. This monthly event (held on the last Friday, except January, May, and December) transforms the museum into a vibrant hub of contemporary culture, featuring live performances, interactive installations, thought-provoking talks, and pulsating DJ sets. It’s the perfect blend of art, music, and social connection! 🎭🎤
More details about the theme of the event:
**https://www.vam.ac.uk/event/aMyarPgp8E/friday-late-september-ldf-2025**
### What to Expect:
- Art & Inspiration: Wander through the V&A’s breathtaking galleries, showcasing everything from Renaissance sculptures to modern couture, all illuminated under the magic of late-night vibes.
- Live Performances & DJs: Groove to eclectic beats from top DJs and experience boundary-pushing performances by emerging artists.
- Interactive Workshops: Engage in hands-on activities, from crafting your own designs to joining thought-provoking discussions.
- Social Vibes: Meet new friends, spark conversations, and connect with fellow art enthusiasts in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. 🤝
### Admission Details:
- Free for the first sign-ups secure your spot early!
- After the free allocation you will have to buy your RSVP through the meetup app. Please show your RSVP on the meetup app to the host on arrival.
- If you end up paying a late comer fee you are paying for signing up late and having the privilege of joining and mingling with our group and entry to the afterparty. Hosts will be checking RSVPs on the meetup app.
### Schedule:
- 6:45 PM – Meet & Mingle: Gather at the Porter Gallery entrance in the DOME room. Enter via the Cromwell Road entrance, head to the circular reception area (now a lively bar), and look left. From Exhibition Road, ask an attendant for the Porter Gallery. Enjoy drinks, chat, and soak in the atmosphere for 30 minutes. 🍹
- 7:15 PM – Explore or Stay: Choose your adventure! Split into small groups to explore Friday Late events (pop-up performances, installations, or talks) or stay in the DOME room to keep mingling. 🗺️
- 9:15 PM – Reconvene: Regroup at the DOME room meeting point to share your evening’s highlights.
- 9:25 PM – Afterparty: Head to Dolce Kensington (17A Harrington Rd, SW7 3ES, near South Kensington station). Mention “ZEN” at the door and bring ID for free entry until 11 PM but turn up at start time 9:30pm. Dance the night away! 💃🕺
### Why You Can’t Miss This:
The V&A Friday Late is a cultural playground where art, music, and connection collide. Whether you’re an art aficionado, a music lover, or just looking to meet new people, this night has it all. With free entry for early birds, a stunning museum setting, and a lively afterparty, it’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend! 🌟
Join us for a night of creativity and connection at the V&A Friday Late! Sign up now and let’s make February unforgettable! 🎉
## About the V&A South Kensington
Nestled in the heart of London’s cultural quarter, the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in South Kensington is the world’s leading museum of art, design, and performance. Founded in 1852 and named after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, the V&A houses over 2.7 million objects spanning 5,000 years of human creativity—from ancient ceramics to modern fashion. Its stunning architecture, including grand galleries and intricate mosaics, complements its diverse collections, making it a global destination for inspiration. Located at Cromwell Road, SW7 2RL, the V&A is open seven days a week with free general admission, inviting everyone to explore its treasures. 🏛️
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Some Tips:
- Let’s all commit to updating our RSVPs if plans change—it helps us plan better and ensures great attendance for everyone. If you RSVP “yes” but don’t attend and don’t update your RSVP, you may be removed from the group to keep things fair. No stress, though—you can rejoin for a small £10 fee! Just send me a DM, and I’ll share the PayPal details to get you back in.
- Turn Up on Time at the start! This helps the quality of the event and helps you.
- If you are struggling with the app, use the web page instead, that's what I use.
- Attendee Numbers & Guest Lists: We have this event listed at least on two groups and the guest list includes attendees from all. You can see the list of attendees here:
https://www.meetup.com/zensingles/
https://www.meetup.com/cityzenlondon/
https://www.meetup.com/LoveLife - Join our social media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityzen.london/
X: https://x.com/CityZenLondon - Our WhatsApp group: [See private comment in the comments section below]. We have a few rules including no ads, no DMs unless recipient is in the "Direct Messaging List" or risk removal and £10 rejoin fee.
- Support Our Amazing London Event Hosts! 🙌
Our incredible crew of hosts is the heartbeat of London’s buzzing meetup scene, bringing people together for unforgettable experiences that spark connection, growth, and fun! 🌟 From museum adventures to flirty dating mixers, these rockstar hosts pour their energy, time, and passion into creating events that level up your social and communication skills. But hosting isn’t easy—it takes resources, effort, and heart. 💖
Please consider supporting our hosts with a donation to keep the good vibes flowing and help us make London the ultimate social hub! 🚀 Below, meet our hosts for this event and see how you can chip in to fuel their amazing work.
Zen & The Meetup Groups
The Visionary Social Connector
Zen, our AI guru with 25 years in the game, founded these meetups to transform his own social skills and now helps others do the same. From sparking in-person networking to coordinating epic events, Zen’s passion for connection is unstoppable. Help him keep the momentum going!
Support Zen: Donate to cover event planning tools, venue bookings, and more. Donation Link
Siphan
The Scavenger Hunt Diva
Siphan’s curious and attentive energy brings scavenger hunts and events to life with a crescendo of excitement. Help Siphan keep the adventures thrilling!
Support Siphan: Your contribution covers scavenger hunt materials and event planning. Siphan's Donation Link
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Disclaimer, Liability Waiver & Media Consent
By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
Organiser Identity – The organiser operates under the community name “ZEN”, which is used as an alias for privacy and branding purposes. By joining, you understand that “ZEN” refers to the organiser and/or designated hosts of this event. Assumption of Risk – You understand and accept that participation in any social, recreational, or group activity involves inherent risks, including but not limited to personal injury, illness, property damage, or other unforeseen incidents. You voluntarily choose to attend at your own sole risk. Personal Responsibility – You are solely responsible for your own safety, health, wellbeing, and personal belongings at all times. It is your responsibility to exercise good judgment, act responsibly, and take appropriate precautions before, during, and after the event. No Organiser Liability – The organiser, hosts, volunteers, and the community known as ZEN accept no responsibility and shall not be held liable for any injury, loss, damage, accident, theft, or any other issue that may arise as a result of your participation. Guests – If you bring guests, you accept full responsibility for their conduct, safety, and understanding of this disclaimer. Independent Event – This event may be held in conjunction with other social or non-singles meetup groups. ZEN is not responsible for the actions, behaviour, or arrangements of any third parties. Media Consent – By attending this event, you consent to being photographed, filmed, or recorded. You grant ZEN and its organisers the irrevocable right to use such images and recordings for promotional, marketing, social media, and community purposes without compensation or further approval. If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, it is your responsibility to inform the organiser in advance and to remove yourself from areas where filming or photography is taking place. Acceptance of Terms – By attending, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted this disclaimer. You release ZEN, its organisers, hosts, volunteers, and members from all claims, demands, or causes of action, whether known or unknown, arising out of your participation or the use of photography/videography captured at the event.
Your attendance at this event signifies your full acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree, you should not attend.

Every 3rd Friday of the month until February 28, 2026
Singles Mingle @ V&A Friday Late: A Night of Art, Music, and Connection! 🎨🎶