Single in the City: Where to find love in Cape Town this July

Speed Dating at La Parada

Curated Connections is here to remind us that nothing beats face-to-face connections. Get ready to take the lead with a night of speed dating. Worst case? You leave with a full belly and a good story.

What to expect:

• A welcome drink for some liquid courage
• Pizza to keep you fueled between flirty chats
• 5 minutes to get to know each guest

Event details:

• Date: 24 July
• Time: 6:30 pm
• Location: La Parada, Kloof Street
• Age: 30 to 45 years
• Price: R490 per person. Clich here to purchase a ticket. 

Thursday's Singles Run Club

Thursday is the world’s largest in-real-life singles movement, transforming the dating scene one city at a time. Every week, in cities across the globe, they host exclusive, singles-only events crafted to bring people together in vibrant, fun, and genuinely authentic settings.

What to expect:

• A scenic 5K jog, starting at the iconic Green Point Lighthouse and finishing at the vibrant Time Out Market.
• A well-earned post-run coffee with fellow runners.
• The chance to make new connections – and maybe even meet someone special.

Event details:

• Date: 26 July
• Time: 8:45 am
• Location: Green Point Lighthouse
• Age: 18 years and older
• Price: R100 per person. Click here to purchase a ticket.

Singles Only Night

It may be winter, but Time Out Market is ready to turn up the heat with Singles Only Night, where good people, great energy, and over 300 singles come together under one roof.

What to expect:

• More than 300 singles ready to mingle
• Delicious food, drinks, and plenty of chances to connect
• A seriously good time

Event details:

• Date: 31 July
• Time: 7:30 pm
• Location: Time Out Market Cape Town
• Age: 21 and older
• Price: Between R160 and R240. Click here to purchase a ticket.
• Bring along IDs – no one’s here for a catfish.

Sunday Funday at TERRA

No Sunday scaries here, just sparks flying! At TERRA, singles are in for a sizzling afternoon of flowing cocktails, irresistible beats, and plenty of chemistry in the air.

What to expect:

• Kick off with welcome drinks
• Dive into ice breaker games – love them or laugh at them, they’re the perfect excuse to connect
• A DJ to keep the vibe electric and the fun flowing

Event details:

• Date: 27 July
• Time: 1 pm
• Location: TERRA, Kloof Street
• Age range: 25 to 40 years
• Price: R190 to R240. Click here to purchase a ticket

Retro Arcade Night

Who says a date has to be all serious candlelight and Kenny G in the background? Sometimes, the best kind of date is tapping into your inner kid, letting loose, and having a blast playing games at Barcadia – the perfect mix of bar and arcade.

What to expect:

• Over 100 singles ready to have fun
• Maybe some flirty glances flying over the air hockey table
• Plenty of laughs and good vibes – exactly what we all need

Event details:

• Date: 17 July
• Time: 7 pm
• Age: 21 and older
• Tickets: Between R150 and R240. Click here to purchase a ticket.

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