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Ditch the Apps: Charlotte's Compatibility-Based Dating Event (26 - 49)

Friday September 5 at 7:00pm - Check-in starts at 6:30pm

Rhino Market & Deli Southpark

4300 Congress Street Charlotte, NC 28209

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 3 days before event - booking fees (Tixtree & Stripe) are non-refundable

IMPORTANT: Don’t skip the Compatibility Questionnaire when you grab your ticket

Age Range: Mid-20s through 40s

Vibe: Chill. No swiping. No awkward pressure. Just real people, real conversations, and maybe… real sparks?

Sick of wasting time on dating apps, tired of ghosting, dead-end IMs, and profiles that don’t match the energy IRL? Same. That’s why we created this event—to bring singles together in person for something a little more human and a lot more fun.

This isn’t a cattle call of small talk. It's a curated experience designed to help you connect quickly and meaningfully

What to expect:

Group placement tailored to key compatibility factors
The vibe is relaxed lounge, not speed-date panic room
You’ll mix and mingle through playful ice-breakers and conversation prompts that accellerate the "getting to know you" process
Fun games + a round of human bingo (trust us, it’s a hit)

Discount codes for future events (because your journey might take more than one night!)

Come solo, leave with new connections—friends, flirts, maybe even future +1s. This isn’t about putting on a show. Just bring your real self, an open mind, and maybe a cute outfit.

Limited spots available to ensure gender balance .Event runs 1 hour and 30 Ticket sales close 1 hours before we start. Must fill out the Compatibility Questionnaire

What past participants are saying about our singles events:

"I like the concept. The games made it easier to have conversations. It was a creative, inexpensive way to spend a Friday night and meet new people."

"I definitely appreciate your non-app, non-speed dating style of helping to break the ice among strangers."

Friendly Heads-Up on Age & Match Vibes: This event is for singles ages 25–49, which means the crowd is a fun mix—but we’ve noticed a trend: gents in their 40s often come in hoping to meet women a bit younger (especially if they're still in the “maybe someday… kids?” phase). So, if you're a fabulous woman in your late 40s who's already rocked the parenting thing or is past that chapter, just know the dating pool here might feel a little shallow. You might actually have a better time—and better luck—at our 45–65 event, where everyone's swimming in the same life-stage waters.

Event Guidelines

Be on time – This is a connection experience, and we kick things off as a group
Be present – Your phone can wait
Be kind, always – Not feeling a spark? No biggie. Just be gracious
Dress to express – Look nice, feel nice. This isn’t a black-tie gala, but have your outfit say, “I made an effort"
Get curious – Ask creative questions, share your story, and really listen. You might be surprised what you learn
Have your intro game ready – Think about what you’d want someone to remember about you
Relax and have fun – Everyone’s here for the same reason: connection

Safety

Speak up – If someone says or does something off, let a host know.
No tolerance for offensive or inappropriate behavior
Don’t push for digits – If you want to stay in touch, offer your number. Let them decide if the feeling’s mutual. Consent is hot.

Photography/Video

We may take some pictures or shoot short videos during the event. By attending, you’re ok us using these for future promos, ads, or social media. If you’d rather not be featured, just let us know—we respect your boundaries.

FAQ:

What is the parking situation? There is free covered parking in the immediate area behind the venue.
Does the venue have food? Yes, the kitchen stops making food to order by 8pm, but the bodega area has snacks as well.
What types of drinks are available for purchase? There is a full bar and it also includes non-alcoholic options like sodas, mocktails and other selections.
Is this like speed-dating? No. This event is meant to be different from speed-dating. There are not frequent rotations, but we do encourage participants to move to another group if they want to, so they can meet more people. The groups get to know each other in a casual setup as they tackle activities and conversation prompts
What if I'm not the age described in the event? We're planning on hosting other events in the future for different age ranges. Express your interest by clicking on "Notify me" above. In the meantime, please check out our friend-matching events.
Do you also host singles events for LGBTQ+ folks? Absolutely! Stay tuned for an LGBTQ+ event in the Fall.
How is the compatibility matching done for these events? It's not an app, it's not a software. It's just me, Fernanda, analyzing your responses on my nerdy spreadsheet. :) I try my best to place people in the same table based on their answers about past relationships, money attitudes, parenting, religion, and deal breakers among other factors.

Note: Currently, we have 0 women and 0 men with reserved tickets - will continue to update leading up to the event