Singles events in Singapore: what to expect, what they cost and how to choose

Singles events in Singapore range from classic speed dating to relaxed mixers, pitch nights where friends present you to the room, and activity-based meet-ups built around skating, wine or a walk. Most cost between nothing and about S$50. Choose by format and age band, check what the ticket includes, and treat your first event as practice rather than a test.

Why go to a singles event at all

Dating apps give you a huge pool, but you only learn whether there is chemistry once you meet. A singles event flips that: everyone in the room is single, you meet in person straight away, and a bad conversation lasts minutes rather than a whole evening. For people who find apps draining, it is a useful change of pace. Our comparison of dating apps in Singapore covers the other route.

The main formats

Speed dating

The classic. You sit down for a short one-to-one chat, a bell rings, and you move on to the next person. At the end, you mark who you would like to see again, and contacts are shared only when the interest is mutual.

CompleteMe Dating Agency, a Singapore agency founded in 2012, runs regular speed dating sessions listed on Meetup and Eventbrite. Its October 2026 listings included sessions near Stevens MRT at S$29 to S$48, with separate events by age band and for Buddhist and free-thinker singles and Christian and Catholic singles. It describes one-to-one rotations, mutual matching and a Telegram chat group that stays open for a week. Walk-ins are not allowed: you confirm by email or WhatsApp at least three days ahead.

Social mixers

Mixers are looser. There is usually a host, some structured rounds or games, then open mingling. The Singapore Professional Singles Meetup group, with around 15,000 members, runs "Fast Friends" evenings at rooftop bars and brewpubs. Recent listings were for ages 21 to 45, with women free (RSVP needed) and men paying S$20 in cash at the door. The organisers describe them as social rather than dating events, and say most people come alone.

Bars and shops run their own too. Vivino Wine Shop near Raffles City listed a one-hour singles mixer in November 2026 at S$45 per person, including three glasses of wine and structured mingling led by a dating coach.

Pitch nights

A newer format with a big dose of fun. Friends stand up and "pitch" a single person to the room, then everyone mingles. Fishbowl runs Singles Pitch Night, loosely inspired by Shark Tank, and its October 2026 edition was held with dating app Coffee Meets Bagel at Republic Plaza for ages 25 to 40. Tickets were sold for singles, wingmen and moral support. If you would rather someone else did the talking, this is for you.

Activity-based events

If small talk at a bar is not your thing, look for events built around doing something. Recent Eventbrite listings included a beginner-friendly roller skating meet-up at Kallang for S$20 including two hours of skate hire and basic coaching, with an optional dinner afterwards. Others combine a meal with a neighbourhood walk, a beach sunset or a coffee tasting. Having an activity to focus on takes the pressure off, and you see how people behave when they are learning something new.

Matched group dinners

Timeleft runs a singles dinner in Singapore on Tuesdays at 7pm, alongside its regular group dinners. You take a short personality test and are matched with a small group at a restaurant Timeleft books. You need a membership to book, and you pay for your own food and drinks. Our guide to dinner with strangers in Singapore covers it in more detail.

What singles events cost

Based on Singapore listings in October and November 2026:

Format	Typical price	Usually includes
Speed dating	S$29 to S$48	Rotations and matching
Social mixer	Free for women, about S$20 for men, at some groups	Hosted rounds; drinks extra
Wine or drinks mixer	About S$45	A few drinks and hosted mingling
Activity meet-up	About S$20 and up	The activity, e.g. equipment hire
Matched dinner (Timeleft)	Membership; plans shown in app	Booking only; food extra

Prices change from event to event, so treat these as indicative. Read the refund policy before you pay: some events are non-refundable, while others allow refunds up to a week before.

How to choose an event

• Check the age band. Most events set one, and it shapes the room.
• Look at the venue. A quiet café suits conversation; a busy bar suits mingling.
• Read how matching works. Mutual-only sharing of contacts protects everyone.
• Look at the organiser's track record. The Ministry of Social and Family Development suggests singles check online reviews, ask friends, look for trustmarks such as CaseTrust, and ask businesses directly about their track record, services and prices.
• Mind the gender balance. Many organisers cap or price tickets by gender to keep numbers even. If one side has sold out, the event may still be lopsided on the night.

How to make the most of it

1. Arrive a little early. It is easier to chat with a few people than to walk into a full room.
2. Prepare two or three questions. Our ice breaker questions are a good start.
3. Be curious, not interview-style. Follow up on what people say rather than running through a list.
4. Mark people you'd enjoy a coffee with, not just those you are sure about. A second conversation often tells you more than a five-minute first one.
5. Follow up quickly. If you match, suggest a simple plan within a few days. Our first date ideas can help.

Staying safe

• Choose events held in public venues, and make your own way there and home.
• Tell a friend where you are going and when you expect to leave.
• Keep your address, workplace details and social media private until you have met someone a few times.
• Never send money or gift cards to someone you met at an event or online. ScamShield advises against transferring money to anyone you have not met in person, and its helpline, 1799, runs 24/7.
• Watch your drink, and feel free to leave whenever you want.

A new option: Now I'm Open

Now I'm Open is a new, free web app from Singapore, launched in October 2026 for adults 18 and over. It is not an events organiser, and it is too new to have a track record, but it offers a lower-key way to meet people one at a time.

In Date mode, you post a short card such as "Open to a coffee and a walk around Tiong Bahru, Sat am". You see like-minded people nearby by area only, and you connect only when you both say yes. Signed-in members see each other's photos, selfie verification gives a Verified badge, and references after meet-ups help others know what to expect. Women can choose to show their cards only to women.

Curious which kind of company you are after? Try the one-minute quiz, or see more places to meet people in Singapore.