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Speed Dating & Singles Events in Edinburgh

80 upcoming speed dating & singles events

As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 80 upcoming speed dating & singles events in Edinburgh, Lothian, including 1 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.

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Foodies + New Friends: Edinburgh at Restaurant of the Week
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Foodies + New Friends: Edinburgh

📍 Restaurant of the Week

£44.52

Cocktails + Convo: Edinburgh | A Night Out with New Friends at Bar of the Week
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Cocktails + Convo: Edinburgh | A Night Out with New Friends

📍 Bar of the Week

£9.85 - £17.85

Edinburgh Singles 30s-40s: Walk up Arthur’s Seat! at Holyrood Car ParkFREE
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Edinburgh Singles 30s-40s: Walk up Arthur’s Seat!

📍 Holyrood Car Park

40s & 50s Singles Night @ Alchemist Edinburgh|Love at First Sign at The Alchemist George Street
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40s & 50s Singles Night @ Alchemist Edinburgh|Love at First Sign

📍 The Alchemist George Street

£22.38 - £48.38

40s & 50s Singles Night at The Alchemist George Street Edinburgh at The Alchemist George Street
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40s & 50s Singles Night at The Alchemist George Street Edinburgh

📍 The Alchemist George Street

£22.38 - £48.38

Thursday | LOUNGE 33| LIQUOR & LAZE |Edinburgh at Lounge 33
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Thursday | LOUNGE 33| LIQUOR & LAZE |Edinburgh

📍 Lounge 33

From £11.00

100 Cities Project: Edinburgh | Dinner with New Friends at Restaurant of the Week
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100 Cities Project: Edinburgh | Dinner with New Friends

📍 Restaurant of the Week

20s & 30s Singles Night @ Alchemist Edinburgh|Love at First Sign at The Alchemist George Street
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20s & 30s Singles Night @ Alchemist Edinburgh|Love at First Sign

📍 The Alchemist George Street

£22.38 - £48.38

20s & 30s Singles Night at The Alchemist George Street Edinburgh at The Alchemist George Street
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20s & 30s Singles Night at The Alchemist George Street Edinburgh

📍 The Alchemist George Street

£22.38 - £48.38

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Dunfermline at Dunfermline Secret Venue (TBA)
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Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Dunfermline

📍 Dunfermline Secret Venue (TBA)

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Edinburgh at Edinburgh Secret Venue
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Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Edinburgh

📍 Edinburgh Secret Venue

Edinburgh Singles Night, 30s & 40s | Brewhemia | Love at First Sign at Brewhemia
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Edinburgh Singles Night, 30s & 40s | Brewhemia | Love at First Sign

📍 Brewhemia

£22.38 - £48.38

30s & 40s Singles Night @ Brewhemia Edinburgh|Love at First Sign at Brewhemia
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30s & 40s Singles Night @ Brewhemia Edinburgh|Love at First Sign

📍 Brewhemia

£22.38 - £48.38

Thursday | Brewhemia 2 TRUTHS & A LIE... | Edinburgh at Brewhemia
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Thursday | Brewhemia 2 TRUTHS & A LIE... | Edinburgh

📍 Brewhemia

From £11.00

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Dunfermline at Dunfermline Secret Venue (TBA)
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Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Dunfermline

📍 Dunfermline Secret Venue (TBA)

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Edinburgh at Edinburgh Secret Venue
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Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Edinburgh

📍 Edinburgh Secret Venue

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Edinburgh at Edinburgh Secret Venue
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Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Edinburgh

📍 Edinburgh Secret Venue

Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Dunfermline at Dunfermline Secret Venue (TBA)
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Unified Dating - Meet Singles in Dunfermline

📍 Dunfermline Secret Venue (TBA)

GAMES & DRINKS WITH SINGLES |EDINBURGH, FAYRE PLAY | THURSDAY 3RD SEPTEMBER at Fayre Play
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GAMES & DRINKS WITH SINGLES |EDINBURGH, FAYRE PLAY | THURSDAY 3RD SEPTEMBER

📍 Fayre Play

£22.38

GAMES AND DRINKS WITH SINGLES | EDINBURGH, FAYRE PLAY | THURSDAY 3RD SEPTEMBER at Fayre Play
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GAMES AND DRINKS WITH SINGLES | EDINBURGH, FAYRE PLAY | THURSDAY 3RD SEPTEMBER

📍 Fayre Play

£20.00

Speed Dating in Edinburgh | Ages 40-55 at Manahatta Edinburgh
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Speed Dating in Edinburgh | Ages 40-55

📍 Manahatta Edinburgh

£27.80

40s & 50s Singles Night @ Alchemist Edinburgh|Love at First Sign at The Alchemist George Street
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40s & 50s Singles Night @ Alchemist Edinburgh|Love at First Sign

📍 The Alchemist George Street

£20.00

Speed Dating in Edinburgh | Ages 25-38 at Manahatta Edinburgh
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Speed Dating in Edinburgh | Ages 25-38

📍 Manahatta Edinburgh

Thursday | Lochrin ROOFTOP SUMMER SENDOFF!| Edinburgh at Lochrin Rooftop Bar
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Thursday | Lochrin ROOFTOP SUMMER SENDOFF!| Edinburgh

📍 Lochrin Rooftop Bar

From £11.00

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Speed Dating & Singles Events in Edinburgh — Complete Guide

Discover the vibrant speed dating & singles scene in Edinburgh with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates speed dating & singles events from across Edinburgh, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.

Whether you're looking for tonight's speed dating & singles events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best speed dating & singlesexperiences Edinburgh has to offer.

Why Choose EventsList for Speed Dating & Singles?

  • Daily updates with the latest speed dating & singles events in Edinburgh
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  • Curated editorial summaries for each event
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many speed dating & singles events are on in Edinburgh?

There are currently 80 upcoming speed dating & singles events in Edinburgh. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming speed dating & singles in the city.

Are there free speed dating & singles events in Edinburgh?

Yes — 1 of the current speed dating & singles listings in Edinburgh are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.

Where can I find speed dating & singles events in Edinburgh this weekend?

Browse this weekend's speed dating & singles events in Edinburgh at /edinburgh/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.

How do I book tickets for speed dating & singles events in Edinburgh?

Every speed dating & singles listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event to see full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.

How often are speed dating & singles listings updated on EventsList?

We pull in new speed dating & singles events for Edinburgh three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.

Speed Dating & Singles Events in Edinburgh — Your Complete Guide

Speed dating events in Edinburgh offer a fun, fast-paced and entirely pressure-free way to meet new people. At a typical speed dating night, you spend 3–5 minutes chatting one-to-one with a series of singles before rotating to the next person — at the end of the evening, you mark your matches and the organiser connects you with anyone who matched you back.

Speed dating nights in Edinburgh are held in bars, restaurants and private event venues across the city, making them feel like a social night out rather than a formal search for romance. Events are usually organised by age group (20s, 30s, 40s and 50s are common brackets) and sometimes by profession or interest, so you're meeting people at a similar life stage.

Whether you're newly single, returning to dating after a long-term relationship, or simply tired of swiping on apps, Edinburgh speed dating events are a refreshing alternative. Most events attract between 20 and 40 attendees, so you're guaranteed a lively evening with plenty of variety. Many organisers also offer a free drink on arrival and a relaxed mingling period after the formal rounds.

How to make the most of a speed dating night in Edinburgh: arrive a few minutes early to settle in, prepare a handful of light conversation starters (hobbies, favourite restaurants, recent travel), and remember that not every conversation needs to lead to a match — it's a social event first and a dating one second. Tickets typically cost £15–£30 and can be booked directly through the event listings on this page.