Speed Dating Better + Workshop / Jan 16, Fri / Ages 27-36

Mon, 12 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 23 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 pm UTC-08:00

Marpole Community Hub | Vancouver

Active Vancouver
Publisher/HostActive Vancouver
Speed Dating Better + Workshop \/ Jan 16, Fri \/ Ages 27-36
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Dating doesn’t have to be awkward. Speed Dating Better combines a short guided workshop with relaxed speed conversations to help you connect
About this Event

Dating can feel intimidating.

There’s pressure. There’s awkward silence. There’s the feeling of being assessed within minutes.

Speed Dating Better was created to change that.

This is not traditional speed dating. There’s no loud bar, no rushed conversations, and no expectation that you must “find your match.”

Instead, we start with something different.



January Schedule
  • Monday, Jan 12 at 6 PM // Ages 34-43
  • Friday, Jan 16 at 6 PM // Ages 27-36
  • Monday, Jan 19 at 6 PM // Ages 42-57
  • Friday, Jan 23 at 6 PM // Ages 50+



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What Makes This Event Different

1. A Guided Ice-Breaking Workshop >>> We begin with a short, facilitator-led discussion on a topic related to communication, psychology, or personal development. This helps everyone relax, get grounded, and feel more comfortable talking to new people.

Example topics include:

  • How to Talk to People Without Feeling Awkward
  • Asking Better Questions
  • Building Real Connection (Not Small Talk)

2. A Calm, Private Space >>> The event takes place at Marpole Community Hub, a quiet and welcoming community venue — not a bar or nightclub.

3. Connection Over Pressure >>> This event is about conversation, curiosity, and comfort. Romantic connection is welcome, but so is friendship. There’s no pressure to impress or decide anything on the spot.



What’s Included
  • Pizza, snacks, and light refreshments
  • Soft drinks and hot beverages
  • A comfortable, welcoming environment designed for meaningful conversation



Who This Event Is For
  • People who want to meet others in real life
  • Anyone tired of dating apps
  • Introverts, thoughtful extroverts, and curious humans
  • People who value communication and authenticity



What to Expect
  • A welcoming and inclusive environment
  • Guided conversation to ease social anxiety
  • Short, structured conversations with breaks
  • A relaxed, human-first experience

Come as you are. No performance required.


We do not guarantee romantic matches or specific outcomes. Attendance and gender balance may vary from event to event. What we do guarantee is a respectful, welcoming atmosphere and a thoughtfully designed experience. All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Refunds are issued only in rare case of event cancelation.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Marpole Community Hub, 8188 Lord Street, Vancouver, Canada

Tickets

CAD 35.00

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