| Date |
28 April 2026, 7:00pm–10:00pm
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|---|---|
| Cost | $50 plus $3.29 booking fee |
| Bookings | Bookings required |
| Location | State Library Victoria |
Swipe fatigue ends here. Remember when people met in person? It’s time for a real-life meet cute in one of Melbourne’s most romantic buildings.
This autumn, State Library Victoria is partnering with Crush Club to host one of Melbourne’s largest speed dating events.
Set underneath the iconic Dome and within The Ian Potter Queen’s Hall, singles will break out into groups and enjoy 5-minute one-on-one speed dates with potential suitors.
Conversations will be aided by prompts on the tables with questions to spark connection, flirtation, laughter and the occasional healthy debate – from whether Ross and Rachel were really on a break, to sharing a memorable (or hilariously bad) first date story.
Doors open from 6.15pm, where you are invited to explore the Library’s exhibition Rebel Heart: Love Letters and other declarations, enjoy a drink from the bar, and mingle.
Feeling nervous? Consider bringing a friend along, or that single housemate, colleague, or mutual friend you don’t fancy, but who might be perfect for someone else.
Sessions:
There are two sessions available—Queer and Straight—so you can join the space that best matches your dating preferences:
If you are looking for the Queer Session, click here.
What to expect:
Attendees will be grouped by age bracket: 20–30, 30–40, 40–50, and 50+, with separate sessions running across different spaces within the Library.
Ages 20-30, 30-40
- Speed dating: 7–8.30pm
- Location: The Ian Potter Queen’s Hall
Ages 40-50, 50+
- Speed dating: 8.30–10pm
- Location: Under the Dome in the La Trobe Reading Room
Please note: This event is for people aged 20 and over.
