Special Interest Singles Events

FastLife speed dating is an unbeatable way to meet single people in your preferred age group. And if you're looking for chemistry, there really is no substitute for meeting people face to face. But what if you're looking to meet people that share a particular interest or lifestyle, or match your physical preferences?

We seize every opportunity to turn convention on its head with our diverse range of special interest events. From food and wine connoisseurs to the vertically enhanced, we cater to all kinds of tastes and interests.

The table below shows all the special interest events currently planned. Please note that special events account for a small portion of our events. To view a full list of events that suit you, click here to register for the first time or sign in to your account.

Avenue Q Broadway Lovers

Do you call in sick the day the Tony nominations are announced? Do you pride yourself on the number of opening nights you've attended? Does your "Original Cast Recording" collection take up most of the space in your home? Or do you just love the feeling you get from going to the theatre?

If so, Avenue Q Broadway Lovers events are for you. At this event you'll meet 10 sexy singles who share your flare for the dramatic while enjoying complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres. These events will be themed around the Tony-award winning Broadway Show Avenue Q, with opportunities to meet characters, exclusive discounts to the show, and more! There's no better way to meet fellow theatre junkies than at this very special event!

Tall Men

These lofty events are for vertically enhanced men and ladies of any stature looking for a guy they can look up to (literally!). Ladies you can slip on those stilettos and guys, you can be sure that you’ll be dating women with a hankering for height. You’ll get the same top notch treatment as at any of our standard slick and sophisticated events, including complimentary drinks throughout the evening and gourmet hors d’oeuvres.

We define 'tall' as being 6' and over for men. Women of any height may register for these events.

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Fit and Healthy

Love the idea of dating 10 fit and healthy people who share your passion for active living? Then this event is for you. Whether you’re a snow boarder, a gym junkie, yoga devotee, rock climber or a weekend hockey star, this is the place to pick up a date who you can take with you on your athletic adventures.

Please note: This event is for people for whom physical fitness is a high priority.

Puppy Love

Speed Dating with Dogs

Whether you've got a pampered pooch or a mongrel mutt, chances are you think your four legged friend is top dog. And you'd probably have second thoughts about getting too close to someone who rubs your pup up the wrong way...

Designed for single dog owners and their pets, you attend the event along with your pet, date 10 people of the opposite sex with your dog as your wingman. You decide if who you'd like to see again, but take note of your furry friend's reaction... and who knows? Fido might find a friend too!

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Wine Lovers Speed Dating

Mingle over Merlots and Chardonnays

If the thought of fruity flavours fusing together sets your taste buds tingling, FastLife Wine Lovers Speed Dating may be just your thing! Wine Lovers Speed dating kicks off with an entertaining and interactive introductory lesson on wine by a qualified wine coach. Then it’s on to the speed dating, with each date accompanied by a different wine or palate cleanser.

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Degustation Dating

Dare to Share Each Course with a Date

Degustation menus are the latest type of eating experience. With a multitude of small portion courses on offer, diners can be more daring with their palate. With our new Degustation Dating events you share each exquisite course with a different person. You'll enjoy champagne upon arrival as you are introduced to other guests. Then it’s on to the dating and dining where specially selected wines are matched with the food, and it's all topped of with a selection of fine cheese and decadent desserts.

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Salsa Speed Dating

Turn up the heat with your smooth Latin grooves

Salsa Speed Dating fires up with a complimentary salsa lesson from a professional instructor, getting you boogied up for your 10 dates. Then you'll sit down and relax with your dates as you enjoy complimentary drinks, sangria and tasty tapas.

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European Men

European Men Speed Dating

These events are for women with a thing for European men and European men with a thing for women. Mademoiselles, you'll meet 10 men of refinement and Monsieurs, you can be sure that you’ll meet women who more than appreciate your cultural background. You’ll get the same top notch treatment as at any of our standard slick and sophisticated events, including complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres.

Men of any European origin may register for this event. Women of any background may register so long as you appreciate that European Je ne sais quoi...

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Petite Women

Petite Women Speed Dating

These down to earth events are for women 5ft5 and under and men of any height with a soft spot for petite women. Ladies, you can be sure the guys you meet think good things come in small packages, and guys, you’ll be dating ladies who match your preference for petite women. You’ll get the same top notch treatment as at any of our standard slick and sophisticated events, including complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres.

We define petite as 5ft5 (165cm) and below. Women, if you are above this height, please register for a standard speed dating event.

Men of any height may register for this event.

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Asian Women

Asian Women Speed Dating

These events are for men with a thing for Asian women and Asian women with a thing for men. Ladies, you can be sure that you’ll meet men who appreciate your cultural background, and guys, you’ll meet 10 women who match your preference for Asian women. You’ll get the same top notch treatment as at any of our standard slick and sophisticated events, including complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres.

Men of any nationality may register for this event.

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Media & Creative

Media & Creative Special Interest Events

These events are for singles that work in the media, arts or creative industries, or at the very least have a penchant for all things cultural. So if you're a scribbler, hack, producer, doodler, muso or 'artiste' of any description then come and check out one of these events. You’ll get the same top notch treatment as at any of our standard slick and sophisticated events, including complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres.

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Postgrad

Postgraduate Special Interest Events

Our postgrad events are designed for singles that are educated to postgraduate level (or are at the very least intellectually inclined) and want to meet other similarly cerebral singles. At these events you get the opportunity to meet people that, like you, prefer brains to brawn. You’ll get the same top notch treatment as at any of our standard slick and sophisticated events, including complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres.

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Without Kids

Special Interest Events for singles that don't have children

Does the thought of changing nappies send cold shivers down your spine?
Do you have enough trouble keeping your pot plant alive?
Do you think kids are cutest when you can give them back to their parents?

Our "no kids" events are the same as our standard speed dating events, but you can be sure that the peolple you meet are Sans-Bambino. Don't forget, no kids means more time for a hot social life!

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With Kids

Special Interest Events for singles that have children

These events are for people that already have their own brood or would like to meet people that have mini me's of their own.

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Masquerade

These social events give you the opportunity to meet and mingle with 100 other singles in the trendiest bars. These events are a lot less structured than speed dating and the focus is on encouraging conversation in a great setting with a fabulous atmosphere and our accommodating hosts. The theme is Masquerade and guests will de-masque at 11.30pm.

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Locked and Loaded

What happens when you put hundreds of unattached and unabashed under 35's in a chic bar with drinks on the house, hardware and mysterious text messages? One seriously huge night of flirting fun!

Our Locked and Loaded parties are a must on the social calendar for America's sassy singles. Thousands of funky, up-for-it members have hooked up at these awesome parties, creating some major single envy.

Locks and Keys

A simple game with a very satisfying outcome! Girls get locks and guys get keys. Players who find their matching lock or key make their way to the match room.

Every time you match your hardware you receive a free shot. Then you’re dealt a new lock/key and you’re set on the loose again to find your next match.

SMS challenges

Players who managed to complete the challenges sent to them by SMS were rewarded with mystery prizes.

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