MEET GREAT PEOPLE. SKIP THE apps.
THROWBACK DATING IS A community for active singles over 45.
Real people. Real conversation. Real connection.
At Throwback Dating, we bring together active singles for fun, in-person experiences where meeting new people feels natural, not awkward or forced.
what we do
Throwback Dating brings singles together through thoughtfully curated, face-to-face experiences… without swiping, endless texting, or pressure.
From social mixers and shared activities to group trips, our events make it easy to connect while actually enjoying yourself.
Every member is screened, so you can feel confident you’re meeting quality people who are in a similar chapter of life.
real people.
real connection.
Imagine walking into a room full of engaging, fun, single people - all in a similar stage of life, who are genuinely open to conversation and connection.
That’s what Throwback Dating creates.
We’re bringing the fun and human connection back to dating!
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“Great evening for meeting new singles! I had great conversations and really enjoyed the ability to meet people without a website.”
Bill
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“Megan has a knack for connecting people—it’s just part of her genius. It was a great night! Met wonderful people and I got a date with two gentleman.”
Gina
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“It was a wonderful event. I met tons of great people, men and women, and also had a great time. Very well organized, even inspired me to make pasta on my own.”
Phil
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"You show up alone but you feel like you're not alone. Everyone is so laid back that you can talk to whomever you want. It was my first singles event in my life so I felt awkward at first, but had a great time."
Ryan
Upcoming events
SLOW DANCE DATING
Sunday, February 15th | 1:00pm
Bar Berria, Chicago
(Invite-only)
80’S NIGHT WITH SIXTEEN CANDLES
Saturday, February 21st | 7:30pm
House of Blues, Chicago
DIAL-UP DATING
Sunday, March 8th | 7:00pm
Google Meets
AN EVENING OF VISIONARY AWARENESS
Thursday, March 12th | 5:30pm
Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago
SINGLES PICKLEBALL SUNDAY
Sunday, March 22nd | 1:00pm
SPF (Lincoln Park), Chicago
