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.

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what we do

Throwback Dating brings singles together through thoughtfully curated, face-to-face experiences… without swiping, endless texting, or pressure.

From curated 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.

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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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  • A man with a bald head and gray beard wearing a red shirt and necklaces with crosses, taking a selfie outdoors.

    “Great evening for meeting new singles! I had great conversations and really enjoyed the ability to meet people without a website.”

    Bill

  • A woman with long blonde hair, wearing a strapless navy top and a colorful zigzag patterned skirt, is smiling and laughing against a white brick wall background.

    “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

  • A smiling man with glasses and short, light hair, wearing a checkered shirt, in front of a background with scientific notes and sketches.

    “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

  • A woman and a man smiling and standing together at an indoor event. The woman has long brown hair and is wearing a gold-colored dress with a black top underneath. The man has gray hair, glasses, and is wearing a purple blazer with a black shirt and a scarf. There is a wall with black-and-white photographs behind them and a child in the background.

    "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

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Upcoming events

WINE & GAME NIGHT

Thursday, April 16th | 6:00pm

Broken Earth Winery, Long Grove

ACTIVATE GAMES NAPERVILLE

Sunday, April 26th | 12:30pm

Activate Games, Naperville

SLOW DANCE DATING

Sunday, May 3rd | 1:00pm

Bar Berria, Chicago

BEACH CLEAN UP

Saturday, May 30th | 9:00am

Gillson Beach, Wilmette

SUMMERFEST TRIP

Saturday, June 27th | 10:00am

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

CULINARY CLASS

Tuesday, June 30th | 6:30pm

Marcel’s, Glen Ellyn

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