Upcoming events
Singles Play At Activate Games Naperville
Join us for an unforgettable Throwback Dating night at Activate Games Naperville, where play meets connection!
Slow Dance Dating
Slow Dance Dating is a thoughtfully curated, invite-only experience that blends matchmaking, guided connection, and playful human interaction... similar to speed dating, without the rush.
Singles in Service: Beach Clean-Up
Join the Throwback Dating community for a morning of fresh air, meaningful conversation, and giving back as we help clean up our beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline.
Singles Group Trip TO Summerfest
Join the Throwback Dating community for a group trip to Summerfest, where the journey is just as fun as the destination.
Singles Culinary Class - Elevate Your Summer Grilling
For this special Throwback Dating experience, we’ll gather in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class led by Chef Molly Sell, where you’ll learn the art of grilling with fresh summer ingredients and bold seasonal flavors.
Singles Wine & Game Night
Join us at the beautiful Broken Earth Winery for a relaxed evening designed especially for singles age 55 and better who enjoy good company, great wine, and a little friendly competition.
Dial-Up Dating
A Virtual Dating Experience for singles 45+ that brings dating back to conversation, curiosity, and connection.
Singles Pickleball Sunday
Join us for an exciting afternoon of lighthearted pickleball, laughter, and connection at SPF Chicago!
An Evening of Visionary Awareness at the Art Institute of Chicago
Join us for a guided tour of contemporary art in the Modern Wing of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Dial-Up Dating
A Virtual Dating Experience for singles 45+ that brings dating back to conversation, curiosity, and connection.
80's Night with Sixteen Candles Band
Join Throwback Dating for an all out 80's dance party with Sixteen Candles at the House of Blues!
Slow Dance Dating
Slow Dance Dating is a thoughtfully curated, invite-only experience that blends matchmaking, guided connection, and playful human interaction... similar to speed dating, without the rush.
Fit For Love in ‘26
If you want 2026 to be the year you feel healthier, lighter, stronger, more energized, and more magnetic... this is for you.
Dial-Up Dating
A Virtual Dating Experience for singles 45+ that brings dating back to conversation, curiosity, and connection.
Singles In Service: Holiday Gift Wrapping with Kids Above All
Join Throwback Dating’s Singles In Service to make the season brighter for kids in need.
A Very Throwback Thanksgiving
Come and get to know the members of the Throwback Dating community and have a blast before the holidays!
Throwback Daters Fall Dinner & Wine Pairing In Highland Park (Age 48-65)
A cozy Throwback Daters evening in Highland Park.
Live Jazz on the Cliff: An Evening with Throwback Daters (Age 50+)
Meet fun singles who love jazz and Chicago!
Throwback Daters Night Out: Cubs vs. Mets at Wrigley Field (Age 50-65)
Meet fun singles who love baseball and Chicago!
Skyline Singles Soireé (50+)
Join us for the Skyline Singles Soirée, an exclusive rooftop mixer for singles 50 and over who want to connect, converse, and share an unforgettable evening in one of Chicago’s most stunning settings.
Throwback Daters Night at Activate Games Naperville (Age 45-60)
Join us for an unforgettable Throwback Dating night at Activate Games Naperville, where play meets connection!
Summer Concert Series - Sixteen Candles Band
Join Throwback Dating community members on the lawn for a Sixteen Candles Band show at Cantigny for Saturday Sun Sets.
Jazzin' at the Shedd
Join Throwback Dating community members for a fun night of live jazz, scenic views of Chicago, connection, and Navy Pier fireworks.
Train at Ravinia
Join Throwback Dating community members on the lawn at Ravinia for a picnic and to see Train perform!
Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms at Ravinia
Join Throwback Dating community members on the lawn at Ravinia for a picnic and to see Blues Traveler perform!
July Rooftop Singles Mixer
Join us for a fun and social night on the rooftop at AZUL, exclusively for singles ages 40–60!
TopGolf Naperville
Join us for a fun and social night at TopGolf Naperville, exclusively for singles ages 45–60!
Chicago at Ravinia
Join Throwback Dating community members on the lawn at Ravinia for a picnic and to see Chicago perform!
Scenic Walk in Highland Park
Join Throwback Dating community members for a relaxing walk and talk in Highland Park.
Singles Mixer (Age 40-60)
A fun, low-pressure mixer for singles 40+ to connect, laugh, and celebrate dating again—no apps, just real people.
Throwback Field Trip: 16 Candles Band at Wells Street Art Fest
Join Throwback Dating community members at the Wells Street Art Fest and rock out to the 80's with 16 Candles Band!
Live Band Karaoke
Join Throwback Dating community members at Bub City for some Live Band Karaoke and fun!
DIAL UP DATING: First Date Best Practices for Singles Over 40 (virtual)
First dates don’t have to be awkward. Join us for tips + real talk on building connection from the start. Singles 40+ welcome!
A Singles Game Night (Rescheduled)
Come join us for a fun night of mixing, matching, and playing games with other singles - it's going to be a blast!
Pickleball at SPF
Ready to meet new people and try something fun? Join us for an exciting afternoon of lighthearted pickleball and connection at SPF.
how it works
STEP 1
Click the “Apply” button to complete our short questionnaire. You’ll be added to our waitlist and notified via text and email when your profile has been reviewed.
STEP 2
Once we review your application, we’ll send an invitation to schedule your Chemistry Call with Megan so she can learn about you and what you’re looking for.
STEP 3
Complete our “Compatibility Questionnaire” and then register for your first event.
STEP 4
Meet great people at our events, build new relationships, and share a connection card with anyone you’d like to stay connected with.