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 shaved head and beard taking a selfie outdoors, wearing a red shirt and a cross necklace, with plants and a building in the background.

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

    Bill

  • Woman with long wavy hair laughing, wearing a strapless navy top and a colorful zigzag patterned skirt, standing in front of a white brick wall.

    “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 man with glasses smiling in front of a background with handwritten notes and diagrams.

    “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 with long, wavy brown hair and red lipstick smiling next to a man with gray hair, glasses, and a beard, both dressed in formal attire, in front of a collage of black-and-white photographs.

    "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

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

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