Meet IRL | Curated Speed Dating | Gold Coast | Ages 28-38 at Hopsmith Chicago – Chicago, IL

Looking to meet someone great in person? Our speed dating events, sponsored by Eligible In, bring together compatible singles in a fun, low-pressure setting designed to spark real connections.

This specific event is for our community of folks ages 28-38 that are interested in male/female dating. Check out our other upcoming events if this one isn’t for you!

How it works:

• Purchase your ticket based on your age and gender—you’ll tell us who you’re hoping to meet later.
• After checkout, check your confirmation email for a link to set up your profile in our Meet IRL app.
• In the app, you’ll answer a few quick questions to help us match you with the most compatible people in the room!

What to expect:

• We’re a small, local business and we care deeply about creating high-quality, welcoming events. We’ll be there throughout the event to facilitate, answer questions, and make sure you have a great experience.
• Arrive between 6:30–6:45pm to check in, grab a drink, and mingle.
• Speed dating rounds start promptly at 6:45pm. The timing of this event is important, so please arrive no later than 6:45pm.
• You’ll rotate through about 8–10 one-on-one “mini dates” at different tables. Think of each round as a vibe check – short, intentional conversations with optional prompts to keep things flowing.
• We’ll wrap up the structured rounds around 8:30pm, but we encourage you to stick around, grab a drink, and continue your conversations!
• After the event, you’ll be connected with mutual matches so you can continue to build on the initial spark!
• Hopsmith has great food, so we recommend coming early or staying after to grab a bite! Eating while speed dating is not recommended.

• Street parking might be a little tricky, but not impossible at this time of day. This venue is also right off the red line or the 36/70/22 bus lines.

Introducing Eligible In

Our Curated Speed Dating Winter Series is sponsored by Eligible In! Eligible in is a new Chicago-based dating newsletter and podcast that highlights amazing local singles who are seeking something meaningful. Just like us, they believe real connection starts with actually getting to know someone — not swiping on strangers based on a few random prompts. If you’re ready to put yourself out there and show other Chicago singles what you’re all about (or have a great single friend you’d like to nominate), click here! You can also sign up for their newsletter for subscriber-exclusive features or give the podcast a listen here.

Access Notes:

• The second floor at Hopsmith is accessed via a flight of stairs, with no elevator access.
• Masks are available upon request.
• This event involves frequent moving between tables and standing for periods of time; if this is difficult for any reason, just let us know ahead of the event and we’ll make a plan.
• For any other accessibility needs, please reach out before the event—we’ll do our best to accommodate.
• Sliding scale tickets are available—email us at heythere@meetirlco.com.