Ever dreamt of a meet-cute in a library? Now that dream can come true.

This autumn, State Library Victoria is partnering with Crush Club to host one of Melbourne’s largest speed dating events in one of Melbourne's most romantic buildings.

Set underneath the iconic Dome and within The Ian Potter Queen’s Hall, singles will break out into groups and enjoy 5-minute one-on- one speed dates with potential suitors. Conversations will be aided by prompts on the tables with questions to spark connection, flirtation, laughter, and the occasional healthy debate – from whether Ross and Rachel were really on a break, to sharing a memorable (or hilariously bad) first date story.

Doors open from 6pm, where you are invited to explore the Library’s exhibition Rebel Heart: Love Letters and Other Declarations, enjoy a drink from the bar and mingle.

Feeling nervous? Consider bringing a friend along, or that single housemate, colleague, or mutual friend you don’t fancy, but who might be perfect for someone else.

Who?

Ages 20-50+. Straight session.

A Queer session will be happening on the 30th April, see link to tickets here.

When?

Tuesday, 28th April

What to Expect:

Attendees will be grouped by age bracket: 20-30, 30-40, 40-50, and 50-60, with separate sessions running across different spaces within the Library. If you're in between age groups, pick whichever group you'd prefer to be a part of.

Ages 20-40

Doors open: 6:15pm
Speed dating: 7:00-8:30pm
Location: Ian Potter Queen’s Hall

Guests are invited to arrive from 6:00pm to explore the Library’s exhibition Rebel Heart: Love Letters and Other Declarations on the ground floor, enjoy a drink from the bar, and mingle before speed dating begins.

Ages 40+

Doors open: 7:30pm
Speed dating: 8:30-10:00pm
Location: La Trobe Reading Room

Guests can arrive from 7:30pm to enjoy the exhibition, relax with a drink, and socialise ahead of the speed dating session.

Please note:

This event is for people aged 20 years and over.
Any inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated on the night. Staff have the right to remove any attendees on the night at their own discretion.
Photos and videos will be taken on the night to be used on social media.
For information regarding State Library Victoria's venue access and inclusion, please refer to https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/visit/access-and-inclusion or contact our Access and Inclusion Librarian on 03 8664 7005 or email accessinclusion@slv.vic.gov.au.
Tickets are non-refundable. If you can no longer attend, you can resell your ticket via Humanitix once your ticket type has sold out closer to the event date. A refund will only be issued if your ticket is successfully purchased by another guest. The replacement attendee must match the original ticket type, including age range and gender category.

Contact the host of Speed Dating at State Library Victoria: Straight Session