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50+ Singles Events
50+ Singles Events
50+ singles events across Australia — good venues, good company, no apps
You know who you are and what you want — and it isn’t another dating app built for 25-year-olds. Merge’s 50+ singles events bring interesting people together at great venues for a relaxed night out, with hosts who make it easy to say hello.
50+ Singles Events - Upcoming Events
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Windsor | Singles Event | Luxe Cocktail Bar | Friday 13th November | 50 & Over
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Northcote Singles Mixer | Northside Wines | Friday 13th November | 50 & Over
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Southern Highlands Singles Event | The Gibraltar | Sunday 15th November | 45 & Over
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Brookvale | Singles Event | Nomad’s Brewing Co | Sunday 15th November | 50 & Over
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Port Macquarie | Singles Event | Black Duck Brewery | Friday 20th November | 50s & 60s
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Orange Singles Event | Stockman’s Ridge Wines | Saturday 21st November | 50s & 60s
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Katoomba Singles Event | Bootlegger Bar | Sunday 22nd November | 45 & Over
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Glebe | Singles Mixer | Nag’s Head Hotel | Wednesday 25th November | 50-60
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St Kilda | Singles Mixer | Ellora | Wednesday 25th November | 50s & 60s
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Miranda | Singles Mixer | Rocco’s | Thursday 26th November | 55 & Over
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Brisbane | Singles Mixer | Caxton Street Brewing | Sunday 29th November | 55 & Over
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Wollongong | Singles Mixer | Halfway Bar | Thursday 3rd December | 50s & 60s
About 50+ Singles Events
50+ Singles Events — Good Venues, Good Company
The 50+ dating scene in Australia has needed something like Merge for a long time. Not speed dating — that’s uncomfortable at any age. Not dating apps — they’re exhausting, superficial, and skewed heavily young. Just a relaxed night at a good venue with other singles at the same stage of life.
That’s what we do. Good venues, good hosts, and a night that’s relaxed without being stiff. No timers, no questionnaires, no name tags.
Our 50+ events have no upper age limit. Singles in their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond are all welcome.
The Right Life Stage
Meet people at the same stage of life — no games.
Good Venues
Good venues, conversation volume, not a nightclub in sight.
No Upper Age Limit
50s, 60s, 70s and beyond — everyone is welcome at our over-50 events.
Why Choose Merge for 50+ Singles Events?
- People Who Get Where You're At The best thing about 50+ events is the crowd. Established, interesting, self-aware — people who've lived enough to have good conversations and know what they're actually looking for.
- Venues Where You Can Actually TalkWe pick venues where you can actually talk. No shouting over loud music, no nightclub crowds.
- Go at Your Own Pace Our hosts say hi at the door and get the room talking. Mingle as much or as little as you like.
What Happens at a Merge 50+ Singles Events Event
From arrival to connection – here’s exactly what your evening looks like.
Arrive & Settle In
Doors open. Show your ticket, grab a drink, get comfortable. No rush – take your time getting settled in.
Mingle, Drink, Connect
The room fills up naturally. Jump into conversation, find a spot at the bar, or let someone come to you. No structure, no pressure.
Icebreakers
Your host gets everyone involved with light, easy icebreakers – fun rather than cringe – transforming the energy and creating a great social environment.
The Evening is Yours
For the next couple of hours, the floor is yours. Keep conversations going, start new ones, swap numbers when it feels right.
Wrap Up
The official event wraps up. Some people head off, some keep the night going nearby. Whatever happens next is entirely up to you.
What People Are Saying About Merge Dating
Don’t just take our word for it.
Other Merge Nights
Not quite your thing? Here’s what else we run.
Christian Singles Events
Meet Christian singles at a nice night out. Shared faith, good company, zero pressure.
Corporate Singles Events
After-work drinks, except everyone's single. For busy professionals with no time for the apps.
Under 35s
Your 20s and early 30s, minus the swiping. Good bars, good crowd, see where it goes.
35-50 Years
For people who know what they want — and don't want to spend six weeks texting to find out.
50+ Singles
Great venues, good conversation, and a crowd at the same stage of life as you.
Christian Singles Events
Meet singles who share your values in a warm, welcoming space built for genuine connection.
Christian Singles Events
Meet Christian singles at a nice night out. Shared faith, good company, zero pressure.
Corporate Singles Events
After-work drinks, except everyone's single. For busy professionals with no time for the apps.
Under 35s
Your 20s and early 30s, minus the swiping. Good bars, good crowd, see where it goes.
35-50 Years
For people who know what they want — and don't want to spend six weeks texting to find out.
50+ Singles
Great venues, good conversation, and a crowd at the same stage of life as you.
Christian Singles Events
Meet singles who share your values in a warm, welcoming space built for genuine connection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an upper age limit?
No. Our 50+ events have no upper age limit. Singles in their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond are all welcome.
Is the venue accessible?
We select venues with accessibility in mind. Contact info@mergedating.com.au with any specific accessibility questions.
What kind of people attend 50+ events?
A real mix — divorced, widowed, never married, recently single. People from all walks of life who are ready to meet someone.
Can I come alone?
Absolutely. Most people do — and our hosts ensure no one feels out of place.
Are 50+ events available in my area?
Venue details are on each event listing — check mergedating.com.au/events for what's coming up near you.
"I only went as a wing-woman and had zero expectations. Five months later I'm still with the guy I met that night — planning our future together."
Fran & Partner