Speed dating began in the late 1990s within the Los Angeles Jewish community and popularised a rapid, structured way for singles to meet. Blink Speed Dating in Australia follows that template: short one-on-one mini-dates, a private match method (card or app), and post-event contact sharing for mutual matches. Event details - locations, pricing and reported match rates - vary by organiser and should be confirmed with Blink's current listings.

Where speed dating came from

Speed dating traces back to the late 1990s, when members of the Los Angeles Jewish community organized short, structured meet-and-greets to help singles connect. Rabbi Yaacov Deyo and Aish HaTorah are commonly credited with the idea in 1998.

Blink's format and appeal

Blink Speed Dating (the Australian brand described here) uses the same basic format: a series of short one-on-one conversations where attendees rotate after a fixed period. Typical mini-dates run between five and ten minutes, long enough to assess chemistry and short enough to meet many people in a single evening.

Participants use a private match card or an app to mark people they'd like to see again. If two people indicate mutual interest, the organiser shares contact details so they can follow up. Many modern speed-dating operators offer digital match lists the day after an event; some still use paper cards at the venue.

What to expect at a Blink event

Events aim to be social and low-pressure. Hosts often arrange for drinks and a reserved space in a bar or lounge. Attendees typically purchase a ticket in advance; some events have discount pricing for groups who register together. Hosts set the timing, the number of rotations and the rules for sharing matches.

Results and reach

Speed dating is designed to create multiple first impressions in one night and to reduce the awkwardness of blind set-ups. Individual success rates vary widely by city, event size and attendee mix. Historical press coverage helped popularise several local brands, but claims about specific match rates or national market leadership are hard to verify without current data.

Blink Speed Dating has been mentioned in Australian media and has run events across multiple cities in Australia and New Zealand, but the exact list of active locations changes over time and should be checked before booking.

Practical tips

  • Arrive with a clear, concise introduction and one or two good questions to keep each mini-date flowing.
  • Be honest on your match card or app; mutual matches are the only way contact details are shared.
  • Treat the night as a way to practise conversation and meet people, not as a guarantee of a long-term relationship.

Final note

The speed-dating model - brief, structured encounters followed by mutual opt-in contact sharing - remains a practical option for singles who prefer in-person introductions. For up-to-date details about Blink's current events, pricing and match policies, check the organiser's official channels before you book. 1
  1. Confirm whether Blink Speed Dating currently operates and list of active cities/venues.
  2. Verify historical media coverage claims (W! Network, Sunrise, The Today Show) specific to Blink Speed Dating.
  3. Check current pricing and group discount policies for Blink Speed Dating events.
  4. Confirm any published match rate statistics (for example, the 87% mutual match claim) and their source.
  5. Verify the timeframe for sharing contact details after events (same night vs next day) for Blink Speed Dating.

FAQs about Blink Speed Dating

What is speed dating and where did it start?
Speed dating is a format of brief, timed one-on-one meetings that let many singles meet in one session. It started in the late 1990s in Los Angeles; Rabbi Yaacov Deyo and members of the Aish HaTorah community are commonly credited with creating the format.
How does Blink Speed Dating work?
Blink events follow the standard model: attendees rotate through several short mini-dates and mark people they'd like to see again using a private match card or app. If interest is mutual, organisers share contact details so matches can follow up.
Do I get my matches immediately?
Many organisers provide a digital or paper summary of mutual matches after the event, often the next day. Delivery timing varies by organiser, so confirm with the event listing.
Are matches guaranteed?
No. Outcomes depend on the attendees, event size and chemistry. Some events publish success statistics, but those figures vary and require verification.
Where are Blink events held?
Blink has run events across Australia and New Zealand in the past, but active locations change. Check the organiser's official schedule for current cities and venues.

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