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27 August 2026

These organizers host singles events in Oslo.

Tired of swiping? You're not alone; in recent years, several alternatives for IRL dating have popped up in Oslo. Check out these organizers if you want to try the "old-fashioned way."

Pitch-A-Friend Oslo The concept that has taken off internationally (started in Seattle, now in cities like Milwaukee, Berlin, and Manila) has arrived in Oslo. Friends give short PowerPoint presentations explaining why their best friend is a great catch, the audience can ask questions, and everyone mingles afterward. Hosted at pubs and bars around Oslo – stay tuned via @pitchafriend.oslo on Instagram.

Smingel Single & Mingle – or Smingel, as it is also known as – regularly hosts speed dating and mingle nights at O'Learys Vika, divided by age groups (20–35, 30–45, 40–55, 45–59, and 50–65 years old). You get a short mini-date with everyone in your age bracket, and afterward, you can choose who you'd like to get to know better via their website.

Oslo Mingle Organizes varied group activities for singles, where the only requirement is that you are single. The focus is on making it fun and low-pressure to meet new people – no performance pressure, just group activities. Check them out at @oslomingle.