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The basics
What is TheCitySet?
TheCitySet hosts structured dating events for singles who love their city. Each evening is seated and host-led, held at a neighborhood venue the locals already love, and built so you meet everyone in the room, one relaxed conversation at a time.
Is this speed dating?
It's our modern take on it. The idea is the same, meeting a room of singles one conversation at a time, but without the bells, name tags and rushed feel. We call it structured dating: seated, host-led and unhurried, with longer conversations and a relaxed venue.
Who comes to TheCitySet evenings?
Locals who love where they live: the ones who are first at the farmers market, regulars at the place on the corner and always know what's on this weekend. Guests come from all walks of life; what they share is a love of their city and an interest in meeting someone in person.
How is this different from a dating app?
You meet real people, face to face, in one evening. No swiping, no endless messaging and no guessing from photos. You get a feel for someone's warmth and humor in minutes, and a match only happens when the interest is mutual.
Is TheCitySet only for dating?
Yes. TheCitySet evenings are for singles looking to meet someone. If you'd rather make new friends or grow a professional network, the Constellation has separate brands built for those.
Booking & attending
How do I reserve my place?
Choose your city on our Our Cities page, pick an evening and book online. You'll get a confirmation email, and your name goes on the guest list. All reservations are made in advance; we don't take payment at the door.
What happens if an evening is sold out?
Evenings fill quickly. Email us at info@thecityset.com to join the waitlist, and check back, since spots sometimes open up at the last minute.
What time should I arrive?
Arrive at the start time listed for your evening. We wait until everyone has arrived and is settled before we begin, so there's time to grab a drink and get comfortable.
How long does an evening last?
Most evenings run about two hours, including a short intermission. The exact length depends on how many guests are attending, and you're welcome to stay and mingle afterward.
How many people will I meet?
Most evenings welcome between 16 and 40 singles, depending on the city and the night. That's plenty of new faces without feeling overwhelming, and the rotation means you meet everyone in your group.
What should I wear?
Dress as you would for a first date at a nice neighborhood spot. Polished and comfortable always works.
I'm outside the listed age range. Can I still come?
Each evening lists an age range as a guide to who you'll meet. It's a suggestion rather than a hard rule, so if you're close to the range and would enjoy the room, you're welcome.
Can I come with a friend?
Absolutely. Bringing a friend can make the evening more fun. Just book a place for each of you; you'll each meet the room on your own during the rotation.
Is food included?
Drinks are ordered from the venue. Some venues offer light bites, but food isn't included unless the event listing says so.
Matches & the Smart-Card
What is the Smart-Card?
Your Smart-Card is your private scorecard for the evening. After booking, you'll get an email inviting you to log in. It works in your phone's browser, so there's no app to download. During the evening you mark anyone you'd like to see again.
How do matches work?
A match happens when two people pick each other on their Smart-Cards. Make your final picks by midnight, then log back in: for each match, you'll see the other person's first name and email address so you can reach out.
Can anyone see who I picked?
No. Your picks are private. Nobody sees who you chose, and nobody knows who you didn't. Contact details are only shared when the interest is mutual.
How long is each conversation?
Each conversation lasts six to seven minutes. That's long enough to get a real sense of someone and short enough that you'll meet the whole room. At larger evenings, rotations may be slightly shorter.
What if I don't get any matches?
It happens, and it's no reflection on you; chemistry is hard to predict. Many guests come back, and guests who stand out for the right reasons are invited into the CitySet Circle and back as our guests.
Policies & the Circle
What is the CitySet Circle?
A free, invite-only community. You can't apply: our hosts notice guests who put others at ease, listen well and leave people smiling, and invite them in. Circle members are invited back as our guests, here and across the Constellation, and may be considered as a match for Luvo Matchmaking's clients, at no cost. About the Circle
Why do some evenings appear on more than one site?
Many of our evenings are shared by MyCheekyDate, Relish and TheCitySet. Each brand draws a different kind of guest: people who lead with humor, career-minded professionals, and locals who love their city. Sharing one room means you meet people beyond your usual type, and that's what makes the evening worth coming to.
We call it “One evening, three ways in.” The date, venue and time are the same on every site, and each shared evening is labeled as shared on its listing. You only need one ticket.
What is your conduct policy?
Kindness is the house rule. We have zero tolerance for rudeness or inappropriate behavior of any kind, and anyone who falls short is removed and permanently banned, so everyone can enjoy the room.
Can I pay at the door or by phone?
All reservations and payments are made securely online, in advance. If you need help, contact us at info@thecityset.com or 866-WE-SPEED (866-937-7333).
What if I can't make my evening?
Life happens. Email us at info@thecityset.com and we'll move you to another evening. Five days' notice or five seconds, we'll always move you, and your ticket never expires. That's The CitySet Guarantee.
What if you cancel or reschedule an evening?
You can request a full refund, directly from us. Just email info@thecityset.com; you never need to go through Eventbrite. If you'd rather, we're just as happy to move you to the new date.
Why does the Eventbrite listing say “no refunds”?
Because no one can promise love or a particular outcome from an evening, so we can't refund an evening because you didn't meet someone. It never limits The CitySet Guarantee: if we cancel or reschedule, your refund comes directly from us, and if you can't make your evening, your ticket stays valid.
What is the Constellation?
TheCitySet is part of the Constellation, a group of in-person brands for dating, friendship and networking, hosting evenings since 2007 in 50+ cities, plus Luvo Matchmaking, which introduces from their circles. All are operated by The Cheeky Lab, LLC. Meet the Constellation
Ask us anything.
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