Match Events

Match Events are activities held in local areas where you are invited to meet other members face-to-face.

Match Events are a low-pressure, fun way to mingle with other members in your area. We're facilitating various events and icebreaker activities at events around the country, so keep an eye out for details in your event description. Overall, we aim to provide a fun environment where it's easy to cross the room and start a conversation.

If you attend an activity-based event, your experience will tend to be more guided and facilitated.

You will be informed of events in your area by a personal invitation via email, along with a notification on our website. Our events fill up quickly, so if you receive an invitation, please RSVP quickly to ensure a reserved spot!

RSVP for Match Events

Do I have to RSVP before attending a Match event?

Yes. Due to our need to adhere to capacity constraints at each venue, you must RSVP to attend an event. In addition, if you are planning on bringing friends, you must have a friend ticket for them. If you are eligible to attend an event, follow the prompts through your invitation to RSVP.

What happens if the event is saying it is full?

If the event is showing full, we are unable to assist you with an RSVP as we are limited to the capacity available at the venue. However, you should keep checking back. Many times, additional spots may be opened once we achieve an even balance of men and women. We post new events all the time and popular events are often ones we repeat in the future.

Match Event Cost

How much do Match Events cost?

The cost associated with each event varies by event type. Please see the event details page for information on pricing.

What is included in the cost for happy hour events?

In most cases, drinks or food will not be provided at happy hours; however, check your event details for any specials provided for that particular event. You'll enjoy an exclusive space and the great company of other members like you. For activity-based events, if food and drinks are included, it will be shown on the event invitation.

Canceling RSVP

What happens if I need to cancel my RSVP?

All paid event tickets are non-refundable.

What happens if an event is canceled?

In the case where we need to cancel an event, all members who RSVP'd would be notified via email and through the website. If a cost is associated with the event, refunds will be issued right away, but it may take 5-7 days for the funds to be returned to your financial institution.

It's always smart to check the event page the day of your event to make sure there are no changes made to the event. If it has been canceled, it will say: "This event has been canceled and refunded."

Match Event Invitation

If you are invited to attend an event, you will be notified via email, website notification, or mobile web. We can't promise that every member will be able to attend an event. The number of events can vary per month in a given market and we do not have events in all areas. Invitees are selected based on geographic location, along with other age and gender preferences for the specific event.

You can see if an event is in your area by clicking the Events tab at the top of any Match page on your computer. You can also view events scheduled in other cities by clicking Change City at the top of your events page.

Match Event Details

What should I wear?

First, you'll want to keep in mind the nature of the event, what you'll be doing, the weather, etc. In general, you can think of most events as smart casual. Some members come straight from work, while others may be in jeans, slacks, or a casual dress. We encourage you to wear something you feel comfortable in given the type of event.

Where should I park for the event?

If you have questions about parking at the event, you should visit the event page for more information. If you still have questions or concerns, please check the venue's website or contact them directly.

How can I see who else is going?

While you cannot see attendees before the event, we publish a list of all the attendees on the site once the event has ended. To see the event attendees, go to the Events link located in the Match site header and look for your Past Events at the bottom of the page. On the page, you will be asked to indicate whether or not you attended the event and to fill out a brief survey. Once complete, you will see the attendee information for each event you attended.

If I meet someone at an event that I'd like to keep communicating with, how should I go about providing my contact information?

We encourage you to treat Match events like any other social situation. If you prefer to keep your personal information private for the time being, just share your username on Match instead!

Will security be provided at the local events?

Match does not provide additional security aside from what is already provided by the venue. We remind our members to keep the Match Dating and Safety Tips in mind for any type of social encounter. Please be sure to report any safety concerns to the event host and venue staff.

How much of my information does Match share with event partners?

Match respects your privacy. Your first name, last name initial, gender, and whether or not you are a member or guest are the only pieces of information we provide Match event partners. This information is used for check-in purposes only.

How will I receive my ticket?

You will receive an Email Confirmation to your email. If you are having trouble locating the Confirmation Email login into your Match account.  Select the Events tab, you will see "Your are attending" underneath the event you have signed up for. This confirms that your name will be on the list at check-in.

Can I bring a friend?

Most of the time, you'll be able to invite a limited number of friends (the number varies depending on the venue), although invites may become limited as the reservations fill up. Friends don't have to be Match members, and you'll be prompted to pay for and reserve tickets for yourself and any friends you choose to invite when you RSVP.

Pricing for paid events is determined by the venue and may be different for men vs. women. You just need to indicate how many friends of each gender will be attending. If an event is not sold out and you have not purchased the maximum number of friend tickets, you may purchase additional friend tickets after you've purchased your own.

Hosting a Match Event

If you are a vendor and would like to host an event, visit http://www.match.com/hostevent/ and fill out the form. If you are a member, you can also access the form from the event's main page. The events team will review your information and reach out to you if interested.

After the Match Event

If I meet someone at an event that I'd like to keep communicating with, how should I go about providing my contact information?

We encourage you to treat Match events like any other social situation. If you prefer to keep your personal information private for the time being, just share your username on Match instead! Also, you can view the profiles of members who attended after the event is over on the Past Events page. To view this page, click the Events link in the Match header and look for your past events at the bottom of the page.

Why don't I see a specific member's profile on the Past Events page?

If you notice a profile of an attendee is missing from the Past Events page, it could either be because that member has chosen to hide their profile or they were a friend of another Match member. If they are a member, once they choose to make it visible again, it will appear on this page.