Pitch Your Mate is a hilarious, fresh twist on dating, coming to The Tryst in Kramerville, Sandton, on Thursday 16 July 2026 from 18:30 to 21:30. Instead of awkward one-on-one encounters, friends take to the stage to pitch their single mates to a room full of open-minded strangers, followed by food, drinks and plenty of mingling. Pitch Your Mate turns the search for connection into a genuinely entertaining night out.
What to expect from Pitch Your Mate
The concept behind Pitch Your Mate is delightfully simple and endlessly fun. Friends step up to sing the praises of their single companions, sharing funny stories and glowing recommendations in front of a welcoming, curious crowd. The result is a warm, low-pressure atmosphere where laughter comes easily and the usual nerves of dating melt away.
After the pitching, the evening opens up into a relaxed social gathering with food, drinks and mingling, giving attendees the chance to connect naturally. Whether you are single and hoping to meet someone, a supportive friend doing the pitching, or simply along for the entertainment, Pitch Your Mate promises a night of good humour and great company.
A fun social night in Sandton
The Tryst in Kramerville is a stylish and sociable venue, perfectly suited to an event as lively and interactive as Pitch Your Mate. Its relaxed, upmarket setting helps put everyone at ease, creating the ideal backdrop for laughter, conversation and new connections.
The mid-week evening timing makes this a great way to break up the routine and add some fun to your week. It is an especially appealing option for groups of friends looking for something different to do together, or for anyone keen to approach dating from a more light-hearted, sociable angle.
Given its unique concept and entertaining format, Pitch Your Mate is expected to be popular. Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot for a night of fun, laughter and possibly even a spark or two.
Why book Pitch Your Mate
the event reinvents the dating night as a genuinely funny, feel-good social event. Whether you come to meet someone, support a friend or simply enjoy the show, it offers a refreshing and memorable evening out.
Round up your friends, prepare your best pitch and head to The Tryst for a night to remember. this social night promises laughter, connection and fun in Sandton this July.
Booking details
Date: Thursday 16 July 2026, 18:30 to 21:30.
Venue: The Tryst, 20 Archimedes St, Kramerville, Sandton.
Price: R200 – R360.
Booking: Tickets for the evening are available on Quicket.
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Dating with a sense of humour
What makes this event work so well is the way it takes the pressure out of meeting new people. By putting friends in charge of the introductions, the format sidesteps the awkwardness of traditional dating and replaces it with warmth, laughter and genuine personality. Guests get to see potential matches through the affectionate eyes of the people who know them best, which often reveals far more than a dating profile ever could. Add great food, drinks and a relaxed venue, and you have a night out that is entertaining whether or not you leave with a phone number.
