Thursday | Floating Bar Takeover | Melbourne

Thursday at Yarra Botanica – Summer Singles Night Under the Stars☀️💘

Kick off 2026 with a night that feels like the fresh start you’ve been waiting for. We’re taking over Yarra Botanica on January 8th for an open air summer session with 150 of Melbourne’s most eligible singles.

This floating bar on the Yarra is all about relaxed riverfront vibes, stunning city views, and that golden hour glow that makes everyone look just a little extra dateable. With multiple outdoor decks, great drinks, and the perfect summer breeze, it’s the ideal place to ease back into the first week of work.

Thursday events are designed to feel effortless. No awkward setups, no speed dating, just a bar filled with people who actually want to meet in real life. Come grab a drink in the sun, spark a chat, and maybe find the person you’ll be spending 2026 with.

📍 Yarra Botanica
📅 Thursday January 8th
⏰ 7:00pm
🎯 150 singles 

Your summer love story starts here.

🌟 150+ Singles, one Beach.

✨ $20 Early Bird Ticket, $25 General Admission Ticket, $30 On The Door Ticket Opened at 9pm on evening of the event.

🎫 When the event sells out, there will be more tickets released at 9PM on the day of the event and entrance will be at the venues/hosts discretion.

⏰ PLEASE AIM TO ARRIVE FOR 7.00PM START!

 NO REFUNDS. 18+

✅ You do not need to match with someone on the dating app to come to an event.

🥰 Many attendees (40%) come by themselves, so even if you’re the only single in your friendship group, don’t hesitate to join us solo. You’ll find yourself in great company.

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