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Roll for Romance
Roll for Romance took place on Fri, 18 Sept 2026 at 6:30 pm (GMT+12) at Cakes n Ladders (Board Game Cafe) in Auckland, New Zealand, and runs until 9:00 pm.
About this event
Speed dating games replace awkward small talk with laughter and connection. Rotating mixed-gender groups let attendees meet new people while enjoying drinks. The event offers an easy way to make matches without board game experience.
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Speed dating…but make it actually fun. If you’ve ever sat through an awkward first date or cringed your way through small talk, this one’s for you. We’re swapping interview-style dating for games, laughter, and effortless connection. No board game experience needed, just show up, grab a drink, and let the games do the talking. What to Expect: 🎲 Fun, easy games - think Giant Jenga, party classics & quick rounds (no Monopoly marathons here!) 💬 Rotating mixed-gender groups. You'll stick with your same-gendered group, and rotate around to meet everyone of the opposite gender. 📩 Matchmaking follow-up—you tell us who you clicked with, and we’ll connect you after 💡 90% of attendees at our last event made a connection. But worst case? You just had a great night out with fun people. We manage the gender ratio for these events. If your gender is showing as sold out, join the waitlist! You'll get a notification if there are cancellations or if additional tickets are released. Kind words ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Great location, the hosts were very nice, explained the games and made everything nice and easy. Very well organised so thank you for setting up a great evening" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I just got out of a relationship and wasn’t sure I was ‘ready’ for dating. But this didn’t feel like a dating event, just a good time with a lovely group of humans. No regrets." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Hosts were lovely and very welcoming approachable and helpful." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Tbh I nearly bailed on this, wasn’t sure about the 'board games' part, but actually was really fun. def coming again. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "It was a terrific venue, a very fun time, great beer. Fun games. Awesome to meet new people " ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I was worried it’d be weird or forced, but nah. Chill as. easy convos and a really fun night. Just book the ticket, you won’t regret it." Recommended age 25-39 As featured on The Spinoff. Check out Comedians Bryn and Ku's experience attending this event here [Video] Not your vibe? Check out our other upcoming events on our website! By purchasing a ticket you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms & Conditions.
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Details
- When
- Fri, 18 Sept 2026 · 6:30 pm (GMT+12) · until 9:00 pm
- Where
- Cakes n Ladders (Board Game Cafe)
- Address
- 173 Symonds Street, Eden Terrace, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
- Price
- $45 +
- Genre
- Games & Competitions
Questions
- When was Roll for Romance?
- Fri, 18 Sept 2026 at 6:30 pm GMT+12.
- Where was Roll for Romance?
- Cakes n Ladders (Board Game Cafe), 173 Symonds Street, Eden Terrace, Auckland 1010, New Zealand, Auckland, New Zealand.
- What time did Roll for Romance end?
- It runs until 9:00 pm.
