Mingle at the Museum

Curated especially for your comfort, Mingle at the Museum features inclusive, fun activities, as well as all the usual things that make a party great – stunning venue (check), excellent tunes from DJ Marjorie Sinclair (check), delicious food and drink from our friends at Tuitui Museum Café & Bistro (check), as well as assistance from our “ice-breaker” friends (check!).

We'll welcome you, give you a name badge, and our MC will tell you everything you need to know. You just need to put your best foot forward, get yourself through the door, and we'll do the rest.

What activities are on offer?

Mingle at the Museum doesn't have a formal speed dating element; it's all about good old-fashioned mingling. Our legendary icebreakers will be on the lookout for unengaged singles to swoop up and drop into small group activities - from a speed quiz and a Mingle bingo game full of challenges, to double dates and dates where you get to sketch (judgement-free). Or join the Birds & the Beasts torch light tour throughout the night. We'll take you into the darkened galleries and perhaps you'll be inspired by the wild 'dating' behaviour of our animal friends.

But remember, everything is opt-in and -out able, so you can choose to join in, only when you're vibing.

For those who need a sensory break during the evening, there'll be designated quiet nooks, with lower lights and a calmer atmosphere; just the space to recharge your batteries before diving back in.

And don't miss the opportunity for an exclusive viewing of our major exhibition, Wildlife Photographer of the Year. This exhibition, direct from the Natural History Museum in London, shines a light on powerful and fascinating images that capture hidden animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world.