Single in the City: Where to find love in Cape Town this July
Who says a date has to be all serious candlelight and Kenny G in the background? Sometimes, the best kind of date is tapping into your inner kid, letting loose, and having a blast playing games at Barcadia – the perfect mix of bar and arcade.
What to expect:
Over 100 singles ready to have fun
Maybe some flirty glances flying over the air hockey table
Plenty of laughs and good vibes – exactly what we all need
Event details:
Date: 17 July
Time: 7 pm
Age: 21 and older
Tickets: Between R150 and R240. Click here to purchase a ticket.
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