Do I need to be pitched to attend?

Not at all. You can attend as a single, a pitcher (wingperson), or just a social guest who's open to meeting new people. There's a spot for every role.

Does the person being pitched need to know in advance?

Yes, consent is essential. The person being pitched must know and agree to participate. We include guidance on this when pitchers register.

Are pitches recorded?

We may capture event content for social media, but we'll always be transparent about this upfront. If you'd prefer not to be filmed, let us know when you register.

Do attendees need to be single?

If you're attending as a single or to be pitched, yes. But friends coming to pitch someone, or social guests open to making new connections, are very welcome regardless of relationship status.

Who creates the pitch deck?

A friend, sibling, or wingperson. We give them a template and prompt guide — they just make it fun, warm, and authentically you. Think short PowerPoint, not a roast.

Is this speed dating?

Not at all. No timed rounds, no buzzers. Just a room full of people, great energy, live presentations, and free mingling. The night flows naturally.

Can brands and venues partner with us?

Absolutely. We have four tiered partnership packages from entry visibility to headline naming rights. Email hello@pitchandhitch.co.za for the full deck.

Where will events be held?

We're launching in Johannesburg, partnering with lifestyle venues — restaurants, bars, and event spaces that create the right atmosphere. Venue details drop with each event announcement.

spots available

Don't miss Joburg's freshest social night

Joburg's first friend-pitched singles night · 2026

ForgetSwiping.Be Pitched.

Your best friend takes the stage with a PowerPoint of 5-slides just about you, all about you. No apps, no swiping. Just the person who knows you best doing the talking.

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Now Presenting

Jess, 28

Joburg

“Obsessed with good food, my dog, and karaoke nights that go way too late.”

SpontaneousSarcasticAdventurous

Kat says: “Slide 3 is a highlight reel”

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The Pitch

Mingle

Spark

Two friends laughing and planning together

Arrive

Nominate Your Person

Sign up yourself or nominate a single friend. Either way, someone who truly knows you is about to go to bat for your love life.

The Pitch

5 Slides. All You.

Your wingperson takes the stage with a PowerPoint — five warm, funny slides celebrating the real you in front of 60+ singles.

People mingling naturally at a warm social event

Mingle

The Floor Is Yours.

Pitches done. Room opens. No buzzers, no timed rounds — just good music, great drinks, and whoever just caught your eye.

Two people raising glasses in a genuine moment of connection

Spark

You'll Know.

Chemistry isn't subtle. No chat windows, no right-swipes — just two people in the same room and the courage to say hello.

A night on a dating app

Discover

Joburg · 5–25 km away

47 new today

🙂

Alex, 29

Software engineer. "I like hiking"

😕

Riley, 30

"Netflix. Long walks. Just ask 😊"

😶

Morgan, 28

Just ask! 😊

Your matches

0 matches

Tap to ask

Hey! How's your week going? 👋

😐

Sam

Hey! How's your week?

5d ago
Faded out

😕

Riley

Last seen 3 days ago...

1w ago

😮‍💨

200 swipes

0 matches · 0 replies · 0 dates.
You close the app.

A night at Pitch & Hitch

Thabo, 30

Pitched by Kagiso · Table 4 · Pitch 1 of 3

Presenting

“He cried at the end of Ratatouille. That's the whole pitch.”

34 people reacting right now

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7:00 PM — Arrive

You check in. Someone hands you a drink. The room already feels good.

😂

7:45 PM — Pitches

The room laughs. You learn more about someone in 5 minutes than 3 months on an app.

⚡

9:30 PM — Still here

Laughing with strangers who feel like new friends. You haven't checked your phone once.

❤️

1 night

Real connections. In a real room.No swiping. No ghosting. Just chemistry.

Why Pitch & Hitch

Built different.
By design.

The honest case for meeting in person

The old way

Swipe on a curated photo

Hope the algorithm agrees

Wait. Refresh. Repeat.

Explain yourself to a stranger

Chase matches that go nowhere

Pitch & Hitch way

Be championed by someone who loves you

Let your best friend tell your story

Walk into a room already known

The crowd hears the real you

Connection — not curation

Pilot spots · Joburg 2026

Intentionally small — so every room feels like a room, not a crowd.

For Singles & Wingpeople

The single being pitched, the friend pitching, or just someone open to new people. Every role is welcome.

The Pitch & Hitch guarantee

Even if sparks don't fly,
good energy will.

6–10

Pitches per night

~90

Room size

None.

Apps required

Respect

Respect Comes Standard

Every pitch is fun, kind, and consent-based. Pitch & Hitch is about celebrating people — not embarrassing them.

Energy

Low Stakes, High Energy

Group energy, live Q&A, laughter, free mingling. No buzzers, no pressure. Even if romance doesn't happen, you'll leave with new friends.

Joburg

Joburg's Fresh Alternative

Not anti-app — just pro-real-life. A different option for people ready to meet in a room, with laughter, in a city that's ready for it.

From the pitch floor

"HecriedattheendofRatatouille.That'sthewholepitch."

— Slide 5, Thabo's pitch · Joburg pilot

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Partners

Every partner hastheir own place.

Two flexible partnership tiers. One unforgettable singles experience. Each package has its own visibility, reach and controlled amount of brand magic.

Venue

Venue Partner

Provide an aligned venue for a lively, curated singles experience and gain access to a vibrant, socially active audience.

Foot TrafficEvent Host CreditSocial Exposure

Brand

Brand Partner

Logo placement, social media mention and selected event visibility before and during the experience — putting your brand in front of a modern, socially active audience.

Logo PlacementSocial MentionEvent Visibility

2 tiers · limited slots

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