Thursday
Thursday: An event-led dating app for singles who would rather meet in person than swipe. Ranked #85 of 96 in Dating Apps by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for daters who prefer curated local singles events.
At a glance
- Editor score3.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forDaters who prefer curated local singles events
- Free planYes
- Paid fromNone
- Facts checked29 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Browse city-specific singles events and book tickets in the app or on the web
- Get event updates on a smartphone and use integrated social features
- Some events include questionnaire-based matchmaking activities
Where it doesn't
- It centers on events rather than standard profile-based dating
- Tickets may cost extra, with prices varying by event
- Questionnaire-based matchmaking is available only at some events
Our verdict on Thursday
Thursday is an app and events service for singles who want to meet in person. It lets people browse curated events in their city, book tickets, and receive updates on a smartphone, with integrated social features alongside the event experience. Its focus is attending singles nights and meeting offline, rather than building a conventional dating profile or swiping through matches. The service is available on web, iOS, and Android, and is suited to daters who want local events to be the starting point for meeting someone.
The product’s clearest distinction is its event-first model: discovery and ticket booking lead toward an in-person gathering, while some events add questionnaire-based matchmaking activities. That gives Thursday a narrower purpose than a profile-based dating app. It may suit someone who wants a planned social setting and is comfortable meeting people at events; it is a weaker fit for daters who want online matching and profile browsing to be the main experience.
Thursday is free to access, but event tickets may be purchased through the app or website, and ticket prices vary by event. That makes the cost of participation dependent on which events a person chooses, rather than on a stated subscription tier. The practical choice is between paying for particular local events and preferring a dating service centered on online profiles and matching. Choose Thursday for city-specific singles events and occasional organized matchmaking; choose another kind of dating app if standard profile-based depth is essential.
Thursday pricing
Thursday fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | None |
| Matching method | Location |
| Video dating | No |
| LGBTQ+ options | Not verified |
| Platforms | Not verified |
| Daily likes limit | Not verified |
| Distance filter | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | thursday.com |
| Facts checked | 29 Sep 2026 |
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