Pre-Valentine's/LNY Social Networking (Optional Run/Lunch)
Schedule
Sun Feb 08 2026 at 11:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC+00:00Location
UBA Restaurant | London, EN
About this Event
It’s been rainy, 2.14 is coming, you may or may not have plans…
This is your pre-Valentine’s warm-up! A time to stay in (for once), dress up (or not),play games, and have a genuinely good time~💘
Note: Eventbrite sign-up options are limited and more expensive due to platform fees. Please go to for more options and cheaper ticket fees!
🕰 Event Schedule
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM | Optional 5K Run
Start the event with a 5K Shoreditch run for those who are keen. Bag drop at Uba Restaurant.
12:15 PM – 1:30 PM | Optional Small Group Lunch @ UBA Restaurant
Have a relaxed bite together in a great atmosphere (small discount applies!). Otherwise, just chill post-run!
1:30 PM onwards | Games, Mingling & Drinks (pre-ordered)
There might be a little Cupid magic in between… 😉
MANY SHENANIGANS! HAVE A READ!
🍽 IMPORTANT: Pre-Order Lunch & Drinks
Due to restaurant policy and group size, ALL food & drinks must be pre-ordered, including coffees.
- It is mandatory to select your food & drinks via the order page below.
- Deadline: 3 Feb, 5:00 PM (F&B cancellations will not be refunded after 4 Feb 9AM)
- Only pre-ordered F&B will be allowed at the event!! All orders are charged to one card hence this setup.
- A small discount is applied, which mostly offsets the additional service charge — details are at check out.
Lunch is free-seating and served buffet-style, but you take your own orders! Thank you for understanding 🫶
👗 Dress Code: Any. Overdress. Underdress. Everyone can get featured on reels~ 📸
🎉 Activities!!!
We’re here to mingle, bond, and stop being shy.
1️⃣ Appreciation Notes 💌
Post-its and tiny cards will be available for you to leave notes (wink wink) for your best pal, ride-or-die, new friend… or someone you noticed 👀
- Anonymous or signed, the aim is to show appreciation and give compliments/positive energy!
- Feel free to bring your own cards or small treats.
Cupids 🏹
- If you have a partner → you’re automatically a Cupid (coloured wristbands).
- Otherwise, you can volunteer to be one.
- Cupids will help to pass notes or facilitate conversations (or just chill).
Want to stay anonymous? Let Cupids do the work 😉
2️⃣ Group Games: Family Feud (Dating Edition)
You’ll rotate through different groups based on prompts and play quick Family Feud–style dating questions.
- Discuss answers as a group and be quick!
- Shuffle groups between rounds. No fixed cliques — maximum mingling :)
3️⃣ Stories, Pick-Up Lines & Reels 🎥
Volunteer to answer fun, open-ended questions:
- Best pick-up lines; Dating stories; Hot takes...
Help us create fun reel content ✨
🏆 Points & Prizes
- Top 10 (or even 15!) scorers win limited-edition ARC socks (Thin cotton, black or white)
- All participants get priority access to our 18 Feb CNY Special Collab with Peloton (free snacks/food!)
- Full point system will be shared closer to the event
✨ Bonus: Get a head-start and join the run for 5 points, and lunch for 10 points!
🤍 Final Note
This event is about fun, friendship, and building new connections.
While it has Valentine’s / Galentine’s vibes, the focus is on community!
Please be respectful, mindful of boundaries, and kind to one another.
If you’re confused — don’t overthink it.
Just sign up and let’s add some laughs and chaos to these gloomy days 🥂
Where is it happening?
UBA Restaurant, 67 Great Eastern Street, London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 5.60 to GBP 18.59
