Curated began with one simple question, why is it so hard to truly connect and find love in Canberra?

Dating apps felt disposable. Singles nights were awkward. Making new friends as an adult seemed almost impossible. Canberra had people everywhere searching for belonging, but nowhere to find it.

Curated was created to change that.

What started as a fresh take on singles events has quickly grown into something much bigger, a connection-first, community-led movement. Along the way, we discovered the real magic wasn’t just in people meeting a partner, but in friendships forming, communities growing and a sense of belonging that kept people coming back.

At Curated, every event is designed with intention. Spaces feel safe, inclusive, and welcoming. Conversations flow naturally, barriers come down and people connect in ways that feel easy and real.

But it doesn’t stop with people. Every event also champions local business and supports community causes. From boutique venues and family-run kitchens, to local fitness trainers and regional producers, Curated brings fresh audiences and energy into the spaces that make our city unique. And by partnering with charities, every gathering gives back, amplifying causes like youth programs, organ and tissue donation and men’s mental health.

Curated is more than events. It’s Canberra’s social glue. A movement where strangers become friends, small businesses thrive and causes gain support. A growing community you’ll actually want to be part of.

Curated is where you find your people. Come join our community.