# Event Details - **Event Name**: Authentically Queer Dating Bristol - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 31 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 31 Aug, 2026 at 09:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Tired of the swiping? Sick of the chit-chat? Ready to meet real people & talk about what really matters?About this Event​"This has been the most positive experience I've had in meeting genuine souls with the intention of finding love/romance for over 6 years" - Charlie​Tired of the swiping?​Sick of the chit-chat?​Ready to mingle with a bunch of open-hearted queers & talk about what really matters?​Here’s your chance take a break from the apps and connect more openly and authentically with a range of wonderful LGBTQI+ people from all walks of life. For the first time ever, it's coming to Bristol! 😍​You’ll have several encounters throughout the night. Each will be carefully guided, inviting you to be yourself, to communicate openly, and and explore multiples layers and flavours of connection. Come spark a new summer flame! 🔥​This event is open to LGBTQI+ people of all genders. You will have the opportunity to explore all kinds of connection - romantic & platonic. 🌈​Is this event for me?​If you are seeking....​✨ Deep & meaningful conversations without small talky chit-chat✨ Exciting new connections, both romantic & platonic✨ An opportunity to explore & challenge your assumptions✨ A substance-free environment✨ Playful & sincere communication activities✨ Skills you can apply to your dating life beyond the event✨ A space to simply be yourself​....then this event is for you!​What will actually happen? 🥰​You will be invited to explore four unique interactions, some of which are randomised and some of which you can choose. Each will involve a new set of instructions to help you communicate about topics that really matter to you.​Each interaction will last 10-15 minutes. At the end of each interaction, you will have the opportunity to share a contact detail on a piece of paper in a way that is both cute and discrete ~ please bring your own pen!​Consent is important: you always have the agency to choose how deep you go. You will never be forced to share information that you don't want to.​The facilitator 💁‍♂️​Laurie King​I'm Laurie (he/him), a queer British-Kiwi who’s current home-base is Berlin. My passion is creating spaces that cultivate healthy, thriving human-to-human relationships, helping people take off their masks, feel their sensations and celebrate their aliveness on Earth. Since 2019, I have organised and facilitated hundreds of Authentic Relating, Dating and Embodiment workshops in Oceania and Europe.​My training includes The Embody Lab, Authentic Revolution, Body Electric, Connection Institute and World Peace Yoga School. I have facilitated at internationally acclaimed festivals such as Stretch and Ignite, and organisations such as ART International.​My workshops have sparked thousands of nourishing connections, turning many strangers into life-long friends. I look forward to holding space for you!​For more information, check out itoiauthenticrelating.com.​For my Instagram, check out @itoiauthentic.​i to i Authentic Dating has already been a big hit in Amsterdam, Berlin, Vienna, Copenhagen, London, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Montreal, Auckland, Wellington, Melbourne and Sydney. Now for the first time ever it's coming to Bristol!Here's what others have said:​"This has been the most positive experience I've had in meeting genuine souls with the intention of finding love/romance for over 6 years" - Charlie​​“What a wonderful workshop you ran last night. I walked away with a sense of renewed self worth and also questioned why I don’t articulate comfortably what I want. It’s the perfect antidote to app culture” - Samantha​"I love Laurie’s energy, wisdom, execution and light touch. I felt super safe to open up and connect while he was holding the space" - Juan​​"Authentic Dating re-opened an old window for me in a new way. Heaps of fun too! And I did meet a very special person. Highly recommend for anyone curious and keen to connect with depth & joy" - Imogen​​Practicalities:​Cost:£18 Reduced — for those who need it£23 Regular — the standard rate£28 Supporter — pay it forward to help make Reduced tickets possible​Limited spaces available. Book early to secure your place!​Location: Bridge Farm Community, Glenfrome Rd, Bristol BS16 1BQ. The event will take place in the Top Barn. Someone will be at the door to greet you!​Dress code: Whatever you're comfortable in.​Intoxicants: This is an alcohol and drug free event.​​Refund policy: No refunds available. If you cannot make it you may transfer your ticket to a friend. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bristol/authentically-queer-dating-bristol/100001998995429140 - **Event Categories**: workshops, festivals, meetups, health-wellness, art, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 20.21, max: 31.05, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Bristol - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Bridge Farm Community - **lat**: 51.4787542 - **long**: -2.5611616 - **full address**: Bridge Farm Community, Glenfrome Road, Bristol, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Authentically Queer Dating Bristol - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/aa1b31292f45edff4f488e81ee6f92eb75b456476cf93c52528c5422485fca68-rimg-w1024-h1024-dc381838-gmir.jpg?v=1788079683 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Authentically Queer Dating Bristol being held? - **A:** Authentically Queer Dating Bristol takes place on Mon, 31 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 31 Aug, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Bridge Farm Community, Glenfrome Road, Bristol, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Authentically Queer Dating Bristol? - **A:** Authentically Queer Dating Bristol is organized by Laurie King. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Authentically Queer Dating Bristol is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bristol, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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