Pitch-A-Friend, the innovative event series that transforms traditional matchmaking, expands to Spain with its first chapter in Valencia. Pitch-A-Friend Valencia introduces a unique blend of fun, friendship and social engagement to the city’s entertainment scene starting December 1, 8pm at Veneno House.

Pitch-A-Friend events allow friends to give 3-5 minute slide presentations about their remarkable single friends at local bars, restaurants, breweries and wineries. The events create a welcoming environment for networking and socializing, fostering genuine connections among attendees.

Pitch-A-Friend hosts weekly and monthly events in various cities around the world, including Oslo, Cape Town, Vienna, Mexico City, Zurich, and more than 50 cities in the US. Due to its overwhelming popularity, a waitlist of venues has been eager to participate. The engaging presentations by participants have not only entertained audiences but have also been a welcome change from dating app burnout.

“Expanding Pitch-A-Friend to Spain for the first time with Valencia is an exciting milestone for us,” said Melissa Schipke, Co-founder of Pitch-A-Friend LLC. “The enthusiastic response in the US and other parts of Europe has shown us that there is a real appetite for offline events that celebrate friendship and create meaningful connections. For Valencians who are tired of endless swiping online, we look forward to bringing them this unique experience as part of our growing global community.”

The widespread acclaim of Pitch-A-Friend has seen tremendous growth, as evidenced by its global chapters and viral Instagram post with more than 2.5 million views and 80,000 shares.

“Meeting someone special through a friend or loved one has always been a rich part of our culture,” says Pitch-A-Friend Valencia Organizer, Pamela Muñoz. “With the use of online dating apps, we’ve primarily left it up to algorithms and keywords to help us find someone. Pitch-A-Friend’s real-life events will help bring back a part the part of our culture of meeting someone in person based on a recommendation, like an extended pandilla.”

Local venues in Philadelphia have praised the event for its positive impact on their business:

“Hosting Pitch-A-Friend events has been a game-changer for our business, driving sales, expanding our reach, and improving retention. The majority of attendees are new visitors, exposing us to a broader audience. Inaugural venues often become event landmarks, adding to their appeal. We typically schedule these on steady weekday evenings, bringing in business comparable to a full Saturday shift, effectively tripling our weeknight earnings.” — Punch Buggy Brewing Company, Philadelphia

“We’ve seen a 50% increase in sales on nights we host Pitch-A-Friend. It’s driven new customer growth, especially as a new business, and allows us to engage with our clients in a different way. For other venues considering hosting Pitch-A-Friend, create a space where guests feel comfortable to be themselves, have extra seating ready to go—you’ll need it!” — Boozy Mutt, Philadelphia

“The business was really good for a typically slow night. It was a good crowd. The bartenders thought it was a good night as well!” – — Two Locals Brewing Company, Philadelphia

Pitch-A-Friend has been featured in various press outlets, highlighting its innovative approach and positive impact in the communities it serves.

About Pitch-A-Friend

Pitch-A-Friend LLC began in Philadelphia as a fun and engaging way to bring people together and celebrate friendship. Our events have been met with enthusiasm and positive feedback, leading us to expand to new cities. The founding chapter in Philadelphia continues to thrive, setting the standard for the vibrant and inclusive community we aim to build in each new location.

Report by ‘24/7 Valencia’ team

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