find your tribe
The twelve twenty
Make genuine connections today, in real life.20 people are matched together to experience 12 curated events...because the best relationships can't be swiped into existence.Now launching in LA, New York and San Francisco!
12 nights. 20 people. Real Connections.
Remember how effortlessly friendships and love blossomed in college? The best relationships grew naturally from simply being around the same people, day after day. There was something magical about that consistency—it dissolved initial judgments and gave you time to discover who people really were, to see them on good days and bad, to peel back the layers and find the real person underneath.The Twelve Twenty brings back what worked: over 4 months, 20 carefully selected people commit to 12 curated experiences together. Whether you're looking to date, meet other couples, or build friendships in a new city, each cohort is designed around your goals. You'll join either a dating cohort, a couples cohort, or a friendship cohort, all meeting at central, accessible locations on weekends.
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Apply Thoughtfully. Begin with a short application that helps us understand who you are — your values, your availability, and what you’re looking for at this stage of life. This first step ensures alignment and sets the tone for an intentional experience.
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Get Carefully Matched. Every cohort is curated with care. We review applications holistically, looking beyond surface details to create a group that feels balanced, thoughtful, and aligned in energy and intent. This isn’t an algorithm or a formula — it’s a human process designed to create the conditions where connection can grow.
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Enter the Experience. If invited, you’ll take part in twelve nights of well-designed gatherings that are enjoyable, relaxed, and a little bit special. Think great settings, good food, easy conversation, respectful people and fun moments. 12 weekend days, at a convenient location. You don’t need to perform, just show up and have a good time.
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Let Connections Unfold. Spend enough time together and a few things tend to happen: conversations get easier, inside jokes appear, and people start feeling surprisingly familiar. Some leave with new friends, some with romantic sparks, and some with both. At the very least, you’ll leave with better stories than another first date.
Be there together
The Dating Twelve Twenty
Ready to find your person? Our debut cohort is designed for people intending to find their love. 20 people who will be thoughtfully matched to explore real connection over 12 days. Same commitment, same curated experiences, but with the intention of finding that special someone you want to date.Applications are open.
the experience
Over the course of 12 thoughtfully curated events, you’ll move far beyond small talk. Each gathering is carefully designed and selected to be a high quality, highly rated experience, tailored specifically to the energy, interests, and dynamics of the group. As the weeks progress, the experiences build on each other, deepening familiarity and comfort, and culminating in a final big-bang celebration that brings the entire journey together.
An intimate opening dinner at a hidden-gem restaurant, designed to break the ice and set intentions for the journey ahead
A hands-on creative experience (like escape rooms, cooking, or mixology) that sparks playfulness and collaboration
A curated bar-and-lounge crawl through some of the city’s coolest spots—think great music, great cocktails, and easy conversation in beautifully designed spaces
An outdoor or adventure-based experience that energizes the group and creates shared memories outside the usual routine
A final big-bang event—an elevated, unforgettable gathering that celebrates the connections formed and closes the experience on a high note
About
the twelve twenty
The Twelve Twenty was founded by Stanford alumni who recognized a simple truth: making genuine connections felt effortless in college, but became surprisingly difficult in the real world.Known for hosting some of Stanford's most memorable events, they had a natural gift for creating spaces where meaningful connections happened organically. They've channeled that talent and experience into The Twelve Twenty—a carefully crafted experience designed to ensure no one is left on the sidelines.Events are created with the same care and intention that made their gatherings legendary. And it works. You will leave with relationships that matter.
Commitment & Cost
The Commitment
This is a 12 day journey spanning approximately 4 months, just one quarter of your year invested in real connections. Events are scheduled for weekends at central, accessible locations, and you're expected to attend all 12 (life happens, so you get one exception. Use it wisely, because missing more than one means you're out). Your cohort is counting on you to show up, flaws and bad hair days included.Packages
We offer three experience tiers:
The Amazing experience: $125 per evening
The Premium Experience: $250 per evening
The VIP experience: $500 per eveningEach event includes food, drinks, and all event costs, with the option to purchase additional food or drinks at most venues if desired.
A message from our attendees
I went to one of the events without many expectations. it felt less like an event and more like being welcomed into a thoughtful, fun community.- Dr. Kothari
Other twelve twenty's
We are soon launching the Friendship Twelve Twenty and Couple's Twelve Twenty. We would love to hear from you on ideas and cohorts that you would like us to launch.