Maktub Gatherings

Calgary · Invitation only

Gatherings where you might meet your person.

Curated experiences for single Muslims aged 30–45 living in Alberta.

Apply for the next gathering
30–45Age range
~24Guests per gathering
2 halvesGroup activity then one-on-one rounds
MutualMatches will be notified

The evening

How an evening works

  1. Apply

    We review every application to ensure an equal number of men and women attend.

    Before the event

  2. The first half

    A talk, a walk or an activity in small groups.

    ~60–75 min

  3. One-on-one rounds

    5 minutes with each person, speed dating style.

    ~60 min

  4. Connect

    Privately choose who you like. If the interest is mutual, we'll connect you.

    Matches within 48 hours
Glasses of tea served on a table
Enjoy a new activity, interact with new people, then get to know them one-on-one.

First-half formats

What the first half looks like

Every gathering feels different. Your application lets us know which activities you'd be interested in. Here are some examples.

A podcast microphone against a cool blue-grey wall

Listen, then discuss

Everyone listens to a specific podcast or watches a video before we meet, and at the gathering we discuss it in small groups.

e.g. Halal investing

An audience watching a speaker, seen from behind

Watch together

No homework. We watch or listen to something together at the venue, then open it up for discussion.

e.g. How to enhance emotional intelligence

A group of friends, seen from behind, looking out over the Calgary skyline from a hilltop at sunset

Movement

A group walk on an easy Calgary trail, with plenty of chances to talk casually along the way.

e.g. Fish Creek or Nose Hill

A pour-over coffee station with a Chemex

Make something

A hosted session where you make something new. It's a great way to broaden your skills.

e.g. Coffee workshop, cooking class

Second-half format

What the second half looks like

One‑on‑one introductions

Every gathering ends the same way: 5-minute conversations with each person of the opposite gender, at small tables in an open room. Before you leave, privately choose who you'd like to see again.

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A man and a woman in a hijab chatting at a candlelit table numbered 7, with other pairs talking in the background

Our standards

What you can count on

We keep these gatherings small and selective on purpose. Here's what that means for you.

Discretion

No public guest lists, and nothing about you is shared without your consent.

Everyone is screened

Every guest is reviewed before invitations are extended.

Adab first

Public venues, modest conduct, and breaks for salah. Attendees agree to our code of conduct.

Events

Upcoming gatherings

All gatherings are based in Calgary. The exact venue is shared with invited guests only, and we ensure an equal number of men and women.

Nov2026

Listen & Discuss: Topic TBD

Central Calgary · Venue shared with attendees12 men · 12 women
Applications open
Dec2026

Workshop TBD

Calgary · Venue shared with attendees10 men · 10 women
Coming soon
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About Us

Why we started this

Illustration of two friends, one in a hijab and one with curly hair and glasses, sitting at a sunlit table with a laptop, coffee and notebook, looking at each other mid-conversation

We’re two friends in our 30s, living in Calgary, who found ourselves talking often about the challenges of meeting marriage-minded people.

Dating apps can feel limiting, and traditional matchmaking events don’t always feel like the best use of an already busy schedule. As professionals ourselves, we wanted something we would genuinely look forward to attending - an experience that felt worthwhile, whether or not we happened to meet our person that night.

That became the idea behind Maktub Gatherings: thoughtfully curated evenings built around learning something new, getting active, or trying something hands-on together. You come for the experience, meet people naturally along the way, and participate in some speed dating too.

Our hope is that you leave each gathering with a new skill, a new experience, a good conversation, or perhaps a connection you’d like to explore. Finding a match would be wonderful, but we don’t think it should be the only thing that makes an evening worthwhile.

We’re excited to see what this becomes and we’re looking forward to meeting you all!

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FAQ

Before you apply

If your question isn't here, email us and we'll get back to you.

Who can apply?

Single Muslims aged 30 to 45 who live in Alberta and can attend events in person in Calgary. Divorced and widowed applicants are welcome!

Is this done in a halal way?

Every gathering is in a public venue with the whole group present. The speed dating rounds take place in an open room. Modest conduct is expected; we pause for salah, and every guest agrees to follow Islamic guidelines.

How much does it cost?

Applying is free. If you're selected, your invitation includes the ticket price and a link to reserve your seat.

How are guests selected?

We read every application and aim for an equal number of men and women within the age range of 30–45. We also select guests based on their potential compatibility with the other attendees.

What happens in the first half?

You'll join a small mixed group led by a facilitator. Depending on the gathering, you'll discuss a podcast or video, go for a walk, or do a hands-on activity.

How do the one-on-one rounds work?

During the event you'll have 5-minute conversations with each person of the opposite gender, at small tables in an open room. Conversation prompts will be provided to help you break the ice.

What happens after the event?

At the end of the evening you can privately mark who you'd like to speak with again. If the interest is mutual, we introduce you both by email, usually within 48 hours, and if it isn't, nobody finds out.

Will my information be shared?

No. Your application is only used to organize events. We never publish guest lists, and we only pass on your contact details to a mutual match, with both people's consent.

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Privacy

Privacy Policy

Last updated 9 October 2026

Maktub Gatherings ("Maktub", "we", "us") runs curated, in-person gatherings for marriage-minded Muslims in Calgary, Alberta. This policy explains what personal information we collect when you apply or attend, why we collect it, and the choices you have. These gatherings only work if people trust us with their information, so we take your privacy seriously.

What we collect

When you apply, we collect the information you provide in the application. This may include your name, age, email address, phone number, city and province, education, profession, marital history, whether you have children, your event-format preferences, your written answers, any optional social media links, and referral details (a code you enter or a personal link you arrived from).

We do not collect photos, government identification, or payment information through this website. If you are selected and choose to attend, ticket payment is handled by a third-party events platform under its own terms and privacy policy.

Why we collect it

We use your information only to review your application and decide whom to invite, organize balanced and compatible gatherings, contact you about your application and upcoming events, introduce you to another guest when there is mutual interest, and improve how we run our events.

We collect and use your information with your consent, which you give when you submit an application. You can withdraw that consent at any time.

How we store and protect it

Your application is transmitted securely and stored in access-restricted systems that only the Maktub organizers can view. We do not sell your information, and we do not publish guest lists. We apply reasonable safeguards to protect your information; however, no method of transmission or storage is ever completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

When we share it

  • Mutual matches. If you and another guest both express interest after an event, we share your contact details with each other so you can connect. We never share your details with someone you did not choose.
  • Service providers. We may use trusted third parties to help us operate — for example, an events and ticketing platform or an email provider — and they may process your information only as needed to provide that service.
  • Legal reasons. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety of our guests.

How long we keep it

We keep your information only as long as we need it to run our events and consider you for future gatherings. You can ask us to delete your information at any time, and we will do so unless we are required to keep it for a legal reason.

Your choices and rights

Under Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA and Alberta's PIPA), you have the right to access the personal information we hold about you, ask us to correct it, withdraw your consent, and request that we delete it. To make any of these requests, email us at salam@maktubgatherings.com and we will respond within a reasonable time.

Who can apply

Our gatherings are for adults aged 30 to 45. This website and our events are not intended for anyone under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect information from minors.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the date above, and we will let applicants know of significant changes where appropriate.

Contact us

Questions about your privacy or this policy? Email us at salam@maktubgatherings.com, or use the contact form on our home page.

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Terms

Terms of Service

Last updated 9 October 2026

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Maktub Gatherings website and your participation in our events. By submitting an application or attending a gathering, you agree to these Terms. Please read them alongside our Privacy Policy.

Who can take part

Our gatherings are intended for single, marriage-minded Muslims aged 30 to 45 who live in Alberta and can attend in person in Calgary. By applying, you confirm that you meet these criteria and that the information you provide is true and accurate. Providing false information may result in your removal and a decision not to invite you to future events.

Applications and selection

Submitting an application does not guarantee an invitation or a place at any event. We review every application personally and select guests at our sole discretion, including to maintain a balanced group. We may decline or remove any applicant for any lawful reason.

Tickets and payment

Applying is free. If you are selected, your invitation will include a link to reserve and pay for your seat through a third-party events platform. Prices, cancellations, and refunds are governed by the terms shown at the time of purchase. You do not pay anything unless you are invited and choose to attend.

Code of conduct

Our gatherings depend on everyone treating one another with respect and dignity. By taking part, you agree to:

  • treat all guests and organizers with courtesy, regardless of background;
  • observe modest conduct and language, and follow Islamic guidelines and etiquette (adab) throughout each event;
  • follow the directions of the organizers and venue staff;
  • refrain from harassment, pressure, discrimination, or any inappropriate or unwelcome behaviour;
  • respect the privacy of other guests, and not share anyone's information or photograph without their consent; and
  • be honest in how you represent yourself.

We may remove anyone who breaches this code from an event without a refund, and may decline to invite them again.

Introductions and matches

Maktub creates opportunities to meet; we do not promise, guarantee, or arrange marriages or relationships. We share contact details only when two guests express mutual interest. What you choose to do with an introduction is entirely your decision and your responsibility.

Your safety and responsibility

While we review applications, we cannot and do not verify every detail about any guest, and we are not able to guarantee anyone's identity, background, intentions, or conduct. You are responsible for your own choices and safety when interacting with people you meet through Maktub, whether at an event or afterward. We encourage you to use good judgment, meet in public, and take sensible precautions.

Limitation of liability

Our events and this website are provided on an "as is" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Maktub Gatherings and its organizers are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, or for the actions, conduct, or statements of any guest or third party, including anything arising from an introduction or interaction between guests. Nothing in these Terms limits any liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.

Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will update the date above. Your continued use of the website or participation in our events means you accept the updated Terms.

Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Alberta and the federal laws of Canada that apply there.

Contact us

Questions about these Terms? Email us at salam@maktubgatherings.com, or use the contact form on our home page.

Apply

Apply for the next gathering

Applications open in stages so we can ensure an equal number of men and women.

Each application takes about seven minutes. Here's what happens next:

  1. We review every application personally.
  2. If you're selected, you'll get an invitation by email.
  3. You reserve your seat with a payment link. You don't pay anything until you're invited.

Contact us

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