Freaks Dating

Gay Men Speed Dating @ IKEA

You meet your gay in a specific IKEA section

Browse & Talk for 8 minutes. Repeat 6 times

Coming solo? Most people do.

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Not your thing? Full refunds available until Jan 22nd.

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What this is

This is a speed dating event for gay men.

You meet your date in a specific section of IKEA and walk together for about 8 minutes.

You talk. You browse. You see how it feels.

After each round, you text Match or Pass. We send you to your next date.

You do this with 6 different guys. Matches get contact info after the event.

1

Show up

Arrive at your date spot and sit tight.

2

Find your date

We’ll text you:

  • ♡ What they’re wearing
  • ♡ Where they are
3

Walk and talk

Browse, chat, and laugh while you explore together.

4

Match or Pass

Text back M or P. If you both choose M, we email details that night.

Repeat for 6 rounds.
Fate will reveal your favorite freak.

HOW IT WORKS

Choose your
Ticket

No profiles. No messaging.
6 mini-dates in IKEA.
Tickets are $25.

🔒 Your information stays private.
Matches are shared after the event.

More Freaks Dates coming soon.

Get first dibs by email when new Philly events open.

Don't wanna come solo?

Meet your FreakFF

We pair you with another dater of the same-gender who you'll meet 10-15 minutes before your first date!

  1. 1

    Opt in at checkout

    Tell us you’d like a FreakFF. It’s free and totally optional.

  2. 2

    We pair you with another solo

    We’ll match you with a same-gender dater who’s also got the jitters.

  3. 3

    Meet inside & walk in confident

    Before the event starts, we tell you where to meet (“Candy aisle, 10 minutes before”). You warm up together, shake off the nerves, and head into your first date confident.

It's free. It's optional. Make a new friend.

Meet your

Freak-FF

FAQs

  • We keep things simple: be respectful, be kind, and help create a comfortable environment for everyone.

    At our events:

    • Respect personal space and boundaries.

    • Don’t ask for or share private information during dates — contact info is only exchanged if both people Match.

    • Anyone who makes another attendee uncomfortable may be removed from the event or banned from future events.

    • If someone makes you uncomfortable, text us immediately. We take concerns seriously and act fast.

    Privacy:
    Your phone number stays private unless you and someone else both choose “Match.” If that happens, we share your contact details within 12 hours.

    Disclaimer:
    Freaks Dating is responsible for providing a safe, organized environment during the event.
    Interactions before or after the event are the responsibility of the individuals involved.

  • Most events will be between 6–8 mini-dates, but you can find details on each event’s page.

  • Mini-dates are about 8–10 minutes. Long enough for a vibe check, short enough to keep things fun.

  • You simply text back Match or Pass.
    If both people say Match, we exchange contact info after the event.

  • Text us.
    It usually means someone stepped away for a moment, and we’ll guide you both to each other fast.

  • Whatever makes you feel confident and comfortable.
    These events involve walking & browsing, so your cutest comfy shoes are recommended.

  • We keep events small and balanced, so cancellations impact the whole group.

    Refunds:

    • Tickets are non-refundable within 72 hours of the event.

    • Before 72 hours, contact us — we’re flexible with emergencies (illness, family issues, work conflicts).

    No-shows:

    • Not showing up (or leaving early) may result in a $50 charge and removal from future events.
      This protects the experience for everyone else.

    Tip:
    Only register for events you’re confident you can attend. If something comes up, message us.

  • Maybe. But so is eye contact, and it still works.