About us
If we're honest – we're all a little lonely.
And we're sick of swiping.
The truth is, for most of us, the endless swipes aren't helping. Dating apps are a roller coaster of hope, disappointment, exhilaration, and boredom. It's exhausting.
Maybe that's just what dating is like now? Except, if you're doing it in person, you might meet some fun, interesting people along the way.
Welcome to Fuck the Dating Apps – a community built on the idea that genuine connections happen when we come together, in real life.
We create the chance to socialise, meet new people, and maybe even find someone special.
But even if you don’t, at least you won’t feel so lonely.
FAQ
How many people will be there?
Between 20-30, always with an even balance of men and women
Can I bring a friend?
Absolutely! Just make sure you are purchasing the right ticket type. If it's a friend of the same gender, get two tickets. Or you can get a pair ticket if they are the opposite gender
How will we swap contact details?
We will set up some house rules to guide everyone through the awkwardness :)
First, no one is allowed to ask for anyone else's number. This means people have to give away their own number.
Second, the person accepts the number (even if they are not interested) because they don't have to contact the person. Bingo! No in-person rejection
We will talk this through on the night, it's fun!
When you say facilitated, what do you mean?
You will be seated at tables in groups of four (two men, two women).
We will guide three rotations, moving to three different tables across the night, meeting new people each time.
We encourage people to play the game Deeper Questions to get the conversation going.
What's the flow of the night?
Bar opens a little early, so feel free to come and get a drink!
There will be someone (obvious) to welcome you at the front door
They will take you to get a drink at the bar
You will be given a name badge, seat rotation instructions and blank papers to write you number on and share with others
Seating is random at the beginning based on order of arrival
Once everyone has arrived, there will be an opening kōrero to explain the house rules and other details
First round! Everyone will move to the first table they are allocated. Conversation starters provided by Deeper Questions
Drinks/loo break
Second round
Drinks/loo break
Third round
Close and hang around to keep talking if you want
Go home and feel proud of yourself for getting out there
[next day] Tell your friends a fun story about the time you went to an event called “Fuck the Dating Apps”
Who is running these events?
A few random people who are single and sick of swiping. We want to meet people and have fun while doing it… and there weren't a lot of options. So we decided to create something ourselves!
If I’m feeling nervous, what should I do?
Drag a friend along with you!
Come a little early and say Hi to us, (we will look after you!)
Come a little late so you don't have to free mingle :)
