Frequently Asked Questions
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TL;DR: No refunds, credits, or transfers to another event, but you can send a friend in your place.
Due to the curated nature of our events, we do not offer refunds or credits for cancellations, and tickets cannot be transferred to a different event.
We put a lot of care into creating the right mix of people, and a big part of what makes our events great is strong attendance. Last minute cancellations can jeopardize the quality of our events, so we’ve found that keeping tickets high-stakes helps ensure a great experience for everyone who shows up. Please keep in mind that no-shows negatively impact the experience of other attendees, so we really appreciate your commitment when you sign up.
That said, we get that life happens. You’re always welcome to transfer your ticket to a friend that matches your ticket type! Just email us at heythere@meetirlco.com (ideally 24+ hours before the event) with their name and email. Finding a replacement means your ticket doesn’t go to waste, and it's also a huge help to us to ensure a great event.
Thanks for understanding and for supporting our small, local business. We truly appreciate it.
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Check out our complete speed dating guide with everything you need to know, including what to expect and instructions for setting up your profile.
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We know — they go fast! We recommend three things:
Follow us on Eventbrite here.
Sign up for our mailing list.
Act fast — don’t wait to book once you see an event go live!
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Eventbrite’s waitlist tools are… not great. We can only offer one waitlist per event, and it gets applied to whichever ticket type sells out first. If the ticket you want doesn’t show a waitlist option, select any type that does — we’ll reach out if something opens up!
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This one comes up a lot — and the answer is: absolutely not. We work hard in the background to ensure our hetero events are typically 50/50 or very close to it.
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It’s totally normal to be a little nervous — most people are when they try this for the first time! Remember: everyone’s here to meet new people, just like you.
Many of our events include icebreaker games to make it easier to connect. If you're feeling shy, talk to a host — we’re happy to give you a boost or help make an intro to that person you’ve been eyeing.
And in case you’re wondering, most people come solo — and leave with new friends. For more tips, follow us on Instagram @meetirlco!
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Almost always, yes. Rain, snow, wind, traffic — we’re used to it in Chicago! In the unlikely event of a cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you’ll have the option to receive a refund or transfer your ticket to the new date. Typically, there will be a 72-hour window to request a refund, though this may be shorter depending on event timing. No need to message us to check — we promise to keep you informed and provide clear instructions via email if this ever happens.
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We’d love to — we’re literally chomping at the bit waiting for YOU. Yes, you.
Right now, most of our community is made up of cishet folks in the 25–45 range, so that’s where the majority of our events have landed. We also have a small but growing community of queer women and non-binary people.
We watch our registration lists closely to understand demand, because we can’t host a successful event if no one shows up. If you haven’t already, you can register your interest here — that way, you’ll be the first to know when we have enough people to launch something that’s actually worth your time. And if you know others in your community or age range who might be interested, we’d love it if you’d send them our way!
We’re really passionate about building inclusive, intentional spaces for connection — and we’d love to welcome you to one of our events soon.
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We're flexible by a year or two, but if you're more than two years outside the range, please look for an event that better fits. People sign up expecting to meet others in that range, and we want to respect everyone's expectations.