# Event Details - **Event Name**: Plates and Mates LGBTQIA+ Edition | A Dinner Series to Make New Friends - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Bringing your social life, in real life through in-person friend socials, singles, networking, and matchmaking events curated by locals.About this EventPlates and Mates is a curated dinner series to make new friends in Indy and this edition is for the LGBTQIA+ community!This is an intimate, curated dinner series that brings restaurant recommendations to life. It’s all about supporting local restaurants, discovering new places across the city, and meeting people who love trying new things just as much as you do.Each dinner matches strangers with shared interests at one of our favorite local spots, turning solo plans into a night of discovery, delicious food, and great conversation.THIS WEEK'S RESTAURANT:Gather 22, https://www.gather22.com/Our inspiration is simple: to create the best gathering space for our beloved community. We proudly serve our famous Byrne's Grilled Pizza, alongside new and exciting offerings inspired by our travels. We focus on highlighting produce and products from local purveyors, ensuring every dish is fresh and flavorful.HOW IT WORKS:Sign up for the dinner to reserve your spot. It’s $10 to reserve your spot, which covers the curation and includes an appetizer for the table.All food and beverage orders during dinner are paid for individually.Fill out a brief profile (so we can match you with humans that you have similarities with)Wait for your restaurant and table info. You will be notified 1-2 hours from the dinner date.Show up to the dinner. Each table with consist of 4-6 strangers. Make new friends with conversation prompts and ice breakers, then pay for your own bill.After dinner, stick around and socialize with the other tables, and view compatibility match scores with everyone.AGENDA:6:30pm Arrive and find your table6:30-8:00pm Dinner with your table8:00-8:30pm Drinks at the bar with everyone (optional)ABOUT FIND:Bringing your social life, in real life through in-person friend socials, singles, networking, and matchmaking events curated by locals.It is important to note that we do not discriminate based on age or sex, and all attendees are welcome at this event.If you would be interested in a speed dating event for other age groups and/or gender identities, please fill out our survey here.Agenda6:30pm Arrive and find your table6:30-8:00pm Dinner with your table 8:00-8:30pm Drinks at the bar with everyone (optional) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/indianapolis/plates-and-mates-lgbtqia-edition-a-dinner-series-to-make-new-friends/100001994472289307 - **Event Categories**: speed-dating, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - door_time: 2026-08-27T22:30:00Z - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Gather 22 - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 11.93, max: 11.93, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Indianapolis - **state**: IN - **country**: United States - **location**: Gather 22 - **lat**: 39.7975364 - **long**: -86.1561387 - **full address**: Gather 22, 22 East 22nd Street, Indianapolis, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Plates and Mates LGBTQIA+ Edition | A Dinner Series to Make New Friends - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/fcb6f87e30b56c80e3401c25cc40520fb3b93b4d6769cfd46dbfb36e4a8ad2ae-rimg-w1200-h675-dc060604-gmir.jpg?v=1784544548 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Plates and Mates LGBTQIA+ Edition | A Dinner Series to Make New Friends being held? - **A:** Plates and Mates LGBTQIA+ Edition | A Dinner Series to Make New Friends takes place on Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Thu, 27 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Gather 22, 22 East 22nd Street, Indianapolis, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Plates and Mates LGBTQIA+ Edition | A Dinner Series to Make New Friends? - **A:** Plates and Mates LGBTQIA+ Edition | A Dinner Series to Make New Friends is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Plates and Mates LGBTQIA+ Edition | A Dinner Series to Make New Friends? - **A:** Plates and Mates LGBTQIA+ Edition | A Dinner Series to Make New Friends is organized by FIND Indianapolis Singles. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Plates and Mates LGBTQIA+ Edition | A Dinner Series to Make New Friends is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Indianapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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