As a crowd of 60 anti-vaxxers gathered in Nashville, an ex-drug and alcohol counselor felt pride. The event, hosted by Unjected, an anti-vaccination dating app, was part of their ‘Summer of Love’ tour targeting singles opposed to the Covid-19 vaccine.

These apps are not just a digital phenomenon but a trend moving offline. Since 2025, IRL dating events have seen a surge according to Eventbrite. Tinder is now investing in member meet-ups, yet these anti-vaxxers say their gatherings focus on finding partners who value bodily autonomy.

Platforms like Unjabbed and NoVax.Singles also exist, with members across the US and Europe seeking connections based on shared beliefs. One such platform, PureBlood.Dating, launched this year with a street marketing campaign in San Francisco, urging people to sign up for notifications if they wanted to join their community.

Founder Shelby Hosana argues it’s about freedom of choice but experts warn about the health risks. With vaccine-preventable diseases on the rise, these gatherings could be seen as harmful to public health. The trend raises questions about freedom and collective responsibility in a time when misinformation is rampant.