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First Friday Meet & Eat at IKEA

Friday, May 1, 2026 (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM) (CDT)

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🍽️ FIRST FRIDAY MEET & EAT
📅  Friday, May 1, 2026  |  🕛  12:00 - 1:30 PM
📍 IKEA | 7810 Katy Freeway, 2nd Floor, Houston, TX 77024


Chamber Impact Partner IKEA is hosting this month’s gathering, offering the perfect setting for a relaxed lunch filled with great food, easy conversation, and meaningful connections. The eatery and bar is a great place to gather with the Chamber for the Meet & Eat.

Can you say fabulous meatballs?!?! The meatballs are famous, plus there are lots of choices for vegetarians and vegans, too.  Get ready to try a taste of Sweden at the 
IKEA Restaurant. Enjoy all your IKEA food favorites, like those famous meatballs, veggie balls, salmon, and much more!

🛍️ 🛒 After lunch, grab your IKEA shopping bag or cart and shop 'til you drop!

Come hungry. Connect with fellow members and guests. Support a local LGBTQ+-inclusive business. 🍽️ 🌈 📣


Registration closes at noon on Thursday, April 30.


 



HERE'S HOW IT WORKS...
  • Each attendee covers their own meal.
  • Seating is first-come, first-served together.
  • Registration is requested — this helps us give the restaurant an accurate headcount so they can prepare.
  • Some venues may add service charges or gratuity for larger groups.

And...you just might win a door prize!


Registration closes at noon on Thursday, April 30.



THIS MONTH'S HOST: IKEA HOUSTON

IKEA Houston has been a proud member of the Houston community for over 30 years, helping millions of families and individuals realize their dreams and solving everyday needs at home.

🔗 Learn more at IKEA.com


WHY ATTEND?

✅ Expand your network with fellow members.
✅ Support a Chamber member restaurant.
✅ Enjoy a unique dining concept in a welcoming, inclusive space.

💙 It’s one of our most welcoming, casual connection events of the month!

👉 Register now and join us for lunch.


WHAT TO BRING...
  • Business cards (not required!)
  • Appetite
  • A friend or colleague! (the more the merrier!)
👉 Register today to save your spot for this popular Chamber monthly event!


   


🌟 SPONSOR A FIRST FRIDAY MEET & EAT

Want your business in the spotlight during this popular monthly series? Meet & Eat sponsorships offer visibility, recognition, and connection with a highly engaged audience.

📩 Interested? Contact us at 832-510-3002 or complete the Sponsorship Interest Form.


         


🍽️ HOST A FIRST FRIDAY MEET & EAT IN 2026! 

Are you a Chamber Member restaurant? Host and showcase your cuisine to an enthusiastic community audience!

📌 Complete the Host Request Form or contact us at 832-510-3002 to learn more.



By registering and/or attending a Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce program or event, you agree to the Chamber's Terms of Use & Policies.

Pricing

Each person is responsible for their meal. First come, first group will be seated together.

IKEA
7810 Katy Freeway 2nd Floor
Houston, TX 77024 United States


Complimentary parking is available in the lot adjacent to the store.

Friday, May 1, 2026 (12:00 PM - 1:30 PM) (CDT)
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