> ## Knowledge Base Index > Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://help.dnnr.io/sitemap.xml > Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further. > Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash). # How to launch your dinner club [![](https://downloads.intercomcdn.com/i/o/qmtue2mw/1652586545/aa506990ac8ab8dc2a91dce1248b/image%2B2025-08-04%2Bat%2B11_54_24-E2-80-AFAM.png?expires=1788424200&signature=572c92aa8c3f3b74fa84ef540b1c143d5d020f0bd384ac9ffb0f83c79ba022f8&req=dSYiFMx2m4RbXPMW1HO4zaUyEs%2BrXTvggFUbNa8Nu%2BhK8H6sgTZ%2Fc%2B5wdXsh%0AoR%2BnJg2WS0dHHiI9YYY%3D%0A =856xauto)](https://pitch.com/v/launch-your-dinner-club-fu3q2g/a810d27d-4259-4dd9-a29a-1218cb596c12) Your audience wants to meet. Send them to dinner and earn meaningfully. --- # Most successful launches look like this: 1. Post **one short video** announcing your dinner club and/or newsletter post. 2. Share your booking link 3. Post a few reminder stories before the dinner ## Announcement Examples * [Seacoast Stories](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DL5xHlXAAhI/) * [GVL Dinner Club](https://www.instagram.com/p/DNS8dl-OKaA/) * [Waco Buzz](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPfXVA2DIhO/) * [NH Art Association](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRZ0obZjomP/) * [Wichita Life](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DR4-7uFjbHu/) * [Marin Buzz](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUbWmyKErAS/) * [Axios Social Club](https://www.instagram.com/p/DdWb1I2ufIu/) 👉 For more inspiration, [see how other communities have announced](https://www.instagram.com/dnnr.io/reposts/) and use this [Instagram post template](https://canva.link/2y26fr8fjmq8vck) to announce your dinner. --- # Video works best Use this [video template to announce your dinner club](https://www.canva.com/design/DAHP9833gAo/dC5Q5O0FSYzojcb2eINf6g/view?utm_content=DAHP9833gAo\&utm_campaign=designshare\&utm_medium=link\&utm_source=publishsharelink\&mode=preview) Short, casual videos consistently outperform graphics and long captions. They: * Build trust quickly * Explain the concept naturally * Feel personal **What works well** * Talking to camera (your phone is perfect) * 20–45 seconds * Filmed walking, outside, or at a café/bar * Minimal editing If it feels like you’re telling a friend about it, you’re doing it right. [B-roll footage for your announcement](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ORmR-wktPZfqEhNOACt2Iplrdicix-b8/view) --- # Sample Announcement Script You can use this as a reel, story, caption, or newsletter blurb. **_\[Your Brand] is more than content — it’s community._** ​ ​_So we’re launching the **\[Your Brand] Dinner Club** with @dnnr.io. ​ You take a quick quiz, get matched with 5 like-minded people, and meet for dinner at a local restaurant. ​ First dinner: **\[date], 7pm in \[city].** ​ We’ll handle the logistics — you just show up. ​ Take the quiz and book your seat at **\[link]** 🍽️\_ --- # Launch Timeline [![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/b/a/a/d/baadd2747223b800/22fcf6de-77a5-42e3-8825-4ae295_24p3gg.png =647xauto)](https://downloads.intercomcdn.com/i/o/qmtue2mw/1940552234/92236049590df2f93a950639fb0e/image.png?expires=1788424200\&signature=cfe62c51c7c8ee797eabb0837f188ce0a4173dfa063669056e52e59ebd90526b\&req=dSkjFsx7n4NcXfMW1HO4zQTfrVANyXXXoPY4yFwOonhdf8fSS2VhSioDigbw%0AVmDYgDrY27Sb2%2Bnl3VE%3D%0A) We suggest announcing 7-14 days before your dinner. **10–14 days before** * Post your main announcement * Share it to stories **5 days before** * Story: “Almost full” or “Last chance” **3 days before** **_—_** **final push** * Story: “Registrations close tomorrow” **Dinner day** * Morning: “Tonight’s the night” * Evening: casual photos or videos **1-3 days after** * One recap post or story Please note: * **Cancellation with full refund ends** **_72 hours_** **before dinner** * **Booking window closes** **_48 hours_** **before dinner** ## [See an example of a full sample launch timeline](https://help.dnnr.io/en/article/full-sample-launch-timeline-1i6emfw/)\[ ]\(https://help.dnnr.io/en/article/full-sample-launch-timeline-1i6emfw/) --- # Suggested Newsletter Announcement **_Subject: Something new we’re bringing to the table 🍽️ \[Community Name] Dinner Club_** *Hey there,* *We’re launching something new in* ***\[Community Name]**\*\*: the* **_\[Community Name] Dinner Club_**\*.\* *Six people. One table. A great meal and meaningful conversation.* **_How it works_** * *Take a short personality quiz* * *Get matched with 5 compatible guests* * *We choose the restaurant and handle logistics* * **_You just show up_** *📍* **_\[City / Neighborhood]_** *🗓️* **_\[Day, Date] at 7:00 PM_** *🍽️* **_\[Book your seat]_** *Can’t make this one? Sign up to get updates on future dinners.* *Here’s to breaking bread and building something real,* **_\[Community Name]_** --- ## See what a recap post looks like Recap posts help build momentum for future dinners. * [The Free Press](https://www.instagram.com/p/DZxfsavDBhk/?img_index=1) * [Waco Buzz](https://www.instagram.com/p/DQKm0K1D9wn/) * [Seacoast Stories](https://www.instagram.com/p/DSDMvkegPNW/) * [GVL Dinner Club](https://www.instagram.com/p/DTVuorNEXF4/) * [NH Art Association](https://www.instagram.com/p/DSIbic5iUOW/) * [What's Happening Salem](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRSp07SkhDe/) * [Marin Buzz](https://www.instagram.com/p/DTlISSQD4wN/) --- #### Want a little extra lift on launch day? Tag **@dnnr.io** when you post your announcement. We celebrate launches, reshare when we can, and help bring more great humans to your table --- **NEED HELP?** We’re with you every step of the way! Contact us via the chat bubble bottom right, email us at [hello@dnnr.io](mailto:hello@dnnr.io), or [book a meeting](https://calendly.com/raelambert/dnnr-white-labeled-dinner-matching-experience?month=2025-08). **Become an affiliate**: Know a creator who should run a branded dinner club? Refer them and collect 5% of their dinner revenue for a year. [Sign up for our affiliate program.](https://dnnr.tolt.io/login) [See our launch help deck here.](https://pitch.com/v/launch-your-dinner-club-fu3q2g/a810d27d-4259-4dd9-a29a-1218cb596c12)