Inside the new Disney adult dating app
Get ready, Disney fans, because there's a dating app coming that's designed to help single theme park enthusiasts find their happily ever after. The app, called Single Riders, is set to start beta testing later this year, and will launch to everyone in early 2026. Creator and self proclaimed 'Disney adult' Joe LaStoria II, 32, from Orlando, Florida, spoke exclusively about it with the Daily Mail, explaining that the idea came to him during his own quest to find love.
Joe (pictured) instantly knew he was on to something, and took to TikTok to share his idea - and immediately, it 'absolutely took off.' His video about it raked in thousands of views and comments, and that only cemented how much an app like this was needed. 'The response was way bigger than I ever expected. I knew I had something special,' he continued.
But Joe had one problem: he had no idea how to create an app and didn't have any programing experience. He spent 'nearly two years' looking for 'the right person to help bring it to life,' and eventually, he met 'tech genius' Adam Tucker (seen with his partner), 37, from New Jersey, through a 'mutual friend.' They 'clicked immediately.'
Joe explained, 'Not only is he incredibly talented, but he also believes in the magic of Disney just as much as I do. 'He jumped on board to help make it a reality, and we've been building ever since.' Adam added, 'I remember thinking [when I heard about his idea], "Wait… this isn't already a mobile app?"
'It immediately clicked for me that this needed to exist - and I wanted to help make it happen.' They started officially developing it earlier this year, but building it 'from the ground up' takes time. So when can fans expect Single Ride to hit the app store?
'Right now, we're aiming for a full launch in Spring or Summer of 2026, with beta testing hopefully starting in late 2025 or early 2026,' Joe said. They intend for 'normal use' of the app to be 'completely free,' but are 'exploring thoughtful ways to monetize that feel fair and add value.' 'Things like optional premium features or perks that enhance the experience without limiting the core functionality,' he explained.
'Our goal is to keep things accessible while building something that can grow and improve over time.' But he reiterated: 'We want everyone to be able to connect and enjoy the experience.' As for what you should expect, Joe said it won't have the 'typical swipe left or swipe right thing' like most dating apps. Instead, he explained that they want to 'help people connect in a more intentional and meaningful way.'
'[We want] something that goes beyond just the surface-level profile,' he dished. 'Users will be able to filter matches based on shared interests and even be able to search by proximity and by specific theme parks - whether it's Disney, Universal, or others.' And it's not just for Disney adults looking to find love, as there will also be a feature for those who simply want more 'friends' to go to the parks with. 'We're including a friends/events feature for people who aren't looking for romance but want to find like-minded park buddies,' Joe continued.
'A lot of people love going to Disney and other theme parks but don't have someone to go with - or feel awkward going alone. This app can help them find those connections, too.' In the end, Joe said he is excited to be a part of something that will hopefully bring people all across the globe 'joy.' 'Our mission is simple: help people find others who share their passion for theme parks,' he concluded. 'Whether it's love, friendship, or just a buddy for your next Disney day - we want Single Riders to make those magical connections happen.'
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