VMworld US 2019 List of Parties and Events
VMworld 2019
is a few weeks away, taking place August 25th to the 29th, 2019 in San Francisco, CA at the Moscone Center. And once again, VMware and the show sponsors
are really bringing the party to VMworld.
There's so much more to VMworld than just breakout sessions and keynotes. The social
and networking side of the event is just as huge! VMworld
attendees have become accustomed to having a good time after the
sessions have ended. And so far, things are starting to take shape on
that front, as the opportunities from various vendors are making their
way to reality.
NOTE: Most events will require you to take some type of signup action in order to attend. Yes, even
if the event is free. They need to do that in order to take a proper head count or know when to shut things
down if the list grows too big. These things are generally first come, first
served. So if you are interested, I suggest you sign up if you are available before it is too late.
If I'm missing an event, contact me or send me a Tweet (@vmblog) and I'll get it added.
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** UPDATED 8/23/19 **
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8th Annual #vBreakfast at VMworld
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 25th, 7:45am - 10:00am
Location: Mel's Drive-In, 801 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94103
This is a great community meetup over some fantastic breakfast foods.
Thanks to Shane Williford for organizing!
Cost: This is a non-sponsored event, so you pay for your own meal.
Learn more and Register.
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Bridge to Bridge Run
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 25th, 8:00am
Location: Ferry Building Marketplace, The Embarcadero
Looking for a fun and active way to kick off your VMworld experience? Check out the Bridge to Bridge run in San Francisco.
Offering VMworld attendees $15 off registration for their annual run supporting the Special Olympics of Northern California. Just enter the code INNOVATEVM750 during registration to save.
Learn more and Register.
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IGEL Certified Engineer (ICE) Base Training at VMworld
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 25th, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Location: IGEL Offices, 540 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
The IGEL Certified Engineer (ICE) base training provides all the information and beginning experience needed to allow you to configure, install, and manage your IGEL-powered software-defined endpoints.
Cost: FREE
Learn more and Register.
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13th Annual #VMunderground Opening Acts
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 25th, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: TableTop Tap House. 175 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
The community-organized, pre-VMworld panel sessions.
Cost: FREE. Must grab a ticket.
Grab your tickets here.
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ICE Packs: UMS Expert & Cloud Architect at VMworld
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 25th, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: IGEL Offices, 540 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
ICE
Pack: IGEL UMS expert. Attend this training to get a technical deep
dive based on several practical examples and many use cases around IGEL
Universal Management Suite (UMS) product.
Cost: FREE
Learn more and Register.
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VMworld Welcome Reception
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 25th, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: VMworld Solutions Exchange
Get your first look at
200+ exhibitors on the show floor, network with fellow attendees in a
fun atmosphere, pick up some new swag, and enjoy delicious appetizers
and drinks.
Cost: FREE to attendees
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Rubrik VMworld Customer Game Night
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 25th, 7:00pm
Location: Emporium SF, 616 Divisadero St., San Francisco, CA
This is an exclusive, customers-only game night. Pinball, foosball, skeeball, air hockey, you name it. Emporium has the largest collection of games in San Francisco! Come join us for local bites, craft beers and cocktails, and games at SF's coolest arcade bar.
Cost: FREE
** WAIT LISTED **
Learn more and Register.
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VMUG Member Party at VMworld 2019
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 25th, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: SPiN San Francisco, 690 Folsom St. #100,
San Francisco, CA 94107
Members will enjoy ping pong competitions, great music, delicious food and drinks, and recognize winners of the inaugural VMUGIES!
Cost: FREE
Learn more and Register.
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13th Annual #VMunderground Party
WHEN: Sunday, Aug 25th, 8:00pm - 11:00pm
Location: TableTop Tap House. 175 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Cost: $10 for party general access.
Grab your tickets here.
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HPE briefing for vExperts and bloggers at VMworld
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Location: Moscone North Upper Lobby in Moscone North. Room: HPE Room 115.
vExperts and Bloggers are invited to attend an exclusive briefing to learn about HPE and VMware solutions.
Drinks and light snacks will be provided. Attendees will receive a VIP tailgate ticket to San Francisco Giants vs Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night. NOTE: you must attend the session to receive your ticket. One ticket per attendee. Tickets are limited to the first 15 attendees.
Learn more and Register.
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Interworks - Oklahoma Meetup at VMworld 2019
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Private Event
Join InterWorks and Dell EMC for an exclusive happy hour for Oklahoma-based attendees to network at VMworld 2019.
** Please note, this is ONLY for Oklahoma based attendees.
Learn more and Register.
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Forward Networks VMworld 2019 Event
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Coin-Op San Francisco. 508 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
Free food, drinks, and games on free play!
Learn more and Register.
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Party Like Its 1999!: Sirius VMworld Happy Hour 2019
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 5:00pm
Location: B Restaurant and Bar. 720 Howard Street, San Francisco CA
Head over to B Restaurant and Bar for fresh local cuisine, well-appointed cocktails and a chance to mingle, engage and connect with Sirius VMware experts.
Sirius is hosting a live graffiti artist who'll be setting the stage for your journey back to the golden age of hip-hop, which will also feature a local b-boy group known for their backspins, floor flips, and battle-winning breakdance routines.
Cost: Free
Must RSVP.
Learn more and Register.
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Technologent, Druva & Morpheus Present: VMworld Happy Hour 2019
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 5:30pm
Location: Novela SF, 662 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94105
At this exclusive event, you'll have the opportunity to mingle with our finest IT specialists as we discuss how Technologent, Druva and Morpheus are empowering your possibilities with modern IT business solutions.
Cost: Free
Must RSVP.
Learn more and Register.
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Faction Happy Hour at VMworld 2019
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: TableTop Tap House. 175 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Free: Show off your skills at the billiard tables, enjoy tasty food and beverages throughout the event.
Must RSVP.
Learn more and Register.
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Create Your Own Custom Timbuk2 Bag with CenturyLink
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Timbuk2’s custom workshop. 587 Shotwell St, San Francisco, CA 94110
CenturyLink cordially invites you to enjoy a reception and networking party—while you build your unique Timbuk2 bag. Choose from over 60 fabrics and finishes to create your one-of-a-kind bag, handmade in San Francisco. Your custom bag will be sewn and delivered to you in 2-4 weeks.
This exclusive event comes with food and refreshments and is limited to the first 100 attendees.
Must RSVP.
Learn more and Register.
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Cohesity Unstoppable Tour: SF Giants Tailgate Party
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 6:30pm
Location: SF Giants Parking Lot A 490 Terry A Francois Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94158
Come hang out with Cohesity for a Pre-game Happy Hour Tailgate on Monday, Aug 26 at Oracle Park to check out the #CohesityOnWheels demo truck and catch some baseball! Enjoy fresh pizza from a food truck, drinks, games and a chance to take a photo with the Giants World Series trophies!
Space limited. Must RSVP.
Learn more and Register.
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CloudBolt Happy Hour at VMworld 2019
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Pine Tar Grill. 917 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
Be sure to stop by our appreciation happy hour and meet the CloudBolt executive team and staff!
MUST have VMworld badge along with invitation to enter.
Learn more and Register.
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VMworld Panel & Reception | Architecting IT Operations - Is SRE in your future?
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: The St. Regis San Francisco, 125 3rd Street, Collection Room 2, San Francisco, CA 94103
Sponsored by VMware NSX. Attend this exclusive networking event focused on professional development.
Come for the panel discussion, stay for the reception. Dive into a fun , interactive atmosphere with food, beverages and giveaways. Space is limited, RSVP today!
Must bring your VMworld badge.
Learn more and Register.
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Carahsoft Government, Education, & Healthcare Customer Reception
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Mezzanine, 444 Jessie Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Join Carahsoft and the VMware Government, Education, and
Healthcare teams for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and
networking.
This event is only open to VMware U.S. government, education, and healthcare customers with VMworld passes.
You must bring your VMworld badge at the time of the event to enter.Learn more and Register.
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CONVERGED Meeting at VMworld 2019
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 6:00pm
Location: Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse, 201 3rd St #100, San Francisco, CA 94103
Learn and connect with other customers and experts. Attendees will hear executive updates, customer use-cases and have the opportunity to network with peers.
Cost: FREE to Dell Technology Converged User Group Community Members
Learn more and Register
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Datrium Happy Hour at VMworld 2019
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Location: TableTop Tap House. 175 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Free: Show off your skills at the billiard tables, enjoy tasty food and beverages throughout the event.
Must RSVP.
Learn more and Register.
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Level Up - Career Cafe at VMworld 2019
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: The Grove - Yerba Buena, 690 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
The Level Up Career Café will be a place where VMworld attendees can go to get real-world support to help them Level Up their careers.
Attendees will find onsite: Free food and drinks (beer and wine). Prominent community members providing perspectives. Recruiters (both independent and from the sponsor)
Cost: $8. Buy a ticket in advance.
Learn more and Register
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NetApp VIP Reception at VMworld 2019 US
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Natoma Cabana, 90 Natoma St., San Francisco, CA 94105
Come to the tropical-inspired setting of Natoma Cabana for craft cocktails, a variety of small plates, and chats with peers and NetApp data experts.
Space is limited. Register early to secure your spot and discover more about our simple, scalable, and jointly-engineered solutions that accelerate your VMware workloads.
Learn more and Register
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Friends of the CTO Advisor
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Location: Osha Thai Restaurant & Lounge, 4 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA 94111
It will be family-style Thai with a hand full of vendors picking up the tab for the poor influencer types. We'll eat, drink, talk very loudly, and hope to be allowed back next year.
Cost: Looking for a handful of people with corporate cards to help pick up the fair.
RSVP. Space is limited.
Learn more and Register
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IGEL Community Cocktail Reception at VMworld 2019
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Temple Nightclub San Francisco, 540 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
Take a break and join IGEL at the hottest nightclub in The City! Relax and unwind with your fellow peers, partners and IGEL before you embark on your own planned evening activities at VMworld.
Cost: FREE. VMworld badge required for entry
Learn more and Register
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Rubrik and AWS VMworld Party 2019
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 9:00pm - 1:00am
Location: August Hall, 420 Mason St., San Francisco, CA
Featuring Wu-Tang Clan.
Cost: FREE. VMworld badge required for entry. Must be 21+. First come, first served.
Learn more and Register
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Executive Brunch: VMware Cloud on AWS by VMUG and Faction
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Veranda SF, 750 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
Join Chris McCain, Director of Product Management for Networking and Security at VMware, and Sean Charnock, CEO at Faction and co-founder of SoftLayer Technologies, as we plan to discuss the trends, successes and challenges surrounding the cloud at The Veranda located adjacent to Moscone South.
Please note: This event is for end users only. Attendance at this event is limited to qualified IT Managers, Directors and Senior IT Executives. All registrations will be reviewed and registrants will be promptly notified of their attendance status. VMUG reserves the right to determine the event’s total audience profile.
Cost: FREE.
Learn more and Register
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HPE briefing for vExperts and bloggers at VMworld
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Location: Moscone North Upper Lobby in Moscone North. Room: HPE Room 115.
Drinks and light snacks will be provided. Attendees will receive a tickets to attend “Hamilton” on Tuesday night courtesy of Cohesity. NOTE: you must attend the session to receive your ticket. One ticket only per attendee and limited to the first 15 attendees.
vExperts and Bloggers are invited to attend an exclusive briefing to learn about HPE and VMware solutions.
Learn more and Register
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HyTrust + IBM + Intel VMworld 2019 Party
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Press Club San Francisco. 20 Yerba Buena Lane, San Francisco, CA 94103
HyTrust, IBM and Intel are throwing a Wine and Beer Party at the Press Club. Join your peers, industry leaders, and HyTrust team members to network and hear about HyTrust's new support for Public Cloud, OpenShift, Kubernetes and Containers.
Please remember to wear your VMworld badge to the party.
RSVP.
Learn more and Register
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ZEDEDA's Edge Renaissance at VMworld 2019
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Novela. 662 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
Join ZEDEDA at San Francisco’s stylish, upscale, literary-themed cocktail lounge. Arrive between 6pm-8pm for cocktails and bites with character! Meet CEO Said Ouissal and discuss the Data Renaissance happening from the Edge to the Cloud. This is a business casual event. Come, Chat, and have Drinks on us!
Cost: FREE. Must be 21 and older and must have a VMworld badge.
Learn more and Register
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Cohesity - Hamilton Performance at VMworld 2019
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 7:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: SHN Orpheum Theatre
HAMILTON is a popular, modern musical on the life of American Founding Father, Alexander Hamilton. A must-see while out in San Francisco!
Cost: FREE. Take a brief meeting with Cohesity before VMworld and receive 2 tickets to their private HAMILTON performance.
Learn more and Register
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vExpert VMworld US 2019 Party
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 7:00pm - 10pm
Location: SPIN. 690 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA 94107
Will be serving beer and wine along with a great menu of foods for all three hours.
RSVP in the official email invite.
Cost: FREE to current vExperts. Invitation Only.
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Liquidware Inside Track Event
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 6:00pm - 8pm
Location: Anchor Steam Brewery, 1705 Mariposa St, San Francisco, CA 94107
The Anchor Steam Brewery and Tasting is a Private Tour for the Inside Track group. There will be an ample tasting and hors d’oeuvres.
This is an invitation only event for EUC VIPs part of the Inside Track program.
Cost: FREE to members of the Inside Track. Invitation Only.
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2nd Annual vSoccer Event
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 7:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Beach Chalet soccer fields
Cost: FREE to play. $ for the charter bus (or find your own ride).
Read the vSoccer at VMworld 2019 blog post.
Learn more and Register.
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VMware {Code} Hackathon
WHEN: Monday, Aug 26th, 6pm - Midnight
Location: Moscone West on the 3rd floor.
Room 314.
Cost: FREE to Attendees.
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VMworld Hall Crawl
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: VMworld Solutions Exchange
Participate in giveaways, get in-depth product information, pick up some free goodies, and socialize while enjoying snacks and drinks at the sponsor booths.
Cost: FREE to Attendees
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Bridge the Divide: F5 & NGINX Happy Hour
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: NGINX HQ - 795 Folsom Street, 7th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94107
We’re hosting an exclusive happy hour at our awesome rooftop at the NGINX HQ. Join us and indulge in delicious cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.
Space is limited so be sure to RSVP.
Cost: FREE to Attendees
Learn more and Register.
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Veeam's Legendary VMworld Party
WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 27th, 8:00pm - 11:00pm
Location: The Masonic, 1111 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
See hit artist Andy Grammer & DJ Damon at one of San Francisco’s most legendary concert venues!
A VMworld 2019 Badge is required for entrance and will be scanned at the door. Must be 21+ years of age with proper ID. Passport required for International guests. Each Attendee Must Register Separately.
*Occupancy is limited, so admittance will be granted on a first come, first serve basis.
Cost: FREE to Attendees
Learn more and Register.
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VMworld Fest (Customer Appreciation Party)
WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 28th, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Civic Center Plaza and concert in Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. 99 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
Cost: FREE to Attendees. Must bring your full conference VMworld badge
Plan to enjoy some food, drinks, games, and, of course, great music. Food Trucks and music headliner - OneRepublic.
Free shuttle to and from the Moscone Center.
Learn more
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Enjoy the show and the parties!