VMwor-- er, I mean, VMware Explore is a few weeks away, taking place August 29th to September 1st, 2022 in San Francisco, CA at the Moscone Center.  Pre-pandemic, VMworld was always good for a list of parties and events to attend.  Now that we're starting to get back to "normal" and attending shows in person, what's the list of parties going to look like?  We're starting to see a few take shape, but so far, it doesn't come close to the list from the past.  

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.  And also take note, some of these parties may be invitation only or you might have to meet some other requirement in order to sign up / attend.

If I'm missing an event, contact me or send me a Tweet (@vmblog) and I'll get it added.

** UPDATED 8/23/22 **

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Daily #vFit 5K Run Group

 

WHEN: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday during the week of VMware Explore

Stay fit with the GTM Delta community run group that will be out and about for a daily run Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday during the VMware Explore event week.

Sign up to get communications on where to meet!

Learn more and Register.

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VMunderground 2022

 

WHEN: Sunday, Aug 28th, 7:00pm - 11:00pm

Location: Black Hammer Brewing, 544 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

VMware Explore is a long week and we want to give the community a chance to get together with old and new friends to kick-off the week in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere to set the week off right

This year, we’ll be selling tickets—approximately one month out—for $10/ea. As usual, we’re going to limit the number of tickets available to any one purchase in order to allow more people access to the event. You’re also encouraged to contact the sponsors and start a conversation that could net you a free pass.

Cost: $10.

Learn more and Register.

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vSoccer at VMware Explore 2022

WHEN: Monday, Aug 29th, 8:15pm

Location: SFF Soccer - 701 Mission Bay Boulevard North, San Francisco, CA 94158

This place is just 1 mile from Moscone Center. We will either walk or Uber together.

Zerto is paying the soccer field rental costs to make this FREE for our vCommunity. Big thanks to Zerto and to Mike Martino (@wildcard78) for the proactive initiative and making that happen.

Cost: Free.

Learn more and Register.

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Portainer meetup SF, before VMware Explore

 

WHEN: Monday, Aug 29th, 1:30pm

Portainer are in town for VMware Explore.. meet up with us over lunch outside of the event, and we can chat Portainer, Kubernetes and all things Cloud Native.

We will share insights and demos of our latest features, discuss upcoming roadmap, and talk about our Industry 4.0 (Edge) initiatives.

Cost: Free.

Learn more and Register.

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Carahsoft Government, Education & Healthcare Customer Reception

 

WHEN: Monday, Aug 29th, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Location: Novela, 662 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94105

Join Carahsoft and the VMware Government, Education and Healthcare teams on Monday, August 29, 2022 for drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and networking.

This event is only open to VMware U.S. government, education and healthcare customers with VMware Explore passes. You must bring your VMware Explore badge at the time of the event to enter.

Cost: Free.

Learn more and Register.

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CONVERGED User Group Meeting at VMware Explore US

Location: Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse, 201 3rd St #100, San Francisco, CA  94103

The CONVERGED User Group will be returning in-person to VMware Explore US for one of our most anticipated meetings of the year! We invite you to join us on Monday, August 29, at Fogo de Chão. You can expect to hear from incredible speakers, updates from Dell experts and valuable networking with the community over drinks and dinner. Spots are limited, so register today!

Cost: Free.

Learn more and Register.

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VMUG MEMBER PARTY AT VMWARE EXPLORE

 

WHEN: Monday, Aug 29th, 7:00pm 

Location: SPIN San Francisco, 690 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

Attend the VMUG Member Party and have the best time while you’re in San Francisco! Meet your VMUG President, have face-to-face conversations with your peers and network with other industry experts. Onsite there will be a ping pong tournament with a special prize for the tournament champion. It’s been over 2 years since we’ve all been together. Now is your time to rediscover the power of the VMUG community.

Food and drinks will be provided. You must show proof of VMware Explore registration to attend.

Learn more and Register.

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Liquidware, IGEL and LG Takes You Out to the Ballgame

 

WHEN: Monday, Aug 29th, 5:45pm  

Location: Oracle Park, 24 Willie Mays Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94107

Join your friends at Liquidware, IGEL and LG and take in the San Francisco Giants game for this casual, End-User-Computing networking event while we are at VMware Explore. The Audi Legends Club opens at 5:45 p.m. and first pitch is at 6:45 p.m. PDT.

Don't worry, we won't be throwing any curve balls. This is an exclusive opportunity for Senior EUC leaders attending VMware Explore to connect with the folks at Liquidware, IGEL and LG and with each other!

Learn more and Register.

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Work Hard, Play Hard with ControlUp, IGEL, and LG!

 

WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 30th, 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Location: Thriller Social Club, 508 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94107

We cordially invite you to join us, the whole ControlUp crew, along with our friends at IGEL and LG at Thriller Social Club for a fun-filled night of great drinks, great snacks, great music, and great swag, not to mention loads of arcade games (every guest will get a $20 game card so they can go full tilt)! Not gonna lie, we are more than a little excited to be around people again and we can’t wait to see you!