August 05, 2022

VMware Explore 2022 US List of Parties and Events

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VMwor-- er, I mean, VMware Explore is a few weeks away, taking place August 28th 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

 
 
WHEN: Monday, Aug 29th, 7:00pm 

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.

Cost: Free.

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!
 
Cost: Free.

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!

Cost: Free.

Learn more and Register.

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Veeam's Legendary Party at VMware Explore US 2022 ft. WALK THE MOON

 

WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 30th, 8:00pm - 11:00pm 

Location: August Hall, 420 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

Join us Tuesday night at August Hall for Veeam's Legendary VMware Explore Party!  Live entertainment by WALK THE MOON.  This is sure to be Veeam's MOST LEGENDARY VMware Explore party yet!

Required:  VMware Explore 2022 Badge is required for entrance and will be scanned at the door.  Must be 21+ years of age with ID (Passport required for international guests)
 
Cost: Free.

Learn more and Register.

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Google Cloud Reception at VMware Explore 2022

 

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

Location: 111 Minna Gallery. 111 Minna St, San Francisco, 94105
 
Unwind with Google Cloud and our partners VMware, NetApp and World Wide Technology!

Experience a unique blend of local and international artists while enjoying bites, cocktails and conversation.

Space is limited, so please confirm as soon as possible.
 
Cost: Free.
 
Learn more and Register.

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Join NetApp for a VIP Happy Hour at VMware Explore 2022

 

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

Location: SPIN San Francisco. 690 Folsom St., #100, San Francisco, CA

Say yes to an exclusive invitation to fun, fresh connections and your roadmap to multicloud success. NetApp is hosting a VIP Happy Hour on August 30, and you’re invited.
 
This is not your typical happy hour. Enjoy Ping-Pong, appetizers, and a drink from the bar while kicking back and catching up with other NetApp customers and partners.
 
Cost: Free.
 
Registration no longer active.  Event could be full.

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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art with Infinidat

 

WHEN: Tuesday, Aug 30th, 6:30pm - 10:30pm

Location: San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, 151 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94103

After a long day at the show, we’d like to invite you to relax with Infinidat at the iconic San Francisco Museum of Modern Arts. Seize this opportunity to catch up with old friends while mingling with business partners and peers in an intimate environment.
 
Food and an open bar are provided.
 
Cost: Free.

Learn more and Register.

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LUMEN VMware Explore Reception

 

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

Location: Wine Down. 685 Folsom Street (just one block from the convention center)

Join Lumen at Wine Down San Francisco from 7 to 10 p.m. Enjoy California wines and local brews paired with light appetizers, charcuterie and dessert—just a couple minutes from the convention center. It’s a great opportunity for you to chat with Lumen experts and industry thought leaders in SASE, Edge and more.
 
Cost: Free.  Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Must be 21 or older to attend.

Learn more and Register.

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Happy Hour with Stratodesk

 

WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 31st, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Location: DELAROSA DOWNTOWN, 37 Yerba Buena Ln, San Francisco, CA 94103

Win a bluetooth speaker when you attend Happy Hour.

Space is limited, so reserve your spot.
 
Cost: Free.

Learn more and Register.

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Happy Hour with Insight, VMware, NetApp & NVIDIA

 

WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 31st, 6:00pm - 8:00pm 

Location: Wine Down SF, 685 Folsom St, San Francisco, 94107

As part of VMware Explore 2022, you’re invited to join us for Happy Hour at Wine Down SF. Enjoy food & drinks while getting to know the Insight VMware, NVIDIA & NetApp team.

Space is limited, so reserve your spot.
 
Cost: Free.

Learn more and Register.

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RUBRIK HAPPY HOUR

 

WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 31st, 5:00pm - 7:00pm 

Location: Rubrik's Data Security Lounge, 145 4th St.

Come hangout with Rubrik before heading over to the VMware Party! Enjoy beverages and light apps while networking with peers.
 
Cost: Free

Learn more.

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Official VMware Explore Party

 

WHEN: Wednesday, Aug 31st, 7:00pm - 10:00pm 

Location: Chase Center

It’s 2022 and we’re back in San Francisco! Join us as we discover the Best of the Bay at Chase Center. Local artists, local eats, local sounds—we’ve got it all. Upon arrival, experience an awe-inspiring mushroom forest designed by Shrumen Lumen, on exhibit for the first time ever in San Francisco! Looking to feast? Take your pick from SF classics: Gott’s Roadside, Tacolicious, Bakesale Betty’s and more! In the arena, surprise local performers and musicians will keep us dancing through the night.
 
Cost: Free with a full event pass only. Badges will be scanned at the door.

Learn more.

Last modified on August 24, 2022
David Marshall

David Marshall has been involved in the technology industry for over 19 years, and he's been working with virtualization software since 1999. He was able to become an industry expert in virtualization by becoming a pioneer in that field - one of the few people in the industry allowed to work with Alpha stage server virtualization software from industry leaders: VMware (ESX Server), Connectix and Microsoft (Virtual Server).

Through the years, he has invented, marketed and helped launch a number of successful virtualization software companies and products. David holds a BS degree in Finance, an Information Technology Certification, and a number of vendor certifications from Microsoft, CompTia and others. He's also co-authored two published books: "VMware ESX Essentials in the Virtual Data Center" and "Advanced Server Virtualization: VMware and Microsoft Platforms in the Virtual Data Center" and acted as technical editor for two popular Virtualization "For Dummies" books. With his remaining spare time, David founded and operates one of the oldest independent virtualization news blogs, VMblog.com. And co-founded CloudCow.com, a publication dedicated to Cloud Computing. Starting in 2009 and continuing all the way to 2016, David has been honored with the vExpert distinction by VMware for his virtualization evangelism.

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