Disclaimer: The event discussed in this blog post has already taken place. Information presented here is for archival and reference purposes only.
Oh, get ready, folks! It’s that exciting time when we pull back the curtain on the famed “Startupfest After Hours Parties 2023”! Remember the heady tales of previous years’ nocturnal celebrations? The frenzied dancing, flowing conversations, and collaborations born amidst colorful lights and booming beats? Well, this year… let’s just say we’re going for a more, um, ‘selective’ approach. In our guide, we will dutifully navigate you through the somewhat sparser spread of after-hour events – ones that might just give you a tad more time to, say, rehearse your pitch or catch up on some sleep. Who knows, you might even find a diamond in the rough among these low-key offerings. So, prepare yourself for a slightly different after-dark adventure at Startupfest 2023. After all, it’s the surprises that make it interesting, right?
- Monday, July 10, 2023
- Tuesday, July 11, 2023
- Wednesday, July 12, 2023
- Thursday, July 13, 2023
- Friday, July 14, 2023
- Saturday, July 15, 2023
Monday, July 10, 2023
Young People in Tech – Organized by FRV
TIME: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
PRICE: Free
LOCATION: 2233 Rue Pitt
Food and drinks to purchase. Focused on the youth / next gen. But open to all.
Interstellar Travel: Are We Ready? – Organized by Interstellar Flight Experimental Research Group
TIME: 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
PRICE: Free
LOCATION: Room 132 855 Rue Sherbrooke Ouest Montréal, QC H3A 2T7
On July 10th at McGill, a global expert panel on space flight will attempt to answer this question.
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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
The Startup Train: Toronto to Montreal – Organized by Startupfest
TIME: 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM
PRICE: $519.00
LOCATION: 55 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5J 1E6
Coming from the GTA to Startupfest? Kick off the festival early by traveling via chartered cars with VIA Rail, alongside corporates, mentors, startups and investors all en route to Startupfest in Montreal. Jump aboard for an unforgettable experience and maximize your time at the fest by making the journey an extra special part of the destination.
FounderFuel 2023 Demo Day – Organized by Founder Fuel
TIME: 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
PRICE: $10.00
LOCATION: 1001 Pl. Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montréal, QC H2Z 1H5, Canada
It’s happening folks! Join us on July 11th at the iconic Palais des Congrès in Montreal, for an unforgettable FounderFuel Demo Day, where seven of Canada’s top tech startups will pitch their vision to change the world.
Les Chocs de l’innovation climatique – Organized by Esplanade Québec
TIME: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
PRICE: Free
LOCATION: 914 Rue Notre-Dame Ouest Montréal, QC H3C 1J9
Durant cette soirée, vous entendrez les pitchs des 11 entreprises d’impact que nous avons accompagnées et qui œuvrent pour accélérer la transition écologique à Montréal et au Québec.
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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Startupfest Opening Kick-Off Party
TIME: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
PRICE: Conference Pass
To kick things off right on Wednesday evening, we’re hosting a party. In partnership with Desjardins, MNP, Miller Thomson, and Montreal New Tech, we’ll have drinks (and good Montreal eats).
BDC Women in Technology Boot Camp – Organized by Startupfest
TIME: 8:00 AM to 11:55 AM
PRICE: Invite Only
This can’t-miss opportunity will connect pre-seed and seed-stage technology companies with peers, investors, and organizations to help scale your business. Hear candid war stories from those who have been there and walk away with concrete tools, and a network to help take your company to the next level.
Acceleratorfest + Startupfest 2023 – Organized by Conseillers d’affaires Embrase Inc.
TIME: 1:15 PM to 5:00 PM
PRICE: Conference Pass
LOCATION: 200 rue de la Commune Ouest Montréal, QC H2Y 4B2
A specialized event designed for those who run accelerator programs around the globe – directors, program managers and community managers.
Startupfest After Hours – Sponsored by ReInvestWealth
TIME: 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
PRICE: Free
LOCATION: 1239 Rue Drummond (2nd Floor), Montreal, QC, H3G 0G4
ReInvestWealth is organizing a networking event for startups and investors on July 12, following Startupfest. The event will be held at Drummond 2 Lounge, and it will feature pizza, beer, games, and opportunities to meet the ReInvestWealth team. It’s important to note that entry is only granted to startups with a Startupfest badge and event registration is mandatory for all attendees. For any queries related to the event, individuals are advised to contact [email protected].
Tech Dinner 2023 at Startupfest
TIME: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
PRICE: Invite Only
I’m organizing an exclusive dinner for a curated group of founders, builders, operators (and the odd investor) who are looking for a deeper level of engagement from 6:00-8:00 pm. Share learnings, eat good food, and connect.
July Flutter Meetup
TIME: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
PRICE: Free
LOCATION: 4000 Rue Saint-Ambroise #270 Montréal, H4C 2C7
Whether you’re a flutter developer, assessing, or curious about flutter, you can join our in-person event in Montreal. We organize this Flutter Meetup event monthly base. This is the best moment to find and get to know Flutter developers and the companies that use Flutter in their products.
Panache Ventures Connect 2023
TIME: 8:00 pm to 1:00 am
PRICE: Invite Only
LOCATION: 1201, Boulevard Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC H2X 2S6
Join Panache Ventures in partnership with Boast.ai, BLG and Google Cloud for an evening of food, drinks, music and connection.
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Thursday, July 13, 2023
Founders & Friends Breakfast
TIME: 8:30 am to 10:30 am
PRICE: Invite Only
LOCATION: Information not provided
This breakfast event is meant to bring together some amazing founders, funders, and stakeholders from our startup ecosystem to make meaningful connections during the Startup Fest week. You’ll be in great company!
Startupfest Speakeasy Social
TIME: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
PRICE: Invite Only
Get Tickets: Email [email protected] for details
LOCATION: Information not provided
RBCx, Osler and EY, in partnership with AWS and C100 invite you to join us for a 5 à 7 at Le Speakeasy, just a short walk from Grand Quay.
Cocktail Connexions Internationales
TIME: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
PRICE: Invite Only
Get Tickets: [email protected]
LOCATION: Information not provided
This event is for Incubators, Accelerators outside Quebec; and select Startups/Scaleups.
ASKMAX Yacht Club Edition
TIME: 5:00 pm to 11:30 pm
PRICE: $113.82
LOCATION: Place Jacques-Cartier Montreal, QC H2Y 4B2
Cet événement, qui débutera à 17h, offre une plateforme unique pour les entrepreneurs, les innovateurs et les leaders d’opinion pour se connecter, partager des idées et développer leur réseau d’affaires.
TechTO Montreal
TIME: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
PRICE: $19.00
LOCATION: 480 St Laurent Blvd, Montreal, QC
Get ready to connect, meet new people, and learn about how a few Montreal-based companies are scaling their ventures.
5 à 7 Communauté Espace-inc
TIME: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
PRICE: Free
Location: Philémon Bar 111 Rue Saint-Paul Ouest Montréal, QC H2Y 1Z5
Espace-inc, a thriving entrepreneurial hub, is organizing a lively networking event on Thursday, July 13th from 5 pm to 7 pm. The event will be hosted at the chic Philemon Bar located at 111 Saint-Paul West, Montreal, which is conveniently just a short walk from the grand Startupfest happening at the Grand Quai of the Port of Montreal. This gathering presents an excellent opportunity to engage with the Espace-inc team, fellow entrepreneurs, and partners to discuss common projects and exchange ideas. Attendees are kindly requested to confirm their participation to ensure a well-organized event. For any queries, Barbara from Espace-inc can be reached at [email protected] or via phone at 819 352-8302. More information about the adjacent Startupfest 2023 can be provided upon request.
Startup Atlantic Kitchen Party
TIME: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
PRICE: Free
Location: Grand Quay of the Port of Montreal, 200 de la Commune St W., Montreal, Qc
Join Startup Atlantic at the Grand Quay of the Port of Montreal for the eagerly anticipated Startup Atlantic Kitchen Party. This unique fusion of Maritime charm and entrepreneurial innovation offers valuable networking, industry insights, engaging keynotes, and breakout sessions. As day turns into night, enjoy traditional Maritime music, mouthwatering cuisine, and our infamous Screech-In ceremony, all in the heart of Montreal. Don’t miss this celebration of innovation, community, and Atlantic spirit!
STARTUPFEST AFTER-HOURS 2023
TIME: 7:00 pm to 12:00 am
PRICE: From $17.31
Location: Notman House 51 Sherbrooke Ouest Montréal, QC H2X1X2
Montreal NewTech & Notman House are hosting the second edition of Startupfest After Hours on July 13th. Taking place after the day’s Startupfest events, the party will be at the terraces of Notman House and café OSMO x Marusan. There will be live vinyl DJ sets, drinks, networking opportunities, and interaction with the startup community. The venue will offer three different atmospheres: a front patio with a DJ and a dancefloor plus a green lawn for relaxing; Café OXM, a bustling social club with a unique brutalist design; and the lush terrace of the OSMO X Marusan café. Important details include a wide selection of drinks available at the bar, card payments only at Osmo X Marusan, and no food on site. The event will take place regardless of the weather conditions.
Infergo I
TIME: 9:00 pm to 2:00 am
PRICE: Invite Only
LOCATION: Information not provided
Main Startupfest Montreal after party, come hang. House party vibe, Live DJ music (reggaeton, EDM), No awkward networking (e.g “so, what do you do?”), Drink responsibly, and take an uber if you need it.
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Friday, July 14, 2023
Montreal Impact Invest Breakfast
TIME: 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
PRICE: Invite Only
Get Tickets: Email [email protected]
LOCATION: 4 Place Ville-Marie
Impact Investors is hosting an event called Montreal Impact Invest Breakfast. Get ready to network with like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact through investing. Our event will feature insightful discussions and breakfast to kickstart your day. For any queries related to the event, individuals are advised to contact [email protected].
Saturday, July 15, 2023
Recruiters’ Meetup Montreal
TIME: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
PRICE: Invite Only
LOCATION: TBA (Downtown Montreal)
The Hiring Community is organizing an event called Recruiters’ Meetup Montreal. Join us for a casual hangout at a spot located in downtown Montreal, exact location details will be shared once your RSVP is approved. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with professionals in the recruiting industry. To register for the event or for any queries, individuals are advised to click on the link provided.
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