📍 1 Triton Square, London NW1 3BF
Join us for a festive end-of-year gathering bringing together founders, investors, corporates, researchers, academics and curious minds from across London's innovation ecosystem for one last event in 2026!
Whether you've had a breakthrough year, learned a lesson the hard way, or are already thinking about what comes next, there's a place for you in the conversation.

Our Thursday Gatherings are for you to make serendipitous connections and make things happen!
There will be meaningful networking opportunities throughout the night, accompanied by a selection of refreshments and activities:
Fun Zone
Get to know your fellow change-makers in a fun, interactive, and exciting way!
Take a quick break from changing the world and recharge by pinning your hometown on our giant map.
Conversation Corner
Looking to connect beyond the name tags?
Drop into our relaxed Conversation Corner, a cosy space where founders, ecosystem builders, and global thinkers come together to share stories, swap lessons, and innovate. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and jump into the discussion
Join us for a little festive creativity! Get hands-on, embrace your crafty side and make your very own Christmas wreath to take home. Whether you're a crafting pro or a complete beginner, it's the perfect chance to unwind, get into the festive spirit and add a personal touch to your Christmas décor
The session is led by Stephen Lee, founder of Gist In Time, a leadership coaching and strategy consultancy. He brings an MIT and Stanford bioengineer’s mind to the media and live performance sectors. A former VP of Strategy and Innovation at Warner Bros. Discovery and avid improv comedian, Stephen uses techniques from both the boardroom and theatre stage to help leaders and teams navigate moments of transition, uncertainty and change.
Get an early look at what's on the horizon for Venture Café London, the opportunities we're looking to create and how you can be part of what's next.
Five startups. Five defining moments from 2026. From breakthrough achievements and proud milestones to unexpected setbacks and hard-earned lessons, hear honest, behind-the-scenes stories about what it really takes to innovate in London.