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London skyline and the Thames at dusk, with the Houses of Parliament
November 11, 2026, 5–7 PM The Windjammer, Royal Docks
An Event Tech Live after-party

After Hours: London

How the round really happened. Told by founders, and by the investor who wrote the cheque.

One hour of the real story behind a round, one hour to meet the people who could fund yours. Founders, operators and investors, cocktails near ExCeL London.

About the event

An after-party built for the Event Tech Live crowd.

After Hours: London closes out day one of Event Tech Live, bringing together founders, operators, and investors near ExCeL London for an evening of cocktails and conversation. The night centers on a founder fireside chat, followed by open networking in a relaxed, high-end setting.

Come for the story behind the round, stay for the conversations after. Doors open at 5:00 PM and the night wraps by 7:00 PM.

Date
November 11, 2026, 5–7 PM
Location
The Windjammer, Royal Docks
Who's there
Founders, operators & investors (Event Tech Live)
Format
Cocktails, fireside chat & networking
The vibe

An evening worth leaving the show floor for.

Cocktails, a fireside chat, and the people worth meeting, in a relaxed London setting.

A bartender pouring drinks
Cocktails and conversation
People gathered at tables outside a London pub
Great company
The Thames and St Paul's Cathedral at dusk
London after dark
Fireside chat

Hear it straight from the people who lived it.

Facilitator
Anshika Arora
Anshika Arora
Director, New Businesses at Joy. UKWA Advisory Board Member.
Paaras Kantaria
Paaras Kantaria
Global Startup Investments & Partnerships, Mastercard Start Path
Manny Singh
Manny Singh
Principal, Araya Ventures. Early Stage Tech Investor.
Leo Rogers
Leo Rogers
Co-founder at Curvo
Agenda

What the evening looks like.

5:00 PM
Welcome
Doors open and drinks are served as guests arrive.
5:15–6:00 PM
Networking
Cocktails and conversation on the floor.
6:00–6:45 PM
Founder fireside chat
How the round really happened, told by founders and the investor who wrote the cheque.
6:45–7:00 PM
Presenting sponsors spotlight
A few minutes from the sponsors backing the night.
Nov 11, 2026 · The Windjammer, Royal Docks

Join us on November 11.

Complimentary entry. Places are limited, so register early to secure yours.

FAQs

Questions, answered.

Smart casual. Think what you'd wear to a nice bar after a day on the show floor: no suit required, but leave the lanyard and gym kit at home.

The Windjammer, 25 Admiralty Avenue, Silvertown, London E16 2PN. A riverside pub in Royal Docks, walking distance from ExCeL London.

The Windjammer is a short walk from ExCeL London, and served by the DLR (Custom House, Prince Regent, and Royal Victoria stations). We'd recommend transit over driving.

Doors open at 5:00 PM and networking runs from 5:15 PM. The panel starts at 6:00 PM, so we recommend arriving by 5:45 PM to get settled with a drink.

Yes, attending After Hours: London is complimentary. Just complete your registration to reserve a spot, space is limited.

Space is limited, so we ask that each guest register individually. If a colleague or friend wants to come, have them register separately.