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September 29, 2026, 7–9 PM Shoreditch, London
A Sifted Summit pre-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 in Shoreditch.

About the event

A pre-party built for the Sifted Summit crowd.

After Hours: London kicks off the night before Sifted Summit begins, bringing together founders, operators, and investors in Shoreditch 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 7:00 PM and the night wraps by 9:00 PM.

Date
September 29, 2026, 7–9 PM
Location
Shoreditch, London (venue TBA)
Who's there
Founders, operators & investors (Sifted Summit)
Format
Cocktails, fireside chat & networking
Fireside chat

Hear it straight from the people who lived it.

Vishal Joshi
Founder
Vishal Joshi
Raised $130M+ from GC, Valor, YC, and others.
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Special Guest
Coming soon
Special Guest
Coming soon
Agenda

What the evening looks like.

7:00 PM
Welcome
Doors open, drinks, and networking as guests arrive.
7:30–8:00 PM
Founder fireside chat
How the round really happened, told by founders and the investor who wrote the cheque.
8:00–8:15 PM
Presenting sponsors spotlight
A few minutes from the sponsors backing the night.
8:15–9:00 PM
Networking
Cocktails and conversation continue on the floor.
FAQs

Questions, answered.

Smart casual. Think what you'd wear out in Shoreditch after work: no suit required, but leave the gym kit at home.

We're finalizing the exact venue now, it'll be in Shoreditch, London. Registered guests will get the exact address by email closer to the event.

Shoreditch is well served by public transport, including Shoreditch High Street Overground and Old Street tube. We'd recommend transit or a taxi over driving. Full directions and any parking notes will go out with the venue address.

Doors open at 7:00 PM. Arrive by 7:15 PM if you want a drink in hand before the fireside chat starts at 7:30 PM.

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.