Name: Web Summit Vancouver
Start: 2026-05-11
End: 2026-05-14
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre

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CEO & Founder

Paddy Cosgrave

Doors open at 5pm, and content kicks off at Centre Stage at 6pm. You’ll need to be registered and have collected your wristband and lanyard to enter.

Opening Night of Web Summit Vancouver takes place on Tuesday, May 27, at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

Speakers include Jay Graber, CEO of Bluesky; Gary Marcus, professor, AI contrarian, and founder; Ken Sim, Mayor of Vancouver; and Paddy Cosgrave, CEO of Web Summit.

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with great speakers, networking, and more.

Please be aware that Centre Stage has limited capacity and is likely to fill up early. The exhibition floor is closed today. 

We can’t wait to see you there!

Please note: Make sure to bring a photo ID that clearly states your date of birth if you wish to purchase beverages containing alcohol.