2025-08-19

Awesome Upcoming LA Tech Events

Zach Sekar
August 19, 2025

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Happy Tuesday!

August continues to deliver as we cruise through Summer to what will certainly be a jam-packed Fall.

Check out these picks below or view the full calendar here.

Tech & Startup Networking in Santa Monica

Thursday, August 28
Hosted snacks & appetizers included
Capacity is limited – register early to secure your spot.

Demo Day LA returns

September 18 in Venice
Startup founders, you can now secure a demo spot to:
- Demo to the LA technology community
- Transform and perfect your pitch so that it’s ready for results
- Pitch to local VC and angel investors
Learn More here

Check out some great upcoming events below:

🌴 In-Person Events in Los Angeles

Startup Cafe: Private Capital Strategies for Startups

Wednesday, August 20 • Venice

Reza will explore how private capital is adapting to today’s dynamic credit environment, where traditional lenders have pulled back. He will highlight emerging opportunities for investors in complex, time-sensitive transactions often overlooked by banks.

AI Cafe: From Labels to Agents: The Future of Multimodal Agents

Thursday, August 21 • Venice

Video understanding is evolving—from the era of static tags and outdated computer vision techniques, to today’s limited frame-sampling…

🍻 Santa Monica Tech Happy Hour

Thursday, August 28 • 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Beach Vibes & Tech Conversations. Networking for innovators.

DTLA Tech Happy Hour

Thursday, August 21 • Downtown LA

Join LA's best tech & startup networking for refreshing drinks and stimulating conversations at Good Clean Fun in Downtown Los Angeles on August 21st.

🍻 LA Tech Happy Hour - Venice / MdR

Wednesday, September 10

LA's best tech networking returns to Baja Cantina on Wednesday, September 10th 2025. Join the startup community for an inspiring evening of networking with LA’s brightest minds.

Demo Day LA

September 18 • Venice

- Startup pitches from a variety of industries and backgrounds
- Networking opportunities with potential investors, partners, and customers
- Demos from the participating startups who will be pitching on stage
- A supportive environment that encourages collaboration and knowledge-sharing

🏟️ Startup Arena - LA Tech Week

Tuesday, October 14 • Santa Monica
🎙 Startup Pitches on-stage
🍹 Founder & Investor Networking

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