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Fashion, tech, sustainability and culture in one room. A Brooklyn-inspired pop-up with local sustainable designers, a community clothing swap, interactive tech experiences (Jem Social included), music and drinks. Plus the panel Know Your Rights: Protecting What You Create, with Jem Social's Bree on it. Free with RSVP.
Speed networking and mix & mingle for women who love women in tech, and the tech-curious. Jem Social is partnering with LesbianLand on the night, and Jem Social's Bree is co-hosting. All ticket sales are final.
Smooth R&B vibes take over Reset Houston on Monday, Nov 2 Keep the night going with R&B MONDAY! 🎶 Nightlife Functions invites you to a sultry late-night R&B experience at Reset in Houston Monday, November 2nd…
AfroTech-week mixer with happy-hour specials, interactive games, music, and space to connect before the conference week gets moving.
**Afrobeats vs. Amapiano | AfroTech Week Kickoff** Start AfroTech week with new connections and a soundtrack that brings everyone together. Afrobeats vs. Amapiano welcomes attendees for an opening-night…
WELCOME TO AFROWORLD 🌍🎡 A Wonderful World of Enjoyment awaits you! 🎟️ This AfroTech week, we’re going beyond your typical party! Think festival energy, incredible DJs, interactive experiences, and a…
@choosytues presents an exciting social activation to kick off Afro Tech conference week in Houston. Enter. #ChoosyTech Expect curated sounds, an eclectic crowd, and the perfect mix of nightlife + networking…
Jerk & Jollof and The Oxtail Off are coming together for a night to celebrate the diaspora through sounds and flavor. Sounds by, Jae Murphy, Flygerian, Saynt Chris, Tay Powers.
FRNDS ONLY opens AFROTECH’s official 10-year anniversary celebrations with the conference kickoff at Warehouse Live. The official announcement lists the event as 21+.
A special musical celebration and all-black after-hours party following the invite-only AFROTECH Legacy Reception in partnership with Black Enterprise.
A karaoke-and-wine social highlighted for Wednesday of AfroTech week in Houston.
The crowd-favorite Blavity House Party R&B Edition returns for Part II, built around R&B sing-alongs, DJs, and an after-hours social atmosphere.
Mad Nice's Jack Daniel's-sponsored evening features a performance by Xavier Omär, DJ Anthraxx and DJ Elevated, professional portraits and drink specials. Doors open at 7 PM. The event is 21+; earth-tone attire…
No Destination: Denim Nights w/ PianoNChill & Play2Win Denim is the theme. Highly Encouraged. Step into an elevated night of style, sound, and connection. From state to state and continent to continent, music…
High Notes is the rooftop wine party where everybody sings. This is not a wine tasting. It's a high-energy social experience built around great wine, great DJs, good people, and the songs you actually want to…
Motion is a community-driven event group that sparks creativity and fosters connections. We curate dynamic events that inspire collaboration, growth, and pushing boundaries. With a focus on unforgettable…
The best event from last year's conference returns for more high energy nostalgic hip hop from our college years, the flyest most popping attendees, and the bottle wars. Featuring a live performance by Roscoe…
The 3 Floor Experience is is a social party for Afrotech attendees; every floor will have a different vibe. First Floor will be Afrobeats, Amapiano, Dancehall. Second Floor will be R&B, Hip-Hop & Pop. Third…
Pretty Girls Love RnB is a party dedicated to celebrating different eras of RnB. From the 90s to present. We're calling all our RnB lovers in Houston for this one. It's AfroTech week! Join us on Thursday…
An late night of elegance brought to you by Armand de Brignac. Join us in our exclusive Conference Afters at the immaculate Provaré Houston for champagne, food, hookah and bottle service for the creme de la…
AFROTECH’s Blavity House Party Block Party returns with special guests, live performances, DJs, and a featured Food Village partnership with Battle of Jollof.
A Black tech social and tequila-themed day party during AfroTech week, combining networking, music, and a social atmosphere at Kamp Houston.
AfroTech Weekend Houston, we’re going CHOCOLATE. Piano n Chill returns during AfroTech Weekend for what we expect to be our biggest Houston experience yet. With thousands of professionals, founders, creatives…
Battle Of The DJs FAAJ vs A.Y. EJ Tha DJ, ADE, TBA Friday November 6, 2026 Doors at 9 PM Standing Room General Admission *Lineup Subject To Change AGES: 18+ NO REFUNDS | ALL SALES FINAL
Close out AFROTECH WEEKEND in style at HOUSE OF AFROBEATS! Join SHEKPEKNIGHTS × LIKEAPRINCE × GOODVIBEZ WORLDWIDE for an unforgettable night of Afrobeats, Amapiano, Dancehall, Soca, Hip Hop, networking, and…
Fashion, tech, sustainability and culture in one room. A Brooklyn-inspired pop-up with local sustainable designers, a community clothing swap, interactive tech experiences (Jem Social included), music and drinks. Plus the panel Know Your Rights: Protecting What You Create, with Jem Social's Bree on it. Free with RSVP.
A weeklong AfroTech singles RSVP tied to the MixMingle experience, designed to help attendees discover and connect with other singles who are at the conference.
Kick off Afro Tech 2k26 week with an adults-only evening at Reset in Houston ADULT'S ONLY WELCOME TO HOUSTON MIXER Start Afro Tech Week 2026 with an exclusive welcome to Houston. Enjoy breathtaking views, a…
Rauk AI hosts a matched small-group networking dinner. Restaurant details are sent 24 hours before the event. The $30 ticket covers matching and event organization; guests pay for food and drinks separately…
A closed-door discussion of changing roles, early-career expectations and workforce design, facilitated by Best Buy's Olivia Jefferson. This private roundtable requires selection and an Executive, Medical or…
A DoorDash-sponsored coworking lunch for AI Edge ticket holders. The official agenda has not published further details or a separate RSVP link.
The Innovation x Culture Summit is back to spotlight the power of entrepreneurship and investment in Houston! The Innovation x Culture Summit will feature: - Black Futures Market - a curated showcase of…
Join Capital One Café for an evening of networking and a panel discussion, Cash In On Your Career: Moves that Take You From Successful to Strategically Positioned. No matter where you are in your career, we’ll…
Join us for an elevated conversation on building wealth, protecting your future, and creating lasting financial legacies for generations to come. Live R&B Music performance by The Sessions.
A small-group dinner where Rauk AI matches attendees for conversation and networking during AfroTech week.
A free, untimed community 5K run/walk hosted by bEHR Health. Check-in begins at 7 AM and the run/walk starts at 8 AM. All paces are welcome. The precise gathering point near the Buffalo Bayou trail entrance…
Morning Vibes Houston brings executives, leaders, and professionals together for breakfast, good music, and meaningful connections before AfroTech. Join us November 4–6, 2026, from 8–10:30 AM at Reserve 101…
An off-the-record conversation for CEOs and senior leaders with Erica Terry Derryck and Reggie Marable. This private roundtable requires selection and an Executive, Medical or All Access conference ticket…
A discussion of community-centered AI with Lenovo's Candice Coletrane and Benjamin Bennett. This private roundtable requires selection and an Executive, Medical or All Access conference ticket; there is no…
Day one of the AFROTECH × Out of Office Cultural Living lounge: a downtown space to connect, collaborate, recharge, and spend time between conference programming.
Amazon Amplify brings together industry leaders, tech innovators, and community changemakers for networking, conversations, onsite interviews, and music. Charles Beloved hosts, with music by DJ Olo. Entry…
A networking meetup for people working on artificial intelligence. Eligible AfroTech conference ticket required. Eligible conference passes: All Access, Executive, Medical, Premiere, Student. Also appears in…
A little less execution. A lot more connection. Join fellow PM professionals during AfroTech 2026 for an informal networking mixer. We spend our days managing timelines, navigating complexity, aligning…
An AfroTech-week networking mixer for vibe coders, builders, and tech professionals hosted by the Rebrand Institute of Tech Equity.
A Black-wealth-focused community kick back in Houston scheduled for Wednesday evening during AfroTech week.
The Cool Down is an elevated coed experience designed for high‑achieving professionals of color who are actively shaping the future of culture and capital. In partnership with Martell, Porsche, Selah…
Rauk AI hosts a matched small-group networking dinner. Restaurant details are sent 24 hours before the event. The $30 ticket covers matching and event organization; guests pay for food and drinks separately…
Rauk AI hosts a matched small-group networking dinner. Restaurant details are sent 24 hours before the event. The $30 ticket covers matching and event organization; guests pay for food and drinks separately…
network, host your team, and build meaningful business connections in a relaxed social setting. General admission is completely free! Main VIP sections are open for booking by companies and individuals…
Morning Vibes Houston brings executives, leaders, and professionals together for breakfast, good music, and meaningful connections before AfroTech. Join us November 4–6, 2026, from 8–10:30 AM at Reserve 101…
A meetup for security professionals, engineers, ethical hackers and aspiring practitioners. Eligible AfroTech conference ticket required. Eligible conference passes: All Access, Executive, Medical, Premiere…
A networking and collaboration gathering exclusively for AFROTECH Insiders, in partnership with The Gathering Spot. Also appears in the conference sessions guide; confirm current details on the official agenda.
An invitation-only discussion with organizations, investors and civic/community leaders about barriers to small-business AI adoption. The official agenda lists a private venue and no public registration link.
Day two of the AFROTECH × Out of Office Cultural Living lounge: a downtown space to connect, collaborate, recharge, and spend time between conference programming.
A gathering for HR and People Ops professionals to discuss team culture, employee engagement and equitable workplaces. Eligible AfroTech conference ticket required. Eligible conference passes: All Access…
AfroTech, come catch a vibe with us at the CareFreeBlackGirl Cookout! We’re bringing the music, the creativity, the community, and all the good energy for an experience that’s about more than just networking…
HuCapital and Black Men in Tech are teaming up to bring HuLane, an AI-powered professional matchmaking mixer, to Houston during AfroTech! Connect with founders, creatives, professionals, and recruiters through…
Houston, The Connect is back. After a packed March edition, Hacker Proof HQ and WiCyS Houston Affiliate return during AfroTech week with five CISOs on one panel, answering the questions security and tech…
Who's rolling with me to BAE: Black and Educated? Thursday, November 5th, 7 PM at Status Houston. Tickets: https://posh.vip/e/test-1572 Use code ngolding3 for 10% off. Let's pull up deep!
Skip the stiff business cards and transactional pitches. We are bringing the rooftop energy and intentional vibes from our sold-out event at Atlanta Tech Week to Houston. Whether you are deep in cybersecurity…
Speed networking and mix & mingle for women who love women in tech, and the tech-curious. Jem Social is partnering with LesbianLand on the night, and Jem Social's Bree is co-hosting. All ticket sales are final.
Morning Vibes Houston brings executives, leaders, and professionals together for breakfast, good music, and meaningful connections before AfroTech. Join us November 4–6, 2026, from 8–10:30 AM at Reserve 101…
A three-mile community walk built around movement, conversation, and connection during AfroTech week.
We're building a different sort of networking event for members of the Tech and SaaS communities to get outside, meet new people, and enjoy some fresh air, while practicing mindful movement. Every week, we'll…
Part of a 2026 mixer series for melanated leaders, coaches, counselors, therapists, educators, and other professionals to connect and collaborate.
Close out AfroTech week with Houston's builders, founders, engineers, creators and operators in one room. 6PM in Houston is networking first: a host who keeps the night moving, one short panel, an ORE…
A community run and social connection event highlighted for AfroTech week in Houston.
Day one of PROPEL Center's HBCU innovation challenge, supported by Apple. Active HBCU undergraduates enter individually or in teams of up to three to build and pitch a technology-enabled solution. Applications…
Day two of PROPEL Center's HBCU innovation challenge, supported by Apple. Active HBCU undergraduates enter individually or in teams of up to three to build and pitch a technology-enabled solution. Applications…
A recurring professional networking event at The Ballroom at Tanglewood. Eventbrite lists a Tuesday, November 3 occurrence during AfroTech week.
A [solidcore]-hosted strength-training mat workout followed by opportunities to learn about careers at its headquarters. Mats are available first come, first served; attendees may bring their own. The…
Google's invite-only networking reception for software engineers, builders, and technologists during AfroTech. Drinks and appetizers are served. An official AfroTech 2026 conference badge and a confirmed…
Microsoft hosts an evening of live feedback for makers, networking, Copilot exploration, music, food and drinks. Ages 21+ with valid ID. Request attendance through the official form; submitting an RSVP does…
Celebrating women in tech & entertainment! Join us Wed, Nov 4 at Fairfax Houston WOMEN IN TECH & ENTERTAINMENT 💫 Nightlife Functions presents a night celebrating the women shaping tech and entertainment! Join…
An invitation-only networking event with Capital One executives, associates and recruiters. Visit the Capital One booth for more information. The public agenda does not name a venue or publish a separate…
Ancestry's evening activation combines culture, heritage and technology, with GRAMMY-winning artist Matt B. Free General Admission registration is available through the Eventbrite form embedded on Ancestry's…
A happy-hour mixer with food, drinks, music and conversations with entrepreneur and investor Terrence C. Murphy Sr. and DivInc CEO Tauri Laws-Phillips. Space is limited; the organizer advises arriving early…
An invitation-only AbbVie mixer during AfroTech week. Visit the AbbVie booth for more information. The public agenda does not name a venue or publish a separate registration link.
A brunch and networking experience for Black women across tech, film, and creative industries, with guided networking, brand activations, and a panel during AfroTech week.
An AI entrepreneurship workshop focused on moving from an idea toward a working MVP. Eventbrite lists a Houston-area occurrence during AfroTech week and additional dates.
A recurring virtual business session for fleet owners focused on scaling fleet operations. Eventbrite shows a Houston occurrence during AfroTech week.
A founder-focused reset experience built around a 60-minute Pilates barre activation for founders, builders, and operators during AfroTech week.
Join Mogul Millennial for Founder Power Breakfast, an invite-only gathering for Seed to Series A founders during AFROTECH Week in Houston. The event is powered by Braze, with support from Stripe, Green Arc…
A recurring Houston business networking mixer hosted by Tyana Bailey, with a Friday, November 6 occurrence listed during AfroTech week.
An Intimate Dinner Experience for Faith-Driven Founders, Community Builders & Innovation Leaders Join One99 Labs during AfroTech Week for an intimate, curated dinner bringing together faith-driven founders…
Official AfroTech partner experience combining wellness, movement, music, culture, community, shopping, and food.
AI is changing how we work, build, create, and compete. The Black AI Blueprint is a practical session for Black professionals, entrepreneurs, founders, creators, and builders who want to use AI as a real…
Break into the day trading industry and build a second stream of income alongside your six-figure tech career. Many people believe one income stream is enough to achieve true financial freedom. But what if you…
An AfroTech-week experience connecting emerging technology with Black American and African cultural heritage through interactive exhibits, panels, and AI-enabled storytelling.
Pickleball Clinic WELCOME AFROTECH ATTENDEES INSTRUCTOR LED ALL LEVELS WELCOME LIGHT BITES & NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES , AND PADDLE RENTAL INCLUDED
Mental health and burnout in tech are real. So before the conference panels, expo floors, and crowded parties kick into high gear, start your morning with movement, fresh air, and intentional community…
[Complimentary RSVPs are available while supplies last. Admission prices will be higher at the door, so secure your spot early!] Afrobeats Happy Hour (ABHH) is a curated social experience that brings together…
La Sala Afrotech Kickoff at Fairfax The right room changes your whole week. La Sala means the room. For Afrotech, make it your first. An intimate kickoff at Fairfax for the ambitious, the magnetic, and the…
A Houston art exhibition scheduled during AfroTech week, presented by Elevate Experiences at Studioco.
Grab the mic! Drop The Mic Karaoke night at Harold's Houston on Tue, Nov 3 DROP THE MIC - BLACK TECH - SING ALONG SOCIAL Start Black Tech Week 2026 with an exclusive social event like no other. This karaoke…
Join Catalyst Studios and Westborn Collectives for a night appreciating the relationship between art and culture. With special guest curation by Mueni Loko and an installation from Senegalese Native, Moussa…
Connect with fellow Black tech professionals, catch up with familiar faces, and make new connections during AfroTech week, with music by Francesca Eva, DJ NP3 and CJ Williams.
Join Catalyst Studios and Westborn Collectives for a night appreciating the relationship between art and culture. With special guest curation by Mueni Loko and installation from Senegalese Native, Moussa…
Sultry Symphonies presents AfroTech Edition — an intimate evening of sexy Afrobeats, slow R&B, and soft Caribbean sounds paired with cocktails, chemistry, and elevated energy.
ALL LANES LEAD TO TH3 MIXER! sa We're back for another lap, and this year, we're switching gears! LORO On Thursday, November 5th at 6PM, TH3 MIXER returns to Houston during AfroTech, taking over Velocity Sim…
A late-night social for believers to eat, play, connect, and vibe without compromise
Shake Body is an Afrobeats dance party. It's all about dancing. No standing, no dulling, just come and dance. If you like enjoyment and a good time, this one’s for you.
🌍 2026 Houston AfriFest - Experience Africa LIVE at AfroTech 2026! Come celebrate the beauty and diversity of African culture at Houston AfriFest 2026 representing African countries and their amazing cultural…
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