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Startup Tech & AI Networking at Ascent Valley San Francisco

Join us in San Francisco for an AI, Tech & Startup Networking Night bringing together founders, investors, engineers, and entrepreneurs.

This event is focused on creating meaningful connections through structured networking and open conversations around AI, startups, and emerging technologies.

The evening includes a startup pitch session, where selected founders present their projects to a group of investors, operators, and peers, followed by feedback and discussion.

Who should attend:

• Startup founders and entrepreneurs
• Investors and venture capital professionals
• AI engineers and tech builders
• Product, growth, and business professionals
• Anyone interested in the San Francisco startup ecosystem

Pitch session takes place from 8:50 PM to 9:30 PM.

A limited number of founders will be selected to present. To apply, send your pitch deck to events@ascentvalley.club.

This event offers a collaborative environment to meet new people, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities in the AI and startup community.

Space is limited. Registration required.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $19*
*Limited free tickets were available (now sold out). Early Bird tickets are $19.99, with general admission at $24.99 and final release tickets up to $32. RSVP is required via Eventbrite. Capacity is limited and entry is subject to availability. This event is not fully free; paid tickets are currently available. No sliding scale donation is requested. There is no drink minimum. Drinks are available for purchase at the venue. Arrive early to get the most out of the networking experience. The event is designed for founders, investors, and tech professionals to connect in a structured and collaborative environment.
Categories: Community, Downtown San Francisco, Early Bird / Presale, In Person, Other
Address: 508 4th Street, San Francisco

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

9:00 am   Japanese Tea Garden’s Free Admission Hour (Golden Gate Park)  FREE*
*Free from 9-10am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday; otherwise non-resident admission is $12 - $16 depending on the season. San Francisco residents are always free with valid ID
11:00 am   Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)  FREE
11:00 am   Free Admission Day at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)  FREE
2:00 pm   Free “SF Opera” Spring 2026 Show at Filoli Historic House & World-Class Garden  FREE*
*Registration is encouraged but not required in all locations, except for Filoli, where you must register below if you plan to attend and registration may close if capacity is reached. In all venues, registration does not guarantee seating location, which is available on a first come, first served basis.
2:00 pm   Free Art Workshop: Nature Stencil Art  FREE
4:00 pm   ‘Midweek Melodies’ Free Happy Hour Concert (Golden Gate Park)  FREE
4:30 pm   $1 Wing Wednesdays at Underdogs Cantina (SoMa)  FREE*
*No admission charge. Wings are $1 each.
5:00 pm   Earth Day on the Glade: Free Outdoor Theater (UC Berkeley)  FREE*
*Free to the Public
5:00 pm   Free Short Films: “Conjuring Power” Screening (YBCA)  FREE*
*FREE
5:30 pm   Connect to College: College of San Mateo Open House  FREE
6:00 pm   Chess Lecture at the Bernal Library (SF)  FREE
6:00 pm   Free Screening + Q&A: “No Place to Grow Old” (SF)  FREE*
*Space is limited. Kindly RSVP.
6:00 pm   Pinot & Pizza Pairing Night at Bistro Boudin (SF)  Paid Tickets*
*Each ticket covers entry and guests will receive a free Fisherman's Wharf tasting glass!
6:00 pm   Free Poetry & Photography Night w/ Golden (SF Library)  FREE*
*free for all
6:00 pm   Live AI Art + Panel Discussion Night (SF)  $10*
*Free for members
6:00 pm   “Wiener Wednesday” Free Hot Dog Night at Rye (SF)  FREE*
*Every Wednesday, Free Hot Dogs with every Hornitos Cocktail purchase
7:00 pm   East Bay Speed Dating for 30s/40s (Emeryville)  $30
7:00 pm   “Gaysians” Free Queer AAPI Comedy Night (SF)  $15*
*VIP ($60) & Pay What You Can ($15 - $30 segguested) NOTAFLOF
7:00 pm   Black Hammer’s Free “Hopped Up” Trivia Night (Every Wednesday)  FREE
7:30 pm   Pretty Good Stories: Stand-Up + Music (Oakland)  $20*
*earlybird tickets available while they last
7:30 pm   FREE “Hook-Up Horror Stories” Tindervention Stand-Up Comedy Show (SF)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP
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