Web Summit Side Events in Lisbon — How to Host Your Own
Hosting a side event during Web Summit costs €100–200 per person for a full evening programme with venue, catering, and entertainment. With 70,000+ attendees in Lisbon for a week, side events — networking dinners, demo days, investor cocktails, and after-parties — are where the real deals happen. But venue prices spike 50–100% and the best spaces book out months ahead. Here is how to plan yours.
Venue Options by Event Type
| Event Type | Best Venue | Price Range | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Networking cocktail | Rooftop terraces | €8,000–15,000 | 50–200 |
| Demo day / pitch night | LX Factory / creative spaces | €5,000–15,000 | 50–300 |
| Investor dinner | Private dining | €80–150/pp | 10–40 |
| After-party | Rooftop bars / clubs | €5,000–20,000 | 100–500 |
| Breakfast briefing | Hotel near venue | €40–80/pp | 20–100 |
Timeline & Lead Time
6 months ahead: Book venue. Prime rooftops and Parque das Nacões spaces go first.
3 months ahead: Confirm catering with fingerfood providers, book entertainment and AV.
1 month ahead: Final guest list, transport arrangements, photographer confirmed.
Planning a Web Summit side event? Tell us your format, guest count, and budget — we'll check availability and deliver event matches within 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Web Summit side event cost?
Expect €100–200/person. Venue prices spike 50–100% during Web Summit week.
How far ahead should we book?
4–6 months for prime venues. By September, the best options are gone.
Where should we host?
Parque das Nacões for proximity, rooftops for atmosphere, LX Factory for creative events.
Plan Your Web Summit Side Event
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