Ultimate Guide to Token2049 Dubai Side Events: Parties, Panels & Web3 Experiences

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Token2049 Dubai is not just about the main conference; it’s a city-wide Web3 festival. From April 30th to May 1st, Dubai transforms into a hub for blockchain innovation, with a plethora of side events catering to builders, creators, investors, and collectors. This guide highlights the must-attend events, providing a comprehensive overview of the Token2049 Dubai experience.

What to Expect at Token2049 Dubai Side Events:

  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders, founders, and investors.
  • Educational Panels and Summits: Gain insights into the latest trends and technologies.
  • Developer Meetups and Hackathons: Collaborate on innovative projects and earn bounties.
  • Exclusive Parties and Entertainment: Enjoy unforgettable experiences in Dubai’s iconic locations.

Featured Side Events:

ChainAtlas Scavenger Hunt – Powered by Belong

Belong is revolutionizing event engagement with its ChainAtlas scavenger hunt. This innovative experience uses the Belong app to guide participants through premier side events and landmarks across Dubai.

Presented by Belong

How the ChainAtlas Scavenger Hunt Works:

  1. Explore: Browse a curated list of top side events and iconic Dubai landmarks.
  2. Check-In: At each location, mint a free, gasless proof-of-attendance NFT directly within the app. No wallet is required.
  3. Earn Rewards: Collect souvenirs, unlock perks, participate in raffles, and accumulate XP as you journey through the city.

To learn more about how to participate, download the Belong app.

Belong × Immunefi × ChainSecurity VIP Mixer

This exclusive mixer brings together blockchain security experts in a stunning 360° art dome.

  • Location: TODA (Theatre of Digital Art), Souk Madinat Jumeirah
  • Date: Thursday, May 1
  • Time: 18:00 – 23:00
  • Registration: Available here

Attendees can expect gourmet cocktails, captivating live visuals, a special ChainAtlas mint, and surprises from Cointraffic and Websync. Confirmed guests include representatives from Symbiotic, Tron, Maple Finance, LBank, Swissborg, Enzyme Finance, Crypto.com, Binance, MEXC, Bybit, Animoca Brands, Jito, DWF Labs, Flare Network, GMX, Berachain, Superfluid, gate.io, Bitget and Shardeum.

Builder and Developer Meet-Ups

  • Solana Snapshot: April 30, Hilton Palm. Panels and tooling demos by Solana core teams.
  • Lagrange ZK/AI Summit: April 28, Warehouse Four. Focus on Layer 2 infrastructure, zero knowledge, and AI.
  • ETHDubai: April 28-29. For Solidity developers and Ethereum core contributors, with in-depth tech sessions.
  • BuildMoney Hackathon: April 28-29, BITS Pilani. $6,000 bounty hackathon centered on payments.
  • Diamante Hackathon: April 30, Manipal University. A multi-day builder event hosted by the DIAM token ecosystem.
  • DeFAI + Restaking Day: April 30. Focused on AI-driven staking with EigenLayer, Mode, and Ether.fi.
  • Powering the Future (XDC): April 28, DIFC. A meetup focused on DePIN and RWA ecosystems.
  • Blockchain Stack Workshop (B-Harvest): April 28, Cypher Capital. Infrastructure workshop tailored for developers.
  • Bybit Demo Day: April 28, Bybit HQ. A showcase of trading automation and quant tools.

Panels, Summits, and Institutional Forums

  • Tokenized Capital Summit: April 29, Sofitel JBR. Discussion on RWA, fund flows, and regulatory aspects.
  • Staking Summit: April 28-29, Waldorf Astoria. Deep dive into Ether (ETH) staking and the validator economy.
  • Scaling DeAI Summit: April 28. Featuring updates from the Decentralized AI ecosystem including Near and Kite AI.
  • RWA Eco Day (Plume): April 28, ATÖLYE. A showcase of projects and tokenization technologies.
  • VC Connect: April 28, Millennium Plaza. Startup-investor matchmaking event.
  • Legal & Regulatory Forum: April 30, DIFC. Discussions on policy, compliance, and licensing within the crypto space.
  • Global Innovators(CV VC × DMCC): April 25, SO/ Uptown. Startup pitches and investor panels.
  • Unchained Summit: April 28-29, Kempinski Downtown. A meeting point for TradFi and crypto at scale.
  • Building Blocks: The Wiz Model: April 28. A private UAE-Israel tech roundtable.
  • OKX Alpha Traders Summit: April 29. Focused on institutional trading tech and fund strategies.

Networking and Community Meetups

  • Belong × Immunefi × ChainSecurity: May 1, TODA. Panel discussions, cocktails, and a ChainAtlas mint.
  • Web3 Latino Sunday: April 27, Juan Valdez Jumeirah. A high-energy Latin Web3 meetup.
  • Nomad Coworking Day: April 28, Juan Valdez. A free workspace for global founders.
  • She Connects Brunch: April 29, JW Marriott Marina. Brunch and panels focusing on women in Web3.
  • Cafe GM Lounge: May 1-2. A casual networking cafe open throughout the conference days.
  • Founders & VC Meetup (EventHype): April 28. Curated conversations between founders and funders.
  • Oversubscribed VIP Breakfast: May 1. An invite-only investor roundtable.
  • NH Private Mixer: April 27, Burj Al Arab. An exclusive rooftop cocktail reception.
  • bro.jo Coworking: April 28-29, Belgian Beer Café. A workspace hub by bro.trade.
  • ONE OF US: Run + Padel: April 27, multiple locations. Fitness meetups with DJ sets and NFT perks.

Parties and Entertainment

  • AFTER2049: May 2, Sky 2.0. The official closing party.
  • RaveDAO Desert Rave: May 1 (9:00 pm) – May 2 (3:00 am), Terra Solis. An all-night party with shuttle services.
  • 1001 Crypto Nights: April 30, DIFC. An Arabian Nights-themed event.
  • Halborn Yacht Party: May 1, Marina. An exclusive sailing event with security leaders.
  • BTCC KOL Yacht Party: May 2. A collaboration at sea between content creators and exchanges.
  • Sunset Soirée: April 30. Relaxed beachfront drinks and music to wrap up the day.
  • DWF Labs Haus: April 29. An invite-only investor lounge.
  • KuCoin Gala: May 1, TBA rooftop. Exchange celebration with skyline views.
  • BitMart VIP Party: April 30, Marina District. A high-end mixer.
  • Maelstrom Desert Camp: May 2. Concluding the events with a sunrise in the desert.

Conclusion:

Token2049 Dubai offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Web3. By taking advantage of the diverse range of side events, you can gain valuable insights, forge new connections, and experience the cutting edge of blockchain technology. Whether you’re hunting NFTs, attending exclusive parties, or participating in builder meetups, Token2049 Dubai is a city-wide adventure waiting to be explored. Don’t miss out on the chance to elevate your experience beyond the main stage!

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