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Shows Business Wire Nov 10, 2026 📍 San Jose

Startup World Cup 2026 Awards $1 Million Grand Prize to ZymoChem

Startup World Cup, a global startup pitch competition organized by Pegasus Tech Ventures, awarded its $1 million investment prize to ZymoChem at the 2026 Grand Finale. The event, which saw ZymoChem selected from over 200 regional competitions, was held on November 6 at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square, with the press release originating from San Jose, California.

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San Jose's Convention Landscape and Major Events Highlighted by Keynote Speaker

Dr. Florian Ilgen, CSP Nov 7 San Jose

A keynote speaker's page highlights San Jose's year-round convention calendar, noting the San Jose McEnery Convention Center and SAP Center as key venues for large congresses. It also mentions NVIDIA's GTC conference as a major event that significantly impacts downtown.

NVIDIA's GTC conference impacts San Jose convention calendar and hotel rates

Dr. Florian Ilgen, CSP Nov 7 San Jose

NVIDIA's GTC conference significantly impacts San Jose's convention calendar, regularly filling the McEnery Convention Center and SAP Center in March. This major event leads to increased hotel rates in the downtown area.

Keynote Speaker San Jose | Silicon Valley AI & Change Talks

Dr. Florian Ilgen, CSP Nov 7 San Jose

An article on planning keynotes in San Jose highlights the city's year-round convention calendar, noting that major events like NVIDIA's GTC conference significantly impact hotel rates and venue availability in the downtown area.

Hayes Mansion San Jose, Curio Collection by Hilton - Multi-Year Booking Exclusive Offer

Cvent Nov 7 San Jose

Hayes Mansion San Jose, Curio Collection by Hilton, an IACC-certified estate, is offering exclusive multi-year booking offers for meetings, conferences, and social events. The property features over 33,000 square feet of upgraded event venues, including ballrooms and expansive lawns.

Summit Hotel Properties Reports Strong Q3 2026 RevPAR Growth in San Jose

TradingKey Nov 4 San Jose

Summit Hotel Properties reported an over 11% increase in RevPAR for its urban markets in Q3 2026, with San Jose exceeding 15% growth. This strong performance is attributed to compression-driven pricing power and business travel, indicating a robust hotel market influenced by convention activity.

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Strive Networking to Host Tech and Business Networking Event in San Jose

Eventbrite Nov 7 San Jose

Strive Networking is hosting a 'Tech and Business Networking' event on November 11, 2026, at 55 South in San Jose. The event aims to connect professionals from various sectors, including tech, finance, real estate, and healthcare.

Display Week 2027 and GES General Contractor Announcement

Display Week Nov 6 San Jose

Display Week 2027 is scheduled for June 6–11, 2027, with the exhibition from June 8–10, at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. GES will serve as the official general services contractor for the event.

Event Staffing Opportunities for ServiceNow Conference at San Jose Convention Center

Backstage Nov 5 San Jose

A casting call was issued for event staff, including directional/wayfinding, registration, and scanning roles, for the ServiceNow Conference held on November 5, 2026, at the San Jose Convention Center. The positions offer $25 per hour with varying shift lengths.

Nextech3D.ai to Showcase AI-Powered Event Technology at IAEE Expo Expo 2026

Nextech3D.ai Nov 3 San Jose

Nextech3D.ai announced it will showcase its AI-powered event technology at IAEE Expo! Expo! 2026, aiming to expand its presence in the event industry. The company will demonstrate its technology to event professionals, focusing on increasing brand awareness and generating new business development opportunities.

GES Named General Services Contractor for Display Week 2027 in San Jose

Display Week Nov 3 San Jose

GES has been named the official general services contractor for Display Week 2027 in San Jose, with the Exhibitor Services Manual expected in late January 2027.

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SILICON VALLEY / SAN JOSE Community Employment Day Career Fair

Eventbrite Nov 10 San Jose

The SILICON VALLEY / SAN JOSE Community Employment Day Career Fair is scheduled for August 12, 2027, at the Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley. This in-person event will feature numerous job positions from major employers.

Display Week 2027 will take place in the San Jose McEnery Convention Center

Display Week (Official Website) Nov 9 San Jose

Display Week 2027, including its technical program and exhibition, is scheduled to be held at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center from June 6-11, 2027, with the exhibition running from June 8-10. GES will serve as the official general services contractor for the event.

SynBioBeta 2027 to Convene in San Jose

IKA Nov 8 San Jose

SynBioBeta 2027 is listed among upcoming trade shows, scheduled to take place in San Jose from May 3-6, 2027. This event will focus on the synthetic biology industry.

FanimeCon 2027 Confirmed for Late May in San Jose

Costumary Nov 8 San Jose

FanimeCon 2027 is scheduled to run from May 28-31, 2027, at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. This fan-run anime convention is known for its relaxed pace and strong cosplay culture.

TechEx North America 2027 to be Held at San Jose McEnery Convention Center

Canton Fair net Nov 8 San Jose

TechEx North America's next edition is slated for June 16-17, 2027, at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. The event will feature co-located programs covering artificial intelligence, big data, IoT, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.

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Hotel De Anza in San Jose Debuts Refreshed Food and Beverage Concepts

BizBash Nov 5 San Jose

In October, Hotel De Anza in San Jose unveiled two refreshed food and beverage concepts: The Hedley Club and The Palm Court. The Hedley Club is a 1,200-square-foot cocktail lounge for receptions, while The Palm Court is a 2,300-square-foot flexible event setting for seated dinners and larger affairs.

Hilton Santa Clara and Hotel De Anza Announce Renovations and Refreshed Concepts

Meetings & Conventions Nov 5 San Jose

Hilton Santa Clara, located across from the Santa Clara Convention Center, completed a multimillion-dollar renovation in September. Additionally, Hotel De Anza in San Jose debuted two refreshed food and beverage concepts in October, offering updated event settings.

AI-powered assistance moves into physical spaces with AI City product

Smart Cities Dive Nov 4 San Jose

LiveX announced expanded capabilities for its AI City product, including an AI-powered kiosk featuring a hologram of Mayor Matt Mahan deployed in San José Mineta International Airport. The technology is also used in the SAP Center and San Jose Sharks stadium, offering interactive assistance in physical spaces.

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