Club Tech (Club de la Tortilla)
- Date
- 2026-04-16
- Location
- Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
- Host
- Tetuan Valley
About this event
Club Tech (Club de la Tortilla) is a midday meetup for people who like talking shop without the stiffness of a formal conference. If you care about technology, community, and meeting thoughtful people in Madrid, this is the kind of gathering where a simple lunch-hour conversation can turn into a useful connection, a fresh idea, or a new collaborator. What Is This? Club Tech is an in-person community meetup built around a simple premise: bring people interested in tech into the same room, give them space to talk, and let strong conversations do the rest. The name suggests a social, approachable atmosphere, and the format is designed to feel accessible whether you come with a specific goal or just curiosity. This is not positioned as a highly scripted, all-day event. It makes more sense as a focused, social gathering where networking and conversation are central rather than secondary. That matters if you prefer events where you can actually speak to people instead of rushing between packed sessions. Because it sits at the intersection of tech, community, networking, and social meetup, the value is in the mix of people in the room. You may meet builders, operators, founders, creatives, curious newcomers, or experienced professionals who all share an interest in how technology is shaping work, products, and local connections. What to Expect Expect a format that supports easy conversation from the start. Since the event begins at 12:30 PM, it fits naturally into the middle of the day: enough time to step out of your routine, meet people, exchange ideas, and head back with something useful. A meetup like this typically works best when the flow stays light and human. Rather than over-structuring every minute, the emphasis is likely to be on: Informal networking with people across different parts of the tech ecosystem Open conversation about current projects, challenges, tools, trends, or opportunities Community-building in a setting that encourages repeat attendance and ongoing relationships Social interaction that feels relaxed enough for real dialogue, not just quick introductions You should come ready to introduce yourself clearly, ask good questions, and follow your curiosity. If there are spontaneous small-group discussions, those are often where the most valuable exchanges happen. The best way to get value from this kind of event is to be present, approachable, and willing to talk beyond your job title. It is also a good format for discovering what is happening locally. In a city like Madrid, in-person meetups create a stronger sense of the ecosystem than online feeds ever can. You hear what people are building now, what problems keep coming up, and where energy is starting to gather. Why Attend The biggest reason to attend is simple: good local tech communities are built in rooms like this. Not through polished announcements, but through repeated, practical conversations between people who are working on things, exploring ideas, or looking for others who share their interests. If you have been wanting to expand your network in a way that feels natural, this event gives you a strong entry point. A lunch-hour meetup lowers the barrier: you do not need to block off an evening or commit to a full-day program to make meaningful connections. You may leave with several kinds of value: A clearer picture of the people active in Madrid's tech community New professional relationships that can lead to advice, referrals, introductions, or collaboration Exposure to different perspectives outside your usual work circle A better sense of where your own interests fit within the broader community There is also value in simply being in the room consistently. Community events reward people who show up. Even one conversation can be useful, but the larger benefit often comes from becoming a familiar face and building trust over time. For anyone who feels tired of purely transactional networking, this format offers a better alternative. You can meet smart people, talk about real work, and do it in a setting that is social enough to be enjoyable and focused enough to be worth your time. Practical Details This event is in person in Madrid, Spain, which means the experience depends on showing up ready to participate. In-person meetups work best when you arrive on time, settle in quickly, and give yourself space to talk to more than just the first person you meet. The meetup takes place on Thursday, April 16 at 12:30 PM GMT+2. The midday timing makes it especially practical for people based in the city who want to fit community engagement into the workday rather than waiting for an evening slot. A few useful ways to prepare: Bring a short, clear introduction of who you are and what you are working on Think of 2-3 questions you can use to start conversations naturally Be ready to share what kinds of people, ideas, or opportunities you are hoping to find If someone interesting comes up in conversation, make a note so you can follow up afterward If you are deciding whether this is worth your time, the answer depends on what you want from a meetup. If you want highly formal programming, this may not be the point. If you want a welcoming, grounded tech gathering in Madrid where conversation and connection are the main event, Club Tech is exactly the kind of room you should be in.
Who should attend
If you want your tech network to feel more local, more human, and more useful, this meetup is likely a strong fit. - You work in or around **technology** and want to meet people in Madrid beyond your immediate team, company, or online circle. - You are a **founder, builder, developer, designer, operator, product person, or tech-adjacent professional** who enjoys exchanging ideas in an informal setting. - You are new to the city or newly interested in the local tech scene and want an approachable way to start making real connections. - You value **community-led meetups** over overly polished events and prefer conversations that can move naturally from introductions to practical insight. - You are looking for collaborators, advice, perspective, or simply smart people to stay in touch with as your work evolves. - You enjoy networking more when it feels social and grounded rather than transactional, and you are happy to contribute to the room as much as you hope to get from it. You do not need a perfect pitch or a formal agenda to belong here. You just need an interest in tech, a willingness to talk to people, and a reason to be part of the Madrid community.