Warm up Merge Madrid by Stakely
- Date
- 2025-10-07
- Location
- Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid, Spain
- Host
- Crypto Days
About this event
Madrid will be full of energy during Merge week, and this meetup is a chance to tap into that momentum before the main program takes over. Warm up Merge Madrid by Stakely is built for people who want real conversations, useful connections, and a relaxed way to meet others who are also in town to talk, learn, and build. If you prefer thoughtful networking over crowded, transactional room-hopping, this is the kind of evening that makes the rest of the week better. You’ll arrive with a clear reason to be there, meet people with shared interests, and leave with a stronger sense of who’s in the room and what conversations are worth continuing. About the Event This is an in-person community meetup in Madrid taking place on Tuesday, October 7 at 7:00 PM GMT+2. It’s designed as a social warm-up around Merge Madrid: a space to connect early, settle into the week, and meet fellow attendees, builders, and community members before schedules get packed. Rather than trying to be everything at once, the event focuses on one thing it can do well: create the conditions for good conversations. That means an approachable format, enough structure to help people get started, and enough freedom for attendees to follow the discussions that matter most to them. Expect a meetup atmosphere with a strong community angle. The point is not to sit through a long program; the point is to meet people, exchange ideas, and make the rest of your time in Madrid more productive and more enjoyable. What to Expect The evening will likely start with arrival, check-in, and time to settle in. Early moments at events matter, and this kind of gathering works best when people can ease into the room, get oriented, and start conversations naturally instead of being rushed straight into a packed agenda. From there, expect a networking-led format centered on introductions, informal discussion, and social interaction. Depending on the flow of the evening, conversations may naturally cluster around shared interests, current projects, the Merge Madrid week, and the broader topics that bring this community together. You can come ready for: Casual networking with people who are in Madrid for the same wider ecosystem moment Community conversations that feel more personal and less performative than formal conference settings Useful introductions that can lead to follow-up meetings later in the week A social setting where you can reconnect with familiar faces and meet new ones A low-pressure evening that still has clear professional value This is also a strong event for people who like to do their networking early. Meeting people before the bigger conference rhythm kicks in often leads to better follow-up, more meaningful encounters, and a much easier time navigating the days ahead. Why Attend The biggest value of a warm-up meetup is timing. On the first night, people are more open, calendars are not yet overloaded, and conversations are less rushed. That creates better opportunities to make genuine connections than you often get once the week is fully underway. If you’re coming to Madrid hoping to meet collaborators, peers, or new contacts, this event gives you a head start. A single well-timed evening can turn the rest of the week from a series of cold introductions into a set of familiar follow-ups. There’s also real value in context. Community events help you understand who’s around, what people are focused on, and where the interesting conversations are happening. That makes it easier to decide how to spend your time during Merge week and which relationships are worth developing further. You should attend if you want: A smarter start to Merge Madrid week Face-to-face connection in a more relaxed setting than a formal conference hall Conversations with people who share your interest in community, networking, and the broader ecosystem A chance to build momentum early instead of waiting for the main event schedule to do the work for you Practical Details Location: In person in Madrid, Spain. This is a physical meetup, so plan for an on-site social and networking experience rather than a hybrid or virtual format. Date and time: Tuesday, October 7 at 7:00 PM GMT+2. Since this is an evening event, it works well as a first-night anchor for people arriving in the city and looking for a clear starting point for the week. Because the event centers on conversation, it helps to arrive ready to introduce yourself, talk about what brought you to Madrid, and be open to spontaneous discussions. You do not need a formal agenda to get value here; you just need to show up with curiosity and a bit of intent. A few simple ways to get more out of the evening: Arrive on time so you can meet people while the room is still opening up Have a quick personal intro ready about who you are and what you’re focused on Use the meetup as a bridge to plan coffee chats, side meetings, or follow-ups later in the week Treat it as a community space first and a networking space second; that’s usually how the best conversations happen If you want a more grounded, human start to Merge Madrid, this is a strong place to begin.
Who should attend
This is for you if you want your week in Madrid to start with real conversations, not random chance. - You’re attending or following the broader Merge Madrid moment and want to **meet people before the main schedule gets busy**. - You work in, build for, or actively participate in **community-driven, tech, or ecosystem spaces** and value in-person connection. - You prefer **smaller, more natural networking settings** over formal panels, forced pitches, or overcrowded conference environments. - You’re new to the Madrid scene or arriving solo and want an easier way to **find your people quickly**. - You already know a few people in the community and want a place to **reconnect, expand your circle, and make useful introductions**. - You want to leave an event with **specific follow-ups, familiar faces, and better momentum** for the rest of the week. If you like meeting thoughtful people, trading context early, and turning a social evening into practical opportunities, you’ll feel at home here.