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Title: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: dkd on July 09, 2018, 10:13:13 AM
I saw this event on the Hollywood Reporter list.

Has anyone whose gotten an invitation in the past received one this year.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: superkatchick on July 09, 2018, 10:16:07 AM
I won a contest and got access one year. It's kind of life changing really, *insert long sigh* :)

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Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: Kmd2103 on July 09, 2018, 10:18:07 AM
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I won a contest and got access one year. It's kind of life changing really, *insert long sigh* :)

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What contest was it? It always looks amazing!
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: fivexfive84 on July 09, 2018, 10:21:33 AM
I went last year for the Mr. Mercedes Brunch. It was nice - I enjoyed the smoked salmon and free drinks :)
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: superkatchick on July 09, 2018, 10:22:03 AM
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What contest was it? It always looks amazing!
It was one Wired did on Twitter, free food and they had Game of Thrones beer plus a bunch of cool freebies and a DJ! I got to go to a brunch there last year courtesy of Mr. Mercedes but it was very rushed and didn't include in and out privileges!

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Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: fivexfive84 on July 09, 2018, 10:24:22 AM
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It was one Wired did on Twitter, free food and they had Game of Thrones beer plus a bunch of cool freebies and a DJ! I got to go to a brunch there last year courtesy of Mr. Mercedes but it was very rushed and didn't include in and out privileges!

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That sounds awesome. I agree the brunch was rushed.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: dianosaurus on July 09, 2018, 10:56:13 AM
My friend and I have gone in years past, and she did say that invites for this year went out some time last week.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: dolphina on July 09, 2018, 12:56:58 PM
Well no invite for me  :(
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: dkd on July 09, 2018, 01:15:32 PM
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My friend and I have gone in years past, and she did say that invites for this year went out some time last week.

Thank you.  I'm  glad I asked.

I checked the spam folder of my work email account and the invitation was there.  I am now registered.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: mark on July 09, 2018, 02:48:44 PM
I had received one on 7/2 with the subject "You're Invited to the Wired Café at Comic Con"

But I just now got another one with the subject "RSVP Today to the Wired Café at Comic Con" so I'm confused.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: Angel_ on July 09, 2018, 03:04:21 PM
I'm confused too. As mentioned, I'm someone's +1 for the Wired Cafe. But I just got my own personal invite as well now. So uh. Ok.  Glad I finally made it on their mailing list and won't be such a mooch! Strange about that delay tho.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: mark on July 09, 2018, 03:11:19 PM
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I'm confused too. As mentioned, I'm someone's +1 for the Wired Cafe. But I just got my own personal invite as well now. So uh. Ok.  Glad I finally made it on their mailing list and won't be such a mooch! Strange about that delay tho.

At first I thought it was a followup to the original invite but it takes you to the exact same page. I want fewer things to think about, not more :(
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: lmm3787 on July 09, 2018, 03:22:23 PM
I would love to attend this. So if someone received an email and does not plan on utilizing it please feel free to send it my way.
As one of the posters mentioned-- once on the list I won't have to mooch in the future! :)

Luke

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Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: SynXack on July 09, 2018, 03:40:56 PM
I wouldn't mind a charitable invite as well! If you wouldn't mind!
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: Kmd2103 on July 09, 2018, 03:41:15 PM
I’ll toss my hat in too! Would love to attend!
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: Berts on July 09, 2018, 03:49:29 PM
What mailing list did I have to be on to receive this invite and why didn't anyone tell me!? Aww man...

Well I guess I'll go the dignified route and beg for an unused invite from a generous and totally awesome forum member: [email protected]
Title: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: Deathbyjackal on July 09, 2018, 03:51:55 PM
I work in the television industry, so I need to ask around and figure out how to jump on this as well in the future. If anyone has any suggestions on how to go, let me know! Would love to learn!


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Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: dkd on July 09, 2018, 05:56:32 PM
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I work in the television industry, so I need to ask around and figure out how to jump on this as well in the future. If anyone has any suggestions on how to go, let me know! Would love to learn!


The best thing to do is to find someone you know who has done business with Conde Nast, or, specifically, Wired.  They can contact their sales person and, maybe, get you on the list.  They also have a lot of TV actors and behind the scenes people there in their VIP section.  Maybe you know someone from that perspective.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: azul120 on July 09, 2018, 11:56:35 PM
Would also love to attend someday!
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: darlenealderson on July 10, 2018, 08:12:56 AM
Would love to attend.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: sin86a on July 10, 2018, 01:52:50 PM
Did anyone get a reason for the double email invite? I RSVP'd when I received my original invite and then a few days ago got a second email that links back to the same page. Emailed but haven't heard back. Anyone get an answer on this?
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: jamiesugah on July 10, 2018, 01:55:51 PM
I did not get a second email and now I'm a little concerned.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: sin86a on July 10, 2018, 02:04:18 PM
It's weird because it just links back to the original RSVP page. Not sure what the deal is. Did they lose the first round of RSVPs? Was the new round a mistake? No idea.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: dkd on July 10, 2018, 02:12:44 PM
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Did anyone get a reason for the double email invite? I RSVP'd when I received my original invite and then a few days ago got a second email that links back to the same page. Emailed but haven't heard back. Anyone get an answer on this?

The same thing happened to me.

The other odd thing is that last year, I received an email confirmation of my reservation and I didn't get one this year for either RSVP.  Something is odd.

Did anyone get an email confirmation either time?
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: Angel_ on July 10, 2018, 02:13:26 PM
I RSVPd for both just to be safe.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: sin86a on July 10, 2018, 02:15:39 PM
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The same thing happened to me.

The other odd thing is that last year, I received an email confirmation of my reservation and I didn't get one this year for either RSVP.  Something is odd.

Did anyone get an email confirmation either time?

I got a confirmation from the first email with my name and my guests. "Thank you for RSVPing for the 2018 Wired Café with GQ and Pitchfork. Please use this email as a receipt of registration."
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: dkd on July 10, 2018, 02:24:55 PM
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I got a confirmation from the first email with my name and my guests. "Thank you for RSVPing for the 2018 Wired Café with GQ and Pitchfork. Please use this email as a receipt of registration."

I didn't get that either time.  Now, I'm concerned.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: mark on July 10, 2018, 03:46:22 PM
I emailed them back asking about the new RSVP email.

Me: "Is this something we need to do in addition to signing up using the invite that was sent out on July 2nd?"

Wired: "Nope you are all set, thanks!"

so shouldn't be a problem.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: GusGus23462 on July 10, 2018, 06:46:07 PM
So if we have the email we are good?

I just go over there and show ID?
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: mark on July 10, 2018, 07:16:50 PM
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So if we have the email we are good?

I just go over there and show ID?

When I signed up I was the only one who got an email, the other people on the form didn't. I contacted them and they said it was ok and they would just be comparing names against a list. I presume they will check id?
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: GusGus23462 on July 10, 2018, 07:20:09 PM
Oh snap. Good to know. I signed up everyone in my group, but I was the only one who got the confirmation email!

As someone who has never been to this before, what’s this lounge like? Based on previous years obviously!
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: dkd on July 10, 2018, 07:41:20 PM
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When I signed up I was the only one who got an email, the other people on the form didn't. I contacted them and they said it was ok and they would just be comparing names against a list. I presume they will check id?

But, I didn't get any confirmation email after RSVPing.  For whoever sent an email to confirm, where did you send it?

I finally tracked someone down and Wired and they confirmed I and my guest are on the list.
 
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: dkd on July 10, 2018, 07:44:25 PM
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Oh snap. Good to know. I signed up everyone in my group, but I was the only one who got the confirmation email!

As someone who has never been to this before, what’s this lounge like? Based on previous years obviously!

It's on the pool level, but separate from the pool.  There are a few bars and a central area where they bring out the food.  Around the perimeter are several sponsor installations and a separate VIP area.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: Durnrobits on July 11, 2018, 10:31:09 PM
Hi, I got my confirmation email and will be going, along with my friends, for the first time this year. One of our group is coming after everyone on Saturday, will he have a problem getting in if we don't all check in at the same time?

Also my confirmation email only has my name on it even though I have admission for more than one person on the email. Is this normal?

Also, if I remember correctly they do wristbands? Or am I mistaken?

Thanks!
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: dkd on July 12, 2018, 03:41:43 AM
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Hi, I got my confirmation email and will be going, along with my friends, for the first time this year. One of our group is coming after everyone on Saturday, will he have a problem getting in if we don't all check in at the same time?

Also my confirmation email only has my name on it even though I have admission for more than one person on the email. Is this normal?

Also, if I remember correctly they do wristbands? Or am I mistaken?

Thanks!

As I recall, when you initially arrive, each person has to go up to a person on a tablet or computer who checks names against the invitation list.  I believe my guest's name was checked by a different person.  I don't recall if they check the names against identification.  But, there's a good chance they check identification for age because of the free drinking at the venue, particularly if you look young.  Once confirmed, each person gets a wristband.  When returning to the venue, I think the wristband is sufficient for entry.  But, the process can always change.

One thing I do recall from last year is that there can be a rather long line waiting to get in initially, due to the check in process, and, sometimes later, due to the room reaching capacity.
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: Badwolf30 on July 12, 2018, 07:06:16 AM
I'd love to get on this list as well.  If anyone has a +1 they are not using, please PM me!
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: Durnrobits on July 12, 2018, 08:30:12 AM
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As I recall, when you initially arrive, each person has to go up to a person on a tablet or computer who checks names against the invitation list.  I believe my guest's name was checked by a different person.  I don't recall if they check the names against identification.  But, there's a good chance they check identification for age because of the free drinking at the venue, particularly if you look young.  Once confirmed, each person gets a wristband.  When returning to the venue, I think the wristband is sufficient for entry.  But, the process can always change.

One thing I do recall from last year is that there can be a rather long line waiting to get in initially, due to the check in process, and, sometimes later, due to the room reaching capacity.

Thanks!
Title: Re: Wired Cafe 2018
Post by: Danielww2000 on July 17, 2018, 04:14:21 PM
I would love to go to the wired event.

Updating to Trade I have..
1 Mondo party ticket Thursday MONDO, FALSE IDOL, AND PLANTATION RUM PRESENT - CON-TIKI MUG PARTY!
Neopets tickets (gone)
2 Daron and Adam's 2nd annual Super Awesome Boba Meetup. Saturday 11am to Noon. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/daron-and-adams-2nd-annual-super-awesome-boba-meetup-2018-tickets-46303835017
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6 Dignital LA Comic Cocktails
2 Greg Miller from Kinda Funny Meetup tix https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kinda-funny-meet-up-tickets-47720449148.
1 Fast Pass for Mr. Mercedes Thursday 10am to 6pm or Friday 10am to 6pm (You pick, I'll use the other one) https://mrmercedesexperiencefastpass.splashthat.com/
1 extra for TeamCocoHouse Vir Da Stand-Up Wed at 7pm (I'll be attending as well)
2 Ready Player One Challenge (2 though I can attend if its just one) Thursday 1:10pm https://www.readyplayeronechallenge.com/