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title: Activities
url: https://www.vmware.com/explore/us/engage/activities
description: From sponsored get-togethers to meetups and hallway conversations, VMware Explore will provide the spaces and places to engage and connect.
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# Activities

Whether you are networking in The Hub or celebrating at The Party, VMware Explore offers a variety of onsite activities designed to help you build a stronger professional community.

## Official Evening Events

### Welcome Reception
**Monday, August 31**  
5:00 – 7:00 PM in The Hub  
Kick off your Explore experience at the Welcome Reception in The Hub. Network with fellow attendees in a fun atmosphere, pick up some new swag, and enjoy delicious appetizers and drinks.

### The Party
**Wednesday, September 2**  
7:00 – 10:00 PM at TAO Beach and Nightclub  
Work hard, play hard. The Party is our must-attend evening event. Plan to enjoy some food, drinks, and great music. Access to The Party is included in the Full Event Pass.

## Explore Essentials

### The Hub
![The Hub](https://www.vmware.com/media/blt8c9a8aaca0ffd4ac/blt368a1193708bfa1a/6862db73e8e8e6a2995cf845/vmwx-lifestyle-photo-waves_the-hub_640x320.png)  
The Hub welcomes all attendees to relax, recharge, network, and learn. Join us at the interactive heart of the event where you will find various Broadcom Communities, the VMware by Broadcom booth, sponsor booths and activations, sponsor meeting rooms, the Expert Bar, theaters, as well as areas to unwind.

### Hands-on Labs
![Hands-on Labs](https://www.vmware.com/media/blt8c9a8aaca0ffd4ac/bltfa1f1e57107beabe/66014a7e1741ea779e650baa/vmwx-hol.jpg)  
Get hands-on with the latest VMware products at Hands-on Labs. In addition to Expert-led Workshops and Self-paced Labs, attendees can also experience VMware {code} Labs. As always, the subject matter experts who created the labs will be standing by to answer questions and deep dive into solutions.  
- [Learn more about VMware Hands-on Labs](https://hol.vmware.com/)

### Certification Exams
![Certification Exams](https://www.vmware.com/media/blt8c9a8aaca0ffd4ac/blt56c636a36131d7dd/66014a7eeee5d8eae5603511/vmwx-certification-exams.jpg)  
The Full Event Pass includes one complimentary VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) certification exam voucher. Certification exams can be taken onsite during the event, Sunday – Friday, and it is recommended to schedule exams as soon as possible, as onsite testing availability is limited.

### The Meeting Center
![The Meeting Center](https://www.vmware.com/media/blt8c9a8aaca0ffd4ac/blta555ac7b366f8b3a/6862d9bdf0228024a467b966/vmwx-lifestyle-photo-waves_meeting-center_620x320.png)  
The Meeting Center offers private meeting rooms for customers and partners to connect with subject matter experts. [Contact](https://www.vmware.com/explore/us/contact) your Broadcom representative for more information.

## Focused Programs

### Partner Experience
Partners will benefit from exclusive session offerings and enjoy access to the partner lounge to learn, relax, and connect with peers throughout the week. Register with your company email address to be properly identified as a Broadcom partner.  
- [LEARN MORE](https://www.vmware.com/explore/us/partner)