Where the Pacific Northwest Celebrates the Year
The GeekWire Gala
Join us Thursday, December 10 at The Shop for the GeekWire Gala: Seattle’s premier holiday celebration for the tech and business community, presented by First Tech Federal Credit Union.
Bring your crew, your colleagues, your clients, or just yourself. You’ll find hundreds of founders, investors, entrepreneurs and business leaders in the room, making it the perfect night to reconnect with old friends, meet new ones and make a few unexpected connections.
And yes, you can officially call it your company holiday party. Bring the team, dress up, raise a glass and let us handle the rest.
We’ll also celebrate the region’s most creative and unconventional builders with the return of Uncommon Thinkers, presented in partnership with Greater Seattle Partners.
Come for the party. Stay for the people, the ideas and the connections. It’s one of the best nights of the Seattle tech calendar, and you don’t want to miss it.
Sponsorships and group tickets are available. Want to bring a bigger crew or make an impact at the geekiest holiday party on the planet? Contact [email protected].
2233 6th Ave S., Seattle
By registering, you agree to our Code of Conduct.
Uncommon Thinkers
Meet the judges
Each year, a panel of judges selects the Uncommon Thinkers, the innovators, builders, and leaders shaping what’s next in the Pacific Northwest.
Rebecca Lovell
Chief Operating Officer, Greater Seattle Partners
Ed Lazowska
Professor Emeritus, University of Washington
Michael Mattmiller
GM, Washington State & Global Employee Engagement
Dr. Elizabeth Hansen
Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Seattle Children’s Hospital
John Cook
Co-founder, GeekWire
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Date & location
December 10, 2026 · VIP Reception 4:30 PM · Gala 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The Shop | 2233 6th Ave S., Seattle, WA (new location this year)
Food & drink
Yes and yes. From coffee to beer to signature cocktails. Appetizers will be heavy, but it’s not a sit-down dinner. Just a night of tasty bites, a little dancing, and great conversation.
What’s new this year?
We’re at a new venue: The Shop in SoDo, home to an extraordinary collection of classic and exotic cars. Expect several new activations to engage in throughout the night!
Do I need to bring a printed ticket?
Nope, just show up and our registration staff will take care of you.
Does my ticket include a plus one?
No, each individual must have their own ticket to enter the Gala.
Are tickets still available?
Yes, invite a friend, colleague, or coworker to join the fun. Get tickets here.
Attire
You have the rare license to wear cocktail attire in Seattle, or whatever you want, honestly. Tuxedos? Sure. Geeky T-shirts? Yep. Bonus points for your fiercest winter fashion.
Identification
The GeekWire Gala is a 21+ event, and all attendees must have valid ID to enter. Please have it ready.
Still have questions?
Email us at [email protected], or review our Event Code of Conduct.
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