Experience CMS
Dive into the pulse of the tech scene– Silicon Valley. Experience additional activities online and in-person throughout CMS24.
AI + Cultured Meat: 2nd Edition Art Exhibit
Each year the Cultured Meat Symposium hosts an art exhibit related to the field of cellular agriculture and alternative proteins. After the success of the 2023 AI + Cultured Meat Art Exhibit we are bringing back the exhibit for it’s second edition located within the CMS24 Conference Hall.
Networking Breakfast
Join attendees in an early morning Networking Breakfast on Day Two of CMS24. The event will be taking place in Downtown Sunnyvale, just a short trip to the Plug and Play Tech Center. Additional details for the networking breakfast will be displayed at the CMS Help Desk. Friday, September 13 at 7:30AM.
Madera Bar Menlo Park
Meet up for cocktails, light bites and mountain views at Rosewood Sand Hill. The Madera Bar in Menlo Park is one of the most sophisticated Palo Alto bars. VC credentials not required.
2825 Sand Hill Rd
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Wildseed Palo Alto
Plant-based eatery with vast selection of delicious dishes with a true and authentic culinary focus. Highly recommended by the CMS team. SF and Palo Alto locations.
855 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Seasonal Vegetable Dinner Popup
Popup #6 : a 6-course vegetable tasting menu dinner experience on Saturday, September 14.
Inspired by the possibilities of plant-forward cuisine, the chef-driven menu places seasonal vegetables in the center of the plate. Each ticket includes welcome cocktails and summer sweet corn bites, followed by a 6-course tasting menu that celebrates the vibrant flavors of late summer and early fall.
Millennium Restaurant
Millennium Restaurant offers globally inspired plant-based fare in an inviting fine dining setting. Working with small farms, our menu changes constantly to showcase the finest local, sustainable, and organic produce at its peak.
5912 College Ave
Oakland, CA 94618
Meta Store
Through interactive demos, you can make video calls to retail associates with Meta Portal, learn how Ray-Ban Stories can help you stay present with the world around you, and explore the magic of VR with a first-of-its-kind immersive Meta Quest 3 demo.
Apple Park Visitor Center
A landmark of Silicon Valley. Just a short drive from Sunnyvale in Cupertino, California, the heart of Apple computers.
10600 North Tantau Avenue
Cupertino, CA 95014
Laughing Monk Brewery Sunnyvale
Brewpub earning fans with its house-brewed beer, industrial-chic ambiance, pub fare & outdoor patio.
1235 Oakmead Pkwy
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
St. John’s Bar & Grill
Old-school restaurant serves burgers & sandwiches washed down with a rotating beer selection.
510 Lawrence Expy
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Fun Run @ CMS24 (September 8th)
The CMS Fun Run has been a staple event since 2019 when runners came together ahead of the Cultured Meat Symposium event in San Francisco to run for a good cause. Proceeds from the event benefit Sweet Farm.
Plug and Play Tech Center
Plug and Play has been leading efforts in the Silicon Valley tech scene since 2006– Empowering the future with corporations, governments, startups, investors, and universities.
Alternative Protein Week
Alterantive Protein Week 2024 is taking place September 9-13, 2024. Get exclusive access to on-site tours, events, and happy hours when you register for CMS24 or the iCAMP Summit.
iCAMP Summit
The Integrative Center for Alternative Meat and Protein (iCAMP) leads the way in developing transformative knowledge & innovation to accelerate the commercialization of alternative proteins and sustainably fulfill all global need predicted by 2050. The Annual Summit is taking place on September 9, 2024 from 8:30am to 5pm.