Your attendance at VSLive! @ Microsoft HQ is about learning from your peers as well as the experts; make the most of your time with us and add these events and activities to your itinerary!

Exclusive Access to the Microsoft Company Store VIP Program

You bring the money, we get you special access!*

All VSLive! event attendees* will have the opportunity to visit the Microsoft Company Store during their time at the conference and enjoy exclusive VIP pricing typically reserved for Microsoft employees.

VIP Pass Discounts
Eligible attendees will receive a Microsoft Company Store VIP Pass that provides access to the following discounts:

• Software and Game Pass subscriptions: 50% off MSRP
• Xbox and Surface accessories: 30% off MSRP
• Microsoft and Xbox hardware: 15% off MSRP
• Microsoft-branded apparel and swag: 15% off MSRP

Popular products include Microsoft Surface devices, Xbox consoles, software, accessories, and more.

Important Program Details

• VIP Passes are valid for in-store purchases only at the Microsoft Company Store in Redmond, WA, or the Microsoft Experience Center in New York City.
• Passes are valid during the conference dates and for up to 30 days after activation.
• The VIP Pass program provides a single-use shopping opportunity. Microsoft may limit eligibility for attendees who have already received and redeemed a Company Store Purchase Pass during the same fiscal year.
• The $200 pass limit applies to software purchases only. There is no pass limit on eligible hardware, accessories, or apparel purchases.
• VIP Passes are not gift cards or vouchers and cannot be redeemed for cash.

Eligibility Restrictions*
Passes for government agencies are not authorized. This includes, but is not limited to: Military personnel, Government agency employees, publicly funded school employees and teachers, Police officers, Firefighters, Other government officials or government agency personnel.

Store Information

• The Redmond Microsoft Company Store is a cashless store.
• Product availability and pricing are subject to change.
• Additional restrictions may apply.

Meet the Pros

Let's face it — our talented team of speakers is the main reason you head to VSLive! events. They share your interest in the latest technologies while refusing to abandon challenging applications out there already. So why not get to know them in a different light during the breaks and networking opportunities we have planned for you at Microsoft HQ? Kick back with the people who love sharing their knowledge and experience to help you get where you want to be professionally.

Mix & Mingle @ VSLive!

Get your VSLive! experience started with a relaxed evening of great conversation, light bites, and a chance to make meaningful connections. Whether you're new to the conference or a returning alum, this casual no-host mixer is the perfect setting to meet fellow attendees, chat with speakers, and enjoy a taste of Bellevue nightlife.

VSLive! will provide light appetizers. Bring your curiosity, your stories, and your appetite for connection. We’ll see you there!

Microsoft Ask the Experts & Welcome Reception - Sponsored by Microsoft

Kick off your VSLive! experience in style at our Welcome Reception, proudly sponsored by Microsoft. After a full day of learning, relax with refreshing drinks, delicious appetizers, and great company.

Mingle with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry professionals in a laid-back setting designed to help you connect, recharge, and get inspired.

During the reception, don’t miss the Microsoft Ask the Experts opportunity — a unique chance to casually chat with Microsoft product team members. Whether you have burning questions, technical challenges, or just want to exchange ideas, this is your moment to engage directly with the people behind the technology.

Be sure to also visit our exhibitors to discover innovative tools and services — and stick around for the conference raffle for a chance to win exciting prizes!

Table Topic Lunch

Join other attendees at lunch to share ideas, talk about the issues of the day, and maybe solve a few. While you enjoy lunch, you can find and connect with other like-minded people at tables designated for certain languages, technologies, and interests.

We will also have designated speaker tables - noted with the speakers’ name. Join your favorite speaker for a lunchtime discussion or to follow up on any questions from a session

VSLive!'s Wednesday Night Out

Step outside the conference and join fellow attendees for VSLive!’s Wednesday Night Out

Experience the energy and charm of Seattle’s iconic Central Waterfront! Join us Wednesday evening as a dedicated bus takes you from our host hotel, the Hyatt Regency Bellevue, straight to the heart of Downtown — with drop-off at Pier 57 (1301 Alaskan Way).

From there, the night is yours to explore! Savor Seattle’s world-class seafood, sample local breweries, wander through Pioneer Square, and soak in the city's sweeping waterfront views and vibrant nightlife. Whether you’re in the mood for great food, unique souvenirs, or just a scenic stroll, the waterfront has something for everyone.

Microsoft Campus Tours

Experience Microsoft’s iconic Redmond campus with Microsoft Insiders as your guides. Discover cutting-edge workspaces, treehouse meeting spaces, The Commons, wooded trails, and the legendary Lake Bill — and feel the innovation driving one of the world’s most influential technology campuses.