TechBBQ 2023 FAQ & Venue Information
At the Venue
Lokomotivværkstedet is accessible by public transport, walking, biking, car, and taxi. The address is Otto Busses Vej 5A, 2450 Copenhagen. Click here to find it on Google Maps.
Public transport – Plan your trip with public transport at www.Rejseplanen.dk From Dybbølsbro Station, it’s about a 15 minute walk down the street to the venue.
Cycling – Arrive like a local and use the bicycle stands nearby the entrance.
Car parking – Public parking spaces will be available in the area with the option to buy parking tickets using the three vending machines on the site or using the Easypark app (area code 3018). The area is operated and owned by DSB properties / Apcoa.
NOTE: Lokomotivværkstedet will have limited parking spots. We recommend you to take public transportation to Dybbølsbro Station. You can also find parking spots at Fisketorvet close by. Fisketorvet offer the first 2 hours/per day for free.
Upon arrival at Lokomotivværkstedet, you will see the Check In tent out the front. Here you can collect your name badge/lanyard and wristband that grants you access to TechBBQ 2023. Have this on you at all times.
Check In opening hours:
9:00 – 18:00 on Wednesday 13th
9:00 – 18:00 on Thursday 14th
Got a question during the event? You will see the Info Desk as soon as you walk inside Lokomotivværkstedet.
Info Desk opening hours:
8:00 – 18:00 on Wednesday 13th
8:00 – 18:00 on Thursday 14th
The wardrobe is located outside on your right hand side after the check in tent. It is offered free of charge and will be staffed during all opening hours.
Wardrobe opening hours:
8:00 – 20:00 on Wednesday 13th
8:00 – 20:00 on Thursday 14th
We encourage you to take a photo of your ticket number just in case. TechBBQ is not responsible for items left in the Wardrobe.
The event is accessible for wheelchair users.
Please note that this historical building has layout quirks from its original use as a train workshop. While large sections are flat, some sections are not.
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome.
Purchases of food and beverage can be made by card (no cash).
We will have food options available to purchase both inside and outside. Catering is not included with your ticket. Purchases of food and beverage can be made by card (no cash).
Table Reservation
Accepted meetings on our online event platform will be allocated a table at the Matchmaking Area. It’s not possible to reserve a table without matching on the platform first.
There will be a limited number of free-to-use workspaces (with power outlets) by the windows overlooking The Garden.
We want everyone to feel safe and secure at TechBBQ. If you see something, please say something.
In the case of any security related issues, please notify our staff at the Info Desk or the closest security personnel (security will be located at the entrance and inside the event).
Our security personnel is trained for basic first aid and can contact first responders in the case of something more severe.
112 is the number for the emergency services in Denmark. In case of an emergency, please ring that number and alert staff at the Info Desk who can help clear the way.
If you lose or find something during the event, please go to the Info Desk and our team will log it.
You can contact TechBBQ after the event via info@techbbq.org
You can contact Lokomotivværkstedet after the event via info@lvcph.dk
You can contact TechBBQ after the event via info@techbbq.org
You can contact Lokomotivværkstedet after the event via info@lvcph.dk
Yes, Lokomotivværkstedet has free Wi-Fi (access details on your name badge).
It is not allowed to smoke e-cigarettes or tobacco products indoors. Any smoking must take place outside where there will be designated smoking areas.
The good times won’t end when the day program finishes! More information to come soon.
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Event
A brief overview of the venue and event can be found on About The Event.
The full program will be made available on our event platform two weeks before TechBBQ. This will also be shown on a designated program page on our website.
You can find the venue map on our event platform, which is set to launch two weeks before TechBBQ.
No. Should circumstances change, TechBBQ will comply with any requirements and update ticket holders accordingly.
Copenhagen Airport is located at Kastrup, which is only 8km from the city centre. For an overview of transport options, including metro and trains, click here.
By taxi, it takes around 20-30 minutes to get to the city centre and costs around 250-350 DKK, depending on the traffic.
Bring your smartphone (so you can utilize our event app) and a reusable water bottle (to fill up at the water stations).
A laptop can be brought if you need to work, but there are limited work stations.
Some partners will be hosting official side events during the week of TechBBQ! This program will be announced 3-4 weeks prior to TechBBQ.
Yes. All side events have a separate registration that is decided by their organiser.
General enquiries can be emailed to info@techbbq.org For specific contacts, check out About Us.
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Online Event Platform
We 100% recommend it! Brella will help you have the best event experience, with its AI-based matchmaking tool and full overview of the TechBBQ program. Keep in mind, 90% of meetings are booked via our event platform before TechBBQ even begins!
Two weeks prior to TechBBQ 2023. Ticket holders will be invited onto the platform to set up their profile.
Our event platform is powered by Brella. You can download Brella for your smartphone here.
Yes. The full TechBBQ program will become available on the schedule tab on our event platform.
Yes. While most attendees will be in-person, you can connect with anyone on our event platform.
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Ticket
The VAT added to each order works in compliance with the laws of the country in which the event takes place. A ticket to TechBBQ will be subject to Danish VAT. The standard VAT rate is 25% in Denmark.
Yes. Instructions on how to change the ticket allocation are included in your ticket confirmation email.
Yes, you can buy a ticket (or multiple tickets) and assign it (or them) later.
Yes, one ticket is valid for only one person. You can transfer the ticket to another person, but by doing so, you, yourself, will no longer be a ticket holder.
It is not possible get a ticket for just one day. Tickets can be used by the ticket holder on both days of the event.
Yes. If you buy more than one ticket, you are responsible for assigning tickets to group members of your choosing. We require all tickets to be assigned before the event to be able to communicate all the information and make the right badge during check in.
Stalls are not included in the price of the ticket. The exhibition area is reserved for:
a) Our partners (if you want to explore our partnership options, you can contact our team here);
b) Startups that apply and are selected to showcase via our Startup Program. The selected startups will be assigned slots in the exhibition area. Applications for the Startup Program will open soon, so keep an eye on our social media channels.
The following information will be printed on your badge:
- Your ticket type (e.g: Startup, Investor, General Pass)
- Your name
- Your job position
- You company’s name
A Ticket Holder is eligible for a refund of the ticket cost they paid, if they have a change of mind within 7 days of purchase. Please note the processing fees for purchasing tickets are non-refundable. A request for a refund must be emailed to info@techbbq.org. The money will be refunded to the same source from which the ticket was purchased. Additional service fees may be applicable.
After these 7 days, your tickets have become non-refundable. However, you can change the name of your ticket allocation to a colleague, client, or friend.
The exception to the above policy is that no tickets are eligible for a refund if purchased within 14 days prior to the TechBBQ event.
They are available here.
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Code of Conduct
This code of conduct is a collection of rules and regulations that clearly state what is and what is not acceptable behaviour during our event.
At TechBBQ conference, we open our doors to everyone, regardless of gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, or religion (or lack thereof).
Even though we know you are intelligent and well-intended people, we just want to make it very clear that harassment or bullying in any form has no place at our events.
Speaking your mind is appreciated and encouraged, but don’t forget to listen to each other too. At TechBBQ event you’re encouraged to debate, have discussions, and build upon each other’s insights, knowledge, and experience. But don’t make things personal – it’s not relevant to healthy discourse.
All forms of (online) harassment or (online) bullying are unacceptable at all TechBBQ conferences or any of our side events, including:
- Strong, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise harmful language;
- Racially, ethnically or otherwise, objectionable language;
- Harassing, intimidating, stalking, or threatening other participants, speakers, organizers and partners;
- Libelous, defamatory, or otherwise tortuous language;
- Impersonation of another person;
- Posting, distributing, transmitting, or promoting illegal content;
- Invasion of another’s privacy;
- Actions that are harmful to minors;
- Posting, providing, transmitting, or otherwise making available any materials or information infringing on the rights of a third party;
- Posting, providing, transmitting, or otherwise making available any junk mail or spam, and
- Posting, uploading, emailing, or otherwise transmitting any material that contains any malicious computer code, reverse engineering, or hacking of any materials on the TechBBQ website.
Participants that are asked to stop any bad behavior are expected to do so immediately. If a fair warning doesn’t help, a violation of this code will lead to expulsion from the event without a refund. This goes for everyone at TechBBQ Events, including participants, speakers, organizers, and partners.
If you ever feel that anyone is crossing any boundaries (towards yourself or others), please contact a member of our staff immediately.
Thank you for making our events a safe place for everyone – we hope you will have a great time!
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