Ascend '26

Kensington Street · Sydney · 15 Oct 2026

Startup Street Social

The Ascend '26 closing party takes over Kensington Street and Spice Alley in the heart of Tech Central - an entire precinct of bars, restaurants and laneways handed to Australia's startup ecosystem for one night. Live music, street food, and a thousand of the most interesting people in Australian tech.

Claim your space now: your brand, your guest list, your bar tab - right in the middle of the party.

Available spaces

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Petit Bistro & Wine Bar

Fancy & French

Available

Host your VIPs in Tech Central's most charming wine bar. Take over Petit Bistro & Wine Bar to offer your guests an elevated sanctuary right in the heart of the festival street takeover. Featuring curated natural wines, artisanal small plates, and a stylish European bistro atmosphere, Petit is the ideal exclusive space to build high-value relationships over a private bar tab.

Capacity
45 pax (10 inside + 35 outside)
Investment
$4,000 + GST
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Cheeky Bao

Intimate bao diner with pop-up bar

Reserved

Nestled in the heart of Kensington Street, Cheeky Bao is a fusion eatery redefining burger bliss. Experience a culinary adventure as soft bao buns embrace bold flavours inspired by Asian classics like bulgogi beef, crispy pork belly, and spicy miso. Cheeky Bao will include a pop up bar serving beer, wine and soft drinks.

Capacity
50 pax (inside + outside)
Investment
$4,000 + GST
No longer available
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Nomu

Japanese whisky bar & izakaya

Reserved

Own the energy with a private takeover of Nomu. Renowned for its sleek Japanese izakaya style, craft cocktails, and vibrant street-side footprint, Nomu gives your team a high-impact base to host guests, run a branded bar tab, and stay directly connected to the pulse and music of the street party.

Capacity
49 pax (24 inside + 25 outside)
Investment
$5,000 + GST
No longer available
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Gin Lane

English inspired premium gin bar

Reserved

Playfully referencing the iconic Gin Lane print by English artist William Hogarth, Gin Lane is one of Sydney's most unique small bars offering an intimate, premium space for your guests.

Capacity
80 pax (inside & outside)
Investment
$8,000 + GST
No longer available
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Dry Martini Bar

First-floor sanctuary above the main stage

Available

Claim ultimate brand presence at Startup Street Social. Dry Martini is an exclusive first-floor sanctuary directly overlooking the main stage and Spice Alley. This premium event space combines full venue naming rights with a private, dedicated lounge, allowing you to host your guests just meters above the crowd and the heart of the party.

Capacity
100 pax (inside & outside)
Investment
$10,000 + GST

Questions about a space? Email mikelangford@google.com.