HUSTLE Rio de Janeiro Entrepreneur Networking

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NOTE: The venue is a smart-wear (no hoodies or tracksuits), over-18 venue and ID must be shown. Venue management have the right to refuse entry even with a ticket if these rules are not followed.

HUSTLE Rio de Janeiro Entrepreneur Networking — Pro Active Networking Events

HUSTLE Rio de Janeiro’s Most Action-Oriented Networking for Ambitious Founders & Entrepreneurs

Your next co-founder. Your first investor. Your biggest client.

They could all be at this event.

If you're building a business — or ready to start one — HUSTLE Rio de Janeiro is where high-energy entrepreneurs connect, collaborate, and create real opportunities. No fluff. No awkward small talk. Just meaningful connections that move the needle.

Whether you're launching a startup, scaling a side hustle, or raising your first round, this is your chance to meet mentors, investors, future team members, and fellow go-getters who can help you accelerate faster.

Why You Should Come:

• Meet founders, freelancers and innovators who are doing the work — not just talking about it
• Share ideas, get feedback on your MVP, or find your next business partner
• Discover investor leads, pilot customers, or early adopters for your product
• Walk away with 3–5 valuable new connections (we make sure you actually talk to people)

Perfect For:

Startup founders | Aspiring entrepreneurs | Solopreneurs | Side-hustlers | Freelancers | Investors | Innovators

This is NOT your average “handshake and hope” networking event. We keep it fast-paced, inclusive and founder-focused — with structured mingling to help you actually meet the right people.

It’s FREE to attend — but space is limited and there is the expectation you buy a full priced drink at the bar.

Grab your ticket now before we sell out — again.

Where: Shenanigan's, Rua Visconde de Pirajá 112A, Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro 22410-000

Bring: Your business cards, your energy, and what you’re working on

About the venue

An expat pub and live music venue rated 4.3 from around 1,190 reviews, mid-priced, and also listed as an event venue. Reviewers repeatedly report a cover charge of around R$20 that is not mentioned until the bill arrives. Live bands play on many evenings.

Getting there

The venue is on Rua Visconde de Pirajá in Ipanema, four minutes' walk from General Osório metro on Line 1, which runs every few minutes and connects to Copacabana and the centre. Ipanema beach is a short walk in the other direction. Reviewers describe the station as feeling safe, and the metro is easier than driving.

Doors 5pm. Don’t just network. Make things happen.

Join Rio de Janeiro’s most proactive entrepreneurial community.

Your next breakthrough connection starts here.