Latest update: February 24th!

A couple of days now before the mobile craze will hit Barcelona again, so here’s my annual list of side events and *places to be*: the events and networking cocktails – next to the classic big industry players mega parties – where I’m involved with or will be hanging around.

Feel free to send me your networking event, cocktail or party, I will update this list regurarely.

I hope to meet you at one of those events! If you’d like to catch up, the best way is to contact me directly on Twitter as @mtrends.

Sunday, February 26th, 2012

Mobile Sunday 2012

- The classic meet-up of mobile influencers before the Mobile World Congress.

The seventh annual Mobile Sunday – the now classic meet-up of mobile influencers, developers, investors and entrepreneurs will be taking place in Barcelona on the eve of this year’s Mobile World Congress at City Hall in the heart of Barcelona, near Plaça de Catalunya.

Mobile Sunday is the place where the stories that matter are launched the day before the conference starts. Mobile Sunday is also a unique chance for you to meet AppCircus organizers and winners and to meet the MobileMonday global chapter founders in one spot during the conference.

Venue: City Hall, Rambla de Catalunya 2-4, 08002 Barcelona (right next to the Plaça Catalunya)

Time: starting at 7pm CET

The event is FREE! Registration is required, sign up here.

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Monday, February 27th, 2012

Mobile Premier Awards

The Mobile Premier Awards 2012 mark the end of the AppCircus year and brings together the winners of more than 30 countries worldwide. You will have a rare chance to meet developers from all over the world competing for the best app of the year. The competition is the largest open and global cross-platform app competition in the mobile industry, it provides the point of reference for the startup and developer community during Mobile World Congress.

The event is FREE! Registration is needed here.

This year, the event is taking place at Sala Apolo – a jewel of the classic dance hall design and only 5 minutes walking distance away from the Mobile World Congress premises.

Follow @appcircus on Twitter for latest info and updates!

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AppCircus Party

- where developers forget about code –

After The Mobile Premier Awards – We aim to Party!  … and you’re invited! Come celebrate with us (from 8.30pm till midnight) at the AppCircus party supported by Mozilla; in the Beautiful Sala Apolo, Barcelona – a jewel of classic dance hall design.

Unwind, mingle and do your thing to some great music! Enjoy the hosted bar,  finger food, and be prepared for some live entertainment surprises!

The party will host some live concerts by:

Mambo Jambo & Ster Wax

Mambo Jambo is a quartet of experienced Rhythm and Blues musicians formed in Barcelona in 2009. Delivering high energy instrumentals guaranteed to keep you moving, they will also be joined by Ster Wax, a local vocal talent with an incredible stage presence and style.

Soul Kitchen Delux

Following the main bands, the evening wraps up to the funky sounds of Soul Kitchen Delux!

The event is FREE! Registration is required, sign up here.

Venue: Sala Apolo

Time: 20:o0 until 23:30.

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Android* on Intel® Architecture – Android Developer Brunch

Get on the ground floor of creating amazing apps for the mobile technology of tomorrow. Android apps on Intel® Atom™ processor devices present a whole new world of opportunities. Witness firsthand how to harness the power of the platform to give existing titles a boost and to deliver a new generation of mobile apps. 

This free event is perfect for developers who are interested in technical demonstrations of the latest Android on Intel® Architecture devices and the awesome apps that run on them. Additionally, technical experts will be on hand to answer your questions, offer valuable advice, and to tell you how to get started.

Where: Hall 6 – 6HS14

Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm

Registration here.

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Tuesday, February 28th, 2012

API Hackday Barcelona

API Hackday Barcelona brings developers together for an all-day coding fest focused on building apps and mashups with APIs. Developers of all experience levels can share ideas, collaborate on existing projects, start new ventures, and find out about great tools and powerful APIs.

Free admission, Free Food! Snacks, coffee, lunch, beer.

Hackers will also hear from some of the world’s top API-focused companies on tips, tricks, and tools for building the next big app. At the end of the day, teams and/or individuals get a chance to present their work to a panel of judges and win awesome prizes.

Brought to you by Mashery, Teambox, dotopen, appMobi, 3scale, SendGrid and Twilio

Tweet about it using the #apihackday hashtag.

Location: La Salle University, Carrer Ribagorça – Room S2.03, 08017 Barcelona.
Time: from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Registration required here.

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The Fjord Oasis

The Fjord Oasis, refreshments for those roaming MWC! A collaborative party with Fjord, Foursquare and Spotify. For all those innovators, developers and start-ups roaming MWC…come to the Fjord stand to meet the senior team from Fjord, Foursquare and Spotify. For connections, introductions, and that well needed drink in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Getjar is doing its party on Tuesday in one of the most exquisite clubs of the moment in Barcelona.

Location: Hyde Club
Address: Passatge Domingo nº3, 08007 BCN

Time: 6pm – 8pm
This event is invite-only.
You need an invitation to register for this event. Contact the host to find out more.

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GoMo News Blender

Organised by the wonderful Bena Roberts from GoMoNews, this is the perfect cocktail to meet the interesting folks working in the mobile marketing, mobile advertising, mobile search, mobile barcode and mobile application space. Please RSVP here.

Location: Marmalade Bar, Riera Alta 4-6, 08001 Barcelona, Spain.

Time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm

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OpenMarket Party

OpenMarket, in association with Mobile Entertainment Magazine, host the mobile content industry’s networking party at Mobile World Congress 2012 at C3 Bar, under the Barcelona Centre for Contemporary Culture.

Free food and drinks, plus special entertainment, from 8.30pm until midnight.

Venue: C3 Bar, Calle de Montalegre 5, 08001 Barcelona
From the CCCB or from the Plaza de Joan Corominas, 5 minutes from Plaza Catalunya and Plaza Universidad

Registrations to this event are now closed!

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Dutch Mobile Networking Event

The Dutch Mobile Networking Event will take place at an exclusive town house in Barcelona, Spain. The event is focused on Dutch visitors of the Mobile World Congress. The main language spoken will be Dutch. However there were quite some international guests last years, so please feel free to join.

Time: 20:00 – 23:30
Location: Torre Amat, Duquesa d’Orleans 9, 08034, Barcelona

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Wednesday, February 29th, 2012

Bubble Over Barcelona

Bubble Over Barcelona (BOB) is a mini-conference that brings the many innovators and disruptors from the Silicon Valley area to the global mobile meet up that is Mobile World Congress. The three hour event is designed to be a place where edge-pushing companies can cross pollinate with each other and also meet up with the many venerable operators and device manufacturers who converge on Barcelona from all over the world.

Venue:

Museu del Rock
4th floor, Arenas de Barcelona (the big round building across the Plaza from MWC)
Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 373-385
local PC2 CP08015 Barcelona

Time: 11AM-2PM.

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Android* on Intel® Architecture – Android on Intel Architecture Showcase

Get on the ground floor of creating amazing apps for the mobile technology of tomorrow. Android apps on Intel® Atom™ processor devices present a whole new world of opportunities. Witness firsthand how to harness the power of the platform to give existing titles a boost and to deliver a new generation of mobile apps. 

This free event are perfect for developers who are interested in technical demonstrations of the latest Android on Intel® Architecture devices and the awesome apps that run on them. Additionally, technical experts will be on hand to answer your questions, offer valuable advice, and to tell you how to get started.

Where: Mies van der Rohe Pavilion

Time: 9:00am – 6:00pm

Registration here.

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Foursquare Meetup

For the foursquare fans in Barcelona! You’re invited to attend a meetup with Dennis Crowley, Holger Luedorf and Charles Birnbaum which will be held during Mobile World Congress 2012.

Venue: Milk, C/ Gignas 21
http://milkbarcelona.com/

closest metro station: Jaume I

Time: 6.30pm

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Android* on Intel® Architecture – Android Developer Reception

Get on the ground floor of creating amazing apps for the mobile technology of tomorrow. Android apps on Intel® Atom™ processor devices present a whole new world of opportunities. Witness firsthand how to harness the power of the platform to give existing titles a boost and to deliver a new generation of mobile apps.

This free event are perfect for developers who are interested in technical demonstrations of the latest Android on Intel® Architecture devices and the awesome apps that run on them. Additionally, technical experts will be on hand to answer your questions, offer valuable advice, and to tell you how to get started.

Where: Mies van der Rohe Pavilion

Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Registration here.

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WIP Party @ MWC 2012
One of “THE” Developer Parties at MWC so make sure you come and connect with all the members of the mobile ecosystem.

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Thursday, March 1st, 2012

MLOVE Party @MWC

By now becoming a classic closing party of the ones who’re still standing after the conference week

Register here on Facebook.

Location: Incognito BAR, Calle Fusina 6, 08003 Barcelona, Spain. Time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm

Time: 6-11:00pm