Budget Friendly Events London

London AI Cost Hack #1: Lowest Cost Wins

Spend an evening making an AI workflow as cheap as possible with engineers, founders, investors, and whoever else is interested in cutting their AI costs. Pizza included, £100 prize for the winner with the cheapest workflow. [Merge](https://merge.dev) is providing credits and swag for Merge Gateway, their product for LLM routing and cutting AI costs. The venue is All Saints, a church near King's Cross station: [https://www.kingshouse.org.uk/allsaints](https://www.kingshouse.org.uk/allsaints) Rough schedule: * 5:30 PM: Doors open, pizza and setup * 6:00 PM: Kickoff, challenge reveal and hacking * 8:00 PM: Submissions, scoring and demos * 8:40 PM: Winners and wrap-up; leave by 9:00 PM We’ll give you a description of an software engineering workflow, starter code, an eval set. Use whatever works to run the workflow and make it cheaper while passing the evals. Try [Merge](https://merge.dev) Gateway and see how cheap you can get! Push to a public git repo and I'll run the hidden eval set. Out of the solutions that pass, the cheapest one wins. The prize is £100 and a (very) firm handshake from a partner at a venture capital fund. Example workflow: an AI code reviewer that reads pull requests, checks for bugs and security issues, decides how risky it is, and writes a review. The baseline sends the full diff to a large model every time, including for typo fixes and dependency bumps. How much of that can you replace with smaller models, routing, rules, or local inference without making the reviewer useless? The actual challenge will be similar but a bit harder. Bring a laptop and come either solo or with a team. The venue is nut-free because some staff have serious allergies. Please don’t bring anything containing nuts. Thanks.

SuperPlay Hyde Park 🌲 Exciting Outdoor Games! 🥎 Get fit, make friends! ❤️

**SuperPlay** is an **exciting outdoor gameplay meetup**, featuring big games like 7 levels, Finch and Blind Assassin! These games are funny, social and tactical 🎈 perfect for making new friends as well as **challenging your mind and body!** \*\*\*\*\*\*\* **📍 LOCATION/HOW TO FIND 📍** Travel to **Hyde Park Corner** or **Marble Arch** underground stations. Walk for about 10mins towards the **Hyde Park Learning Center**. We will be amongst the trees nearby Map (Event Location): **[https://maps.app.goo.gl/NPnEZeSp7S1KLqN98](https://maps.app.goo.gl/NPnEZeSp7S1KLqN98)** \*\*\*\*\*\*\* All games and activities are **optional** and there's no pressure to compete - this is just a fun way to get some exercise and **make friends for life!** ❤️ Our Gameplay Meetups are **100% FREE** and open to everyone (kids are allowed if accompanied by an adult). We are LGBTQ+ friendly and encourage everyone to be who you are - **we love you for you!** \*\*\*\*\*\*\* **❤️ Support PlayCulture!** If you are loving our free gameplay meetups please consider supporting us on Patreon! **[patreon.com/playculture](https://www.patreon.com/playculture)** or drop us a one-off donation here **[playculture.com/donate](https://www.playculture.com/donate.php)** \*\*\*\*\*\*\* **REVIEWS** ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ *The whole experience was great for the soul. I have made new friends who are now my go to activity buddies. I highly recommend it to your inner child!* \- AnonymousFox ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ *I think for a lot of us it was more than just play, it was a safe space to be ourselves and to have fun. I enjoyed meeting like-minded people who love playing as much as me!* \- Anita ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ *Fresh new games and great people with a relaxed atmosphere that was both action packed and laid back. I felt like a kid again!* \- AnonymousSquirrel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ *I had so much fun! Definitely a very welcoming environment with lots of great people. It was a great way to unwind/de-stress - AnonymousGoat* \*\*\*\*\*\*\* **🚀 WHAT HAPPENS AT OUR MEETUPS? 🚀** Your friendly game leader will explain how the games work and lead a little warm up, then game-on! At the end of the meetup we get food and chill until the foxes are out **⚡ WHAT IF I DON'T KNOW HOW THE GAMES WORK? ⚡** Relax! Our games are very simple and we always explain everything you need to know - beginners very welcome! **🎈 CAN I BRING MY FRIEND? 🎈** Yes please! Just select additional tickets if you are bringing someone with you **🥾 WHAT TO BRING** 🌊 \- Trainers and comfy clothes that you don't mind getting a bit muddy\! \- Bottle of water **❤️ MORE INFORMATION 🤔** Visit [www.playculture.com](https://www.playculture.com) for more info **📷 PHOTOGRAPHY 🎥** Please note that we may film or take photos at our events, either for promotion or for our YouTube channel. By attending our events you agree to feature **📢 REMEMBER 📢** These events are free-to-attend social meetups organised by passionate people. You are responsible for yourself and for your own safety. By attending you are agreeing to our terms (available here: [playculture.com/disclaimer](https://www.playculture.com/disclaimer)) Take care out there in the big wide world, and let us know if anything is troubling you **❤️**

Dell Boyz American Diner & Bar - 50% off food or Unlimited ribs for £15

Boozin' & Schmoozin' Networking for Independent Filmmakers

Want to meet indie filmmakers and film lovers around the world? Looking to find a team to work on your next project, volunteer your services for some set time, or just chat about movies with someone who can tell the difference between Fight Club and Dallas Buyers Club? Come to Raindance’s Boozin’ N Schmoozin’ – the monthly filmmakers networking event for people who love and make films! During the evening there will be an opportunity for attendees to address the room with requests and offerings. For example, “I am a writer/director looking for a producer to work with on my new script”, or “I am a DoP looking for new projects to work on”, etc Everybody welcome, producers, directors, actors, writers, composers, crew etc, etc Next date: Monday 10th August 2026 from 6:30pm UK time Venue: One Ninetyfour, 194 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LN (nearest tube Piccadilly Circus) * **Doors open at 6 :30pm** * **Pitching starts at 8pm** * **18+ only, cash bar once in** * **Hosted by Alex di Cuffa** * **Ground floor bar closes at 11pm, rooftop bar open to 1.30am (Iast orders 1am)** Advance booking only, no cash on door, sign up here This is a FREE event for Raindance Create Members, everyone else just £5 18+ only Hosted by Alex di Cuffa What they’re saying: "The network was really broad with lots of new people." - Andre Farquharson "It was really worth while. I spoke to a lot of people, gave out alot of business cards. I would definitely want to go again." - Harry Demuth "Nicely organised – MC Alex was charming." - Inez "Thanks. Was a good to meet some lovely people tonight." - Darren Brade "Nice place to be…good vibrations…!" - Viorel Obreja Whitaker Want to meet indie filmmakers and film fans in London? Want to find a team to work on your next project, volunteer your services for some set-time, or just talk about indie film with someone who can tell the difference between Lincoln and Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter? Come to Raindance's Boozin & Schmoozin. Free for subscribers to Raindance Create and Pro+ Members: https://raindance.org/membership/ £5 everyone else, sign up here Doors open at 6.30pm Cash bar once you're in * 18+ only Photography & filming may be inprogress during the course of this event If you do not want to be photographed please let the organisers know

Norma - 2 Course Bottomless Brunch(£37.50)

Actuaries, Quantitative Finance Professionals Meet in a pub and make Friends

Hi new friends and old, we're baaaack! We got together because we all agree it’s surprisingly hard to meet others in our field outside of work or a commercial conference. As a smaller group, we make meaningful connections with like-minded actuaries and quants. Lifelong friendships are forged along the way! Whether you're a veteran, a rising star, or simply new in town and want to expand your social circle, get into the insurance and banking space, or see a friend you know, this is the place to be! No guest speakers nor rigid agenda, just a casual meetup and lots of fun conversation! 🥳 We're also on Luma, so please follow us there too! [https://luma.com/friendly-actuaries](https://luma.com/friendly-actuaries) See you soon! NOTE: Please remember to bring your ID with you, as all guests must be of legal age to enter the venue. **About Us** We're a sister group of [The Friendly Data Meetup London](https://www.meetup.com/the-friendly-data-meetup/?eventOrigin=home_groups_you_organize), a bootstrapped 2000+ person group (and still maintains that small cozy vibe!). This one is focused on actuaries and quants :D 🤗 Welcome actuaries, quants and friends! Sometimes, it can be difficult to make friends within the field, and that's what we're all about! We're a group of like minded individuals who understand the highs and lows of working in finance and insurance. ✅ Our primary goal is to have higher quality conversations that are more meaningful, with smaller groups so that we get to spend more attention on each individual. 💯 If you're already reading this, you're definitely welcome! We welcome everyone, whether you're already in the field, looking to get started or just curious! 🗨️ Bring your friends, bring your plus ones, we're all just here to have a good laugh and a good chat about the world, even if it isn't always about our work. **Our values:** 📖 Openness - We welcome everyone 🤝 Trust - Build long-lasting friendships together 💝 Care - Be kind to others and help each other out **Who it's for:** \- Life Actuaries \- Non\-Life Actuaries \- Health Actuaries \- Pensions Actuaries \- Reinsurance Actuaries \- Quantitative Analysts \- Quantitative Traders \- Investment Bankers \- Portfolio Managers \- Financial Engineers \- Entrepreneurs\, Contractors \- Anyone who works with Insurance\, Pensions\, Hedge Funds\, Investment Banks\, Asset Managers etc\. \- Anyone looking to get into the space \- Friends **How to Make the Most of the Meetup** The Friendly Meetup for Actuaries and Quants has one simple purpose: meaningful connections. We're not just a community of people, we're friends who get invested in each others lives. We check in on our friends regularly, and personally. So come and join us, more than just once or twice! **Code of Conduct:** The Friendly Meetup welcomes all genders, nationalities, ethnicities, backgrounds, identities etc. There is a strict no discrimination policy in adherence to our code of conduct and our guiding principles. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for hateful or antisocial behaviour. In short, be kind to others. Do not insult or put down others. Behave professionally, don't make others uncomfortable. Remember that harassment and sexist, racist, or exclusionary jokes are not appropriate for The Friendly Meetup.

Intermediate & Above 3hrs £15

Location: Ark Walworth Academy Shorncliffe Rd, London SE1 5UJ There will be 24 hours cancellation policy. If you can't make it please update your RSVP 24 hours before the session. Anytime under 24 hours and you will be responsible for paying for the session. The session fee is £15 per 3 hours make a payment to: Monzo Personal account Alvin John Rompe Sort code: 04-00-04 acct number: 29786770

Sam’s Riverside - Set Lunch with BYO(2/3 Courses for £26.50/£31.50)

Dinner at 1 Michelin Star Hide with BYO

A hide is where ornithologists conceal themselves to watch the birdlife. Ollie Dabbous' Mayfair bolthole 1 Michelin Star HIDE is an urban oasis from the bustling world, hidden in plain sight. Spread over three floors, two light-filled dining rooms are set around a breath-taking central staircase and enjoy tranquil views over Green Park. Menus showcase the very best seasonal offerings, largely sourced from a close network of small farmers & suppliers from across the UK. **I have booked the special offer Summer Set menu which is 4 courses for £72** (+15% service charge) - see the menu below. **Even better, on Fridays in August Hide are running a BYO offer for no corkage!** For our table of 7 for the BYO I will take 6 bottles of wine with an average retail price of £25 - 1 champagne, 2 whites, 2 reds and a dessert wine. With typical restaurant mark-ups these wines would cost around £80 on their wine list, so this is a great opportunity to enjoy delicious food and drink fine wines without paying restaurant prices (for the wine!). The wine which I will take is an integral of this event so please do NOT ask if you can attend if you are not happy to share in all 6 bottles of wine. On the evening you will pay for the balance of your food bill and any additional drinks you order. **Here is the current menu:** Celeriac, jamon, coddled egg & maitake cooked over junipe \~ Chicken liver parfait, fig & hibiscus chutney, toasted brioche or Wye Valley asparagus, fresh peas, yuzu & ricotta tartlet \~ Steamed Cornish cod with cauliflower, turmeric, toasted seeds & cherries or Spiced leg of lamb, smoked aubergine, pickled roses & mint or Barbecued heritage carrots, kalettes, sesame labne, dukkah & sweet curry dressing \~ Raspberry, verbena & vanilla cheesecake soft serve with mini beignets or Warm chocolate tart & oak ice cream or Selection of cheeses, seasonal fruit loaf & chutney **DIETARY ISSUES:** Vegetarian or vegan options are available. Please let me know if you require these when booking The pre-pay for this event is £84 which includes:- \- the 6 bottles of BYO wine \- £50 credit towards your food bill \- paypal/meetup fees **Please note that Meetup now charge an additional fee to attendees on top of the price which the Organiser sets. This fee is paid direct to Meetup and is beyond our control.** **REFUND POLICY:** The 'ticket price' of £84 includes a non-refundable £4 for paypal/meetup fees. If you cancel by Tuesday 4th latest AND there is someone on the waiting list who pays for your place you will get a refund of £80. **WAITLIST:** If the event is fully booked and you would like to join the ‘waitlist’, post a comment to let me know Cheers Christos

Afternoon Tea at TOKii, Marylebone - 50% off (£30)

W Lounge, Soho - 50% off food

Mour Marylebone - Soft Launch (50% off food)