AI Events in New York City

Quantum + AI 3.0 will unite top researchers, engineers, startup founders, corporate leaders, investors, and policymakers to delve into breakthroughs at the intersection of quantum computing and AI, highlighting practical applications and industry impact over three action-packed days.

Open Future Forum will introduce the CFO AI Leverage Report, Edition 1, examining how enterprise AI is moving from experimentation into finance. The report will offer CFOs insights into AI’s growing role in the finance office.

Presented by SOHO International Film Festival and HXR, the inaugural Future Reality AI Film Festival will showcase finalist films selected from more than 1,700 submissions across 60+ countries, spanning narrative, documentary, animation, and emerging forms. The program will feature screenings, Future Reality Awards, and conversations with filmmakers, artists, and industry voices on intentional AI and the future of cinema.

Neural network practitioners and curious learners will connect over morning brews for an informal exchange of ideas, experiences, and interests in the field.

Founders and creators will build a personalized AI content system with free Stanley and Wispr Flow Pro access, leaving with a repeatable workflow for turning ideas and top-performing posts into content. The hands-on session will be led by Adeli co-founder and Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree Mika Reyes, 4x founder and Anthropic investor Ella Molony Cook, and ex-Google/YouTube and Squarespace professional Rodolphe Ködderitzsch.

Lumara Film Festival will debut boundary-pushing, artist-led AI short films and award prizes across seven categories, including a $32,000 Grand Prize and more than $100,000 in cash. The nominated films and exclusive previews will be judged by a jury featuring filmmakers and creators including Chris White (Backrooms, A24/Atomic), Voidstomper, and FaZe Banks.

An expert panel will examine emerging AI developments and their potential impact on healthcare services. Attendees will hear insights from specialists shaping this fast-evolving field.

A reading group will unpack *The Last AI Built by Humans: Toward Genuine Recursive Self-Improvement*, exploring how AI might identify its limits, validate improvements, and improve the process itself. The evening will include optional quiet reading, discussion of the paper’s ideas and challenges, and time to socialize.

“Dynamics & AI in Action” will explore how organizations can move beyond discussing AI and put it to practical use in their work.

A book launch will feature Mark Sanders, Andrea Capra, and Alexander Galloway, bringing their perspectives together around the new release.

AI founders, side-hustlers, and builders will deliver three-minute live pitches, with audience voting to award one winner $1,000 cash. Funded by 1PB.org, the event will spotlight emerging projects and offer candid feedback and networking for entrepreneurs and technical builders.

The 2026 State of AI report will launch with fireside conversations featuring author Nathan Benaich of Air Street Capital and Ara Kharazian, Lead Economist at Ramp, sharing key findings and perspectives. Refreshments and informal networking will follow; attendees will need valid physical government ID for entry.

Percepta and Sapienne will host a relaxed evening of networking, wine and zero-proof drinks, bites, and a guided activity in an inclusive space centering women and marginalized genders. Percepta is a General Catalyst-backed AI transformation company staffed by engineers, researchers, and product managers, while Sapienne connects top talent building across AI.

Women leaders in AI and business will explore how to manage teams with integrity as AI reshapes work, sharing practical lessons and perspectives on emerging tools and ethical challenges. The discussion will feature analytics leader Sarah Dorfmann of Affirm, product executive Melissa Hsu of Revinate, portfolio management head Jane Lee, MS, of Ethic, and moderator Samantha Provenza, Design Director at Ticketmaster.

The event will explore how to work smarter, make informed decisions, and use AI responsibly.

The 5th edition of this informal afterwork meetup will bring together entrepreneurs, founders, and builders working with AI, alongside those curious about its future. Expect conversations shaped by hands-on experience and fresh perspectives.

You’ll build a full-stack AI assistant with Base44, going beyond static pages to create an app that can remember and respond. This hands-on event is designed for builders ready to take their first step into full-stack app development.

The discussion will explore what’s next in AI infrastructure, from GPU compute and Physical AI to governance, autonomous systems, and enterprise adoption. Speakers will bring expertise from NVIDIA, IBM, Deloitte, Verizon 5G Labs, and AI infrastructure consulting, alongside experience in enterprise governance and national AI readiness.

A 12-seat dinner will bring founders and operators together for a focused conversation on how AI will shape business and technology decisions in 2026. One table, candid perspectives, and plenty of room to compare what’s ahead.

Asian Founders Club and Vibranium Labs will host a Halloween gathering for NYC founders, builders, and operators, featuring costumes, food and drinks, music, tarot readings, and a creative costume contest. The curated event will bring together startup professionals and is supported by Zephyr, a fractional finance team, and Plug and Play, a global innovation platform.