Getting Here

Sign Up to Attend a Thursday Gathering

Sign up to make your arrival quick and seamless. While walk-in registration is always available, we encourage you to sign up in advance so you can create your profile. This is a one-time step, and after that, each visit is simple: just check in with your email and jump right into the event. Registration helps us better understand our community, shape thoughtful programming, and continue offering this free, open gathering for innovators of all kinds.

Directions to Venture Café

Our address is: CIC, One Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02142

We are located in the heart of Kendall Square on the fifth floor of CIC. Please bring a government-issued ID for building entry and check-in at the Concierge desk.

Parking Options

Garage Parking: The building offers a public parking garage for your convenience. The entrance is on Third Street. All parkers in the One Broadway garage, including day or hourly users, need to download the Metropolis App.

Metered Parking: You may also find cheaper metered spots on the street. Metered spots in Cambridge utilize the Passport Parking App. You can find out more about parking in the City of Cambridge here.

Public Transit & Metro: The MBTA Red Line Kendall Square stop is located across the street from our building. MBTA Bus lines are also available around the corner: 86, 85, 64.

Public Bikes: There are Bluebikes docking stations steps away from us.

When You Arrive

Upon arrival, please present a valid government-issued ID to the concierge located on the left side of the lobby desk. Once admitted, you’ll be directed to the 5th floor, where you’ll check in by scanning the QR and printing your name tag at the badge station. Wear it with pride as your passport to the evening!