Coffee with Founders (Bengaluru): price, who can join and alternatives
Coffee with Founders runs casual founder networking open houses and mixers in Bengaluru, listed on its Luma calendar. Sessions are built around relaxed introductions, swapping problems and finding collaborators. Its next Bengaluru open house is listed for 5 December 2026, free with host approval.
Coffee with Founders (Bengaluru) at a glance
| What | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Who it's for | Founders and aspiring entrepreneurs | luma.com |
| Where | Bengaluru; the exact venue is shown after registration | luma.com |
| Upcoming event | Startup Networking Open House listed for 5 December 2026, 7pm | luma.com |
| Format | Relaxed networking with entrepreneurs and founders | luma.com |
| Idea exchange | Bring projects and challenges for feedback | luma.com |
| Price | Free | luma.com |
| Entry | Registration needs host approval | luma.com |
| Screening | At an earlier mixer, investors had to be principals, not associates or analysts | luma.com |
| Past attendance | The earlier Founder Networking Mixer shows 27 people went | luma.com |
Who it suits
- Founders new to Bengaluru who want an easy first meetup
- Founders looking for collaborators or early feedback
- Aspiring founders who are still deciding what to build
Who it doesn't suit
- Founders after a curated, senior peer group
- Anyone wanting structured talks or pitch sessions
- People who want to know the venue before registering
Alternatives to Coffee with Founders (Bengaluru)
| Community | Price | Entry rule |
|---|---|---|
| AIBoomi (formerly SaaSBoomi) | Boomi Explorer free; Boomi Supporter INR 10,000 + GST per founder per year | Apply to SaaSBoomi Online; founder or co-founder of an Indian B2B SaaS startup with a live product |
| Bengaluru Pitch Circuit (The Startup Tales) | Free | Register on Luma; host approval required |
| Builders & Founders (Bangalore) | Not published | RSVP on Meetup |
| CEDAT startup meetups (Bengaluru) | Free entry for networking; ₹4999 pitch fee for shortlisted startups at Xplore events | RSVP on Meetup |
| eCafe Startup Circle | Free | Register on Luma |
| eChai Climate Startups Meetup | Free (Bengaluru edition listed at 0) | RSVP for each edition |
| eChai Ventures | Free to join; listed meetups free | Open; sign up with a photo, name and contact, then RSVP |
| Entrepreneurs Meetup by We Founders Collab | 475 per ticket (currency not named) | Buy a ticket on District; ages 18 and over |
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Questions about Coffee with Founders (Bengaluru)
- Is Coffee with Founders free in Bengaluru?
- Yes. Luma lists the 5 December 2026 open house as free.
- Who should attend?
- Founders and aspiring entrepreneurs, plus professionals with skills in tech, marketing, design and operations.
- Where is it held?
- In Bengaluru. The exact location is shown after you register.
- Do I need approval?
- Yes. Registration is subject to host approval.
- Website
- luma.com
- Price
- Free
- Entry rule
- Register on Luma; host approval required
- Format
- Casual networking open houses and mixers with idea exchange
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Coffee with Founders isn't connected to Remote Builders. Prices and entry rules change, so check luma.com before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Tell us in the members' chat.