How to find networking events that aren't on Google

TL;DR

• Many networking events aren’t listed on Google or Luma’s discover page.
• Hidden Events tracks 2480 hidden events across 27 cities.
• 75.2% of networking events are hidden from Luma’s discover page.
• Cities like Austin have hidden shares above 91.4%.
• Use tools like the event checker and city pages to find events Google misses.

Most people rely on Google or Luma’s discover page when searching for networking or tech events. But that leaves out a huge share of public events that aren’t featured. If you’re tired of missing out, you need a smarter way to find what’s really happening, especially in tech and networking circles.

Why are so many networking events hidden from Google?

Many networking events are public but aren’t featured on Luma’s discover page, so Google doesn’t pick them up. Hidden Events tracks these hidden events, revealing 2480 across 27 cities that are missed by standard searches.

Hidden Events lists events that anyone can RSVP for, but which aren’t promoted on Luma’s main discover page. That means you won’t find them through Google unless you know the direct link. By crawling Luma’s event data, Hidden Events surfaces these hidden opportunities. You can browse all the Luma events we track and see what Google leaves out.

If you’re looking for networking events in San Francisco, for example, check San Francisco networking events to see listings that aren’t on Google or Luma’s featured page. The same goes for Austin networking events and Seattle networking events, all show events you won’t find through a basic search.

Key takeaway: Hidden Events uncovers public events that Google and Luma’s discover page don’t show, letting you find networking opportunities others miss.

How big is the hidden share for networking and tech events?

The hidden share is huge: 75.2% of networking events and 65.7% of tech events are hidden from Luma’s discover page. That means most networking and tech events aren’t visible through Google or Luma’s main listings.

Across all cities, Hidden Events lists 1305 networking events and 108 tech events. But only a fraction are featured by Luma. If you’re searching “tech networking events near me,” you’re probably missing out on many of what’s actually happening.

Check out our guide to how to find tech events to see more strategies for spotting hidden events. And for tech-specific listings, San Francisco tech events and Austin tech events offer up-to-date event lists that go beyond Google.

Here’s a breakdown:

If you want to see how many events are coming up soon, Hidden Events lists 1106 events starting soon, many of them hidden from Google.

How does the hidden share differ between cities?

Hidden shares vary: Austin has 91.4% hidden, while Lisbon has 51.4%. Your chances of finding hidden events depend on where you search.

If you’re in Austin, you’ll miss many events if you rely on Google or Luma’s discover page. But even in Lisbon, a sizable share is hidden. For more city-specific breakdowns, browse San Francisco events, Austin events, and NYC events.

Want more context? our guide to events in nyc and our guide to events in bengaluru show how hidden shares shape the event landscape in these cities.

If you’re curious about why so many are hidden, our guide to why luma events are hidden explains what “hidden” really means.

Key takeaway: The hidden share can be above 91.4% in some cities, so local search matters.

How can you find hackathons and tech networking events that aren’t on Google?

To find hackathons and tech networking events that aren’t on Google, use Hidden Events’ tools and city pages. The event checker lets you paste a Luma link and see if it’s hidden from the discover page. City pages aggregate hidden events, so you can browse what’s coming up without relying on Google.

For example, Seattle tech events and NYC tech events list events that aren’t featured on Luma’s discover page. If you’re organizing a hackathon, the add-event page lets you get your event listed in about ten minutes.

For more tips, our guide to ai events near me covers how to spot hidden AI and tech meetups. And if you want to embed upcoming events on your own site, try the city events widget, it displays live hidden events for any city.

You can also check Luma’s own platform at Luma home page and see what their discover page shows at Luma discover page. But remember, Hidden Events finds many more that aren’t featured.

How does Hidden Events keep its event list updated?

Hidden Events updates its listings every four hours, so you’ll see new public events as soon as they’re added. That means you won’t miss out on last-minute networking opportunities or tech meetups that slip past Google.

The site crawls Luma’s public event data, including featured and hidden events, and refreshes the list for 27 cities. If you’re an organizer, you can add your calendar through the add-event page and see your event live in about ten minutes.

For those who want to check if an event is hidden, the event checker is a free tool. And if you’re curious about how hidden events are tracked, our guide to how to get your luma explains the process.

Key takeaway: Hidden Events keeps its event list current, so you can catch networking and tech events that Google misses.

What day of the week is busiest for networking and tech events?

The busiest day for events is Tuesday, with 18.1% of all cities events starting then. If you’re looking to maximize your networking, plan for Tuesday.

Hidden Events tracks event times so you can spot trends. For example, Boston events and London events show what’s happening midweek. If you’re after networking events, NYC networking events and Seattle networking events highlight what’s coming up soon.

Here’s a quick table:

You can always browse Hidden Events for listings, including networking and tech meetups that aren’t on Google.

Ready to find events Google doesn’t show? Head to all the Luma events we track and start exploring hidden networking opportunities in your city.

About the author. Himanshu Saleria, Founder, Hidden Events. I love meeting people. I’ve been attending events, hosting them, and picking up patterns along the way for what makes a gathering worth showing up to. Hidden Events surfaces what I’ve been finding. Himanshu Saleria on LinkedIn