Join us at VMware Explore
Las Vegas, Nevada | The Venetian
August 25 – 28, 2025
Hunting for free loot in 2025? This guide is your treasure map! Unearth all the crucial intel on exclusive giveaways at Explore in Las Vegas. Whether you’re bolstering your personal hoard or gifting relics to loved ones, opportunities to score some seriously cool swag await.
Hunting for the ultimate giveaways at #VMwareExplore? Fear not, fellow swag enthusiast! We've brewed up the ultimate guide to help you seek out all the best treasure at the event! Share on XYour legendary gear awaits: an exclusive event backpack and t-shirt, but only for those quick enough to claim their bounty.
Catch the Full Reveal of the 2025 Official Event Merch
Venture to the Swag Station in The Hub to claim your backpack, a true relic that’s only available for attendees with the Full Event Pass. The t-shirt awaits discovery at the VMware by Broadcom Booth #400, a key landmark, also conveniently located in The Hub. Don’t let these precious artifacts slip through your grasp—both are available until the last piece is claimed.
Where: Level 2, Hall C, The Hub, Swag Station. Full Event Pass Required.
Where: Level 2, Hall C, The Hub, VMware by Broadcom Booth #400
Check out the other event swag that will be around VMware Explore.
- Registration Badges and Lanyards
- Where: Registration, Level 2, Venetian Ballroom D
- When: Hours of Operation
- Sunday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Monday 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM
- How: Receive upon checking in
- Official Event Coloring Pages
- Where: Level 2, Hall C, The Hub, Swag Station
- When: Hours of Operation
- Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- How: Stop by and help yourself, while supplies last
Complete Surveys to Earn Prizes
- Where: on the VMware Explore 2025 Mobile App. We want to hear from you! Your feedback helps shape the future of Explore. Complete our surveys to be entered to win a cool prize.
- Daily Drawing for Exclusive Prizes
- Provide feedback on the sessions you’ve attended to help us improve! Each day you complete a survey (Monday, August 25 – Wednesday, August 27), you are entered into a drawing for exclusive prizes*. The more surveys you complete, the more entries you will have in the daily drawing. Winners will be contacted by email at approximately 4:00 PM PDT daily on August 25, 26, and 27, and must collect their prize from the Swag Station (Level 2, Hall C, The Hub) prior to closing at 11:00 AM PDT on Thursday, August 28. Please note that any unclaimed prizes will not be shipped.
- Provide feedback on the sessions you’ve attended to help us improve! Each day you complete a survey (Monday, August 25 – Wednesday, August 27), you are entered into a drawing for exclusive prizes*. The more surveys you complete, the more entries you will have in the daily drawing. Winners will be contacted by email at approximately 4:00 PM PDT daily on August 25, 26, and 27, and must collect their prize from the Swag Station (Level 2, Hall C, The Hub) prior to closing at 11:00 AM PDT on Thursday, August 28. Please note that any unclaimed prizes will not be shipped.
- Win a Free Full Event Pass for Explore 2026!
- How? Simply complete the Overall Event Survey and be entered to win! Let us know what you think about Explore 2025 in Las Vegas by completing the Overall Event Survey for a chance to win a free pass to VMware Explore 2026*. The Overall Event Survey will be available from August 27, 2025 to September 12, 2025 at 11:59 PM PDT. Terms apply.
Complete Surveys and Earn Prizes in the VMware Explore 2025 Mobile App! Download now:
*Please note: restricted parties and Broadcom employees are not eligible for survey prizes.
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VMware by Broadcom Booth #400
Level 2, Hall C, The Hub
When:
- Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
What:
Explore Acrylic Luggage Tag
- How: Visit the VMware by Broadcom booth in The Hub
VMware by Broadcom Tote Bag
- How: Visit the VMware by Broadcom booth in The Hub
Limited Edition Explore 2025 Embroidered Hat
- How: Attend an in-booth theater session in the VMware by Broadcom booth for your chance to win. One winner per theater session.
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VMware Odyssey™ by Hands-on Labs
Level 2, Hall C, The Hub, Hands-on Labs Room, Odyssey Area
When: Odyssey Schedule
- Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Open for all qualifying games
- Tuesday 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Open for all qualifying games
- Wednesday 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Top 8 Finalists
What:
- All participants may receive a branded baseball hat and/or a custom Odyssey lapel pin, available while supplies last. These items are designed specifically for this year’s event and are not distributed outside of Explore.
- The top 8 finalists will receive a limited-edition VMware Hands-on Labs duffle bag, awarded during the live tournament on Wednesday. This exclusive bag is reserved only for finalists and is not available for general distribution
- The top 3 winners will each receive a custom plaque and one of three grand prizes:
- 1st Prize: an Alienware low-profile RGB gaming keyboard
- 2nd Prize: a Blue Yeti USB condenser microphone
- 3rd Prize: Hydro Flask soft cooler
How:
The Odyssey competition at VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas offers a range of exclusive giveaways and prizes for participants and finalists. Test your VMware product knowledge and race against the clock to climb the leaderboard. Compete, rise to the top, and take home exclusive gear and bragging rights.
Prizes are awarded based on leaderboard placement and are intended to recognize top performance in the Odyssey tournament. All giveaways are event-exclusive and available only to registered Odyssey participants at VMware Explore 2025. Quantities are limited.
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Broadcom Rewards
Level 2, Hall C, The Hub
When:
- Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
What:
- Explore-branded Embroidered Keychain
- Ergonomic Laptop Stand
- Anker 10W Stand Charger
- Wireless Headphones
How:
Visit the Rewards Space in the Hub to activate your Broadcom Rewards account and participate in the Explorer Expedition game in the VMware Explore Mobile App! Throughout Explore in Las Vegas, collect Rewards points at participating locations including Hands-on Labs, the Discovery Theater, sponsor booths, and much more. Return to the Rewards Space as you unlock new Tiers to redeem your points for exclusive prizes!* Not a member yet? Simply activate your account by logging in with your Broadcom SSO details: Unlock Your Rewards
*Important Disclaimer: Restricted parties and Broadcom employees are not eligible to receive prizes.
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VMUG
Level 2, Hall C, The Hub, Booth #105
When:
- Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
What:
- Nintendo Switch 2
- Full Homelab Device with 2 Minisforum MS-A2 (perfect for deploying VCF)
- Exclusive VMUG swag
How:
Swing by the VMUG booth #105 for multiple ways to win and connect with your community! All new and current VMUG members are eligible to take home a new Nintendo Switch 2 or Full Homelab Device with 2 Minisforum MS-A2 (perfect for deploying VCF) and exclusive VMUG swag by playing a round of Pub-Putt, Sharing their #MyVMUG story, and/or by upgrading to a VMUG Advantage membership. Prizes will be shipped directly post-event.
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Spring Spotlight: Defining the Future of Java Apps [SPRB2026LV]
Where: Level 2, Bellini 2005
When: Monday, August 25, 9:00 – 9:45 AM PDT
What: VMware Tanzu Sticker
How: First thing Monday morning, attend Spring Spotlight: Defining the Future of Java Apps [SPRB2026LV] and get a free sticker! Explore the future of Spring with a preview of:
- What is coming in the next major releases for the Spring ecosystem with Spring Framework 7 and Spring Boot 4.
- A live demo will showcase enhancements in HTTP-based service communication with Spring Interface Clients.
- VMware Tanzu Spring Application Advisor for seamless upgrades and proactive issue mitigation.
- The realm of AI-powered applications with Spring AI, a project that enables Spring developers to effortlessly integrate with AI technologies directly within their Spring applications.
The session will culminate in an end-to-end demo, leveraging Tanzu Spring Application Advisor, Tanzu Spring Enterprise features, Spring AI, and the VMware Tanzu® Platform to transform legacy applications into secure, compliant, and intelligent solutions. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Explore Insiders
Where: Level 2, Hall C, The Hub, Swag Station
When: Hours of Operation
- Monday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
What: Lego Explorers—a limited-edition collectible that’s only available for Explore Insiders
How: Become a member pre-event—join Insider by Friday, Aug. 22, to be eligible. Once you get to the Swag Station, we’ll verify your Insider membership and you’ll be all set to claim your exclusive prize. Fair warning though—these are available while supplies last, so make sure you’re signed up for Insiders before you arrive onsite! Join Insiders Now
Treasure awaits you at VMware Explore in Las Vegas. Sign up now and unearth your next big find.
