Navigating the complexities of your private cloud infrastructure takes strategy, and so does securing the best giveaways…
Join us at VMware Explore
Las Vegas, Nevada | The Venetian
Aug. 31 – Sep. 3, 2026
Whether you are seeking functional apparel or everyday tech essentials, this guide provides the tactical intel you need to track down the finest gear onsite.
Essential gear for your journey: claim your official event backpack and t-shirt to stay equipped for the sessions ahead.
Catch the Full Reveal of the 2026 Official Event Merch
Your first objective is the Swag Station in The Hub, where attendees with a Full Event Pass can acquire the highly anticipated event backpack and official t-shirt. These exclusive items are designed for the modern practitioner and will go fast, so prioritize this stop on your agenda before you hit the breakouts.
Where: Level 2, Venetian Ballroom E, Swag Station. Full Event Pass Required.
Broadcom employees and other badge types are not eligible.
Check out the other event swag that will be around VMware Explore.
- Registration Badges and Lanyards
- Where: Registration, Level 2, Venetian Ballroom E
- When: Hours of Operation
- Sunday, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Monday, 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday, 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday, 7:30 AM – 11:00 AM
- How: Receive upon checking in.
Complete Surveys Win a Free Full Event Pass for Explore 2027
- What: Win a Free Full Event Pass for Next Year
- We want to hear from you! Your feedback helps shape the future of Explore.
- Where: Complete surveys on the VMware Explore 2026 Mobile App.
- How: Simply complete session and event surveys to enter to win a free pass to Explore 2027. Every completed survey counts as a new entry! The winner will be selected on September 18, 2026*.
*Restricted parties and Broadcom employees are not eligible. See terms and conditions for details.
Complete Event Surveys in the Explore 2026 Mobile App
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VMware by Broadcom Booth #200
Level 2, The Hub
When:
- Monday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
What:
Explore 2026 Exclusive Patch
- How: Attend a Booth Theater Session* and receive a unique patch for your Explore backpack! This patch has a sticker for easy application. It has a unique and colorful Las Vegas theme.
*Broadcom employees are not eligible. Subject to availability and while supplies last.
Network Observability Giveaways With Purpose: Catch-All Case, Partnered with New Hope Girls Non-Profit
- How: Visit the VMware by Broadcom Booth > Demo Pod > Network Observability in The Hub. Come by our booth and engage with our onsite experts and walk away with one of our catch-all cases.
Ready to take on the VCF Hub to Hands-on Labs Challenge?
- Your* adventure starts at the VMware by Broadcom demo station—watch a demo and snag your VCF Keychain.
- Then race over to the Hands-on Labs area, crush technical milestones, and collect exclusive charms to deck out your keychain.
- Complete the challenge and you’ll unlock a custom VCF plushie—plus earn a shot at winning one of our highly coveted, limited-edition VCF sweatshirts!
- We’re holding a drawing daily and giving away 40 sweatshirts, with an extra drop at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, September 2.
*Only available with the Full Event Pass. Broadcom employees are not eligible. Subject to availability, while supplies last. Restricted parties: legal rules apply.
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VMware Odyssey™ by Hands-on Labs
Level 3, Murano Ballroom, Hands-on Labs, Odyssey Area
When: Odyssey Schedule
- Monday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Open for all qualifying games
- Tuesday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Open for all qualifying games
- Wednesday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Odyssey Final Tournament for Top 8 Finalists | 11:00 AM
What:
- All Odyssey players will receive an Odyssey Pin and Odyssey Charm, as well as a scan for the Explorer Expedition Game in the mobile app (see next segment below).
- Top 8 who play in the tournament will receive an Odyssey Yeti and a custom Letterman Jacket.
- The top 3 tournament winners will all receive a Star Wars Lego set.
How:
The Odyssey competition at VMware Explore 2026 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 2026. Quantities are limited.
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Broadcom Rewards
Level 2, The Hub, Rewards Area
When:
- Monday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
What:
- Explore-branded Temporary Tattoos
- Bi-fold MagSafe Travel Charging Station
- TURBO Fan Electric Air Blower
- ATARI Pocket Player Pro by My Arcade®
- Daily Drawing Giveaway: Sony PlayStation® 5
How:
Visit the Rewards area 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 points by completing activities at participating locations, including Hands-on Labs, the Communities Lounge, VMware by Broadcom Booth, and much more. Return to the Rewards area as you unlock new tiers to redeem your points for exclusive prizes, including a daily giveaway!*
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. Daily drawing giveaway is only open to eligible US-attendees. All giveaways are subject to availability while supplies last.
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VMUG
Level 2, The Hub, Booth #205
When:
- Monday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
What and How:
- Powered by VMUG Hat
- Must be an existing VMUG Advantage Member, join VMUG Advantage, or win it in the Spin-to-Win Game.
- Spin-to-Win Game Prize Options: Powered by VMUG hat, 1-Year Advantage Membership, Extra entries for the Grand Prize Giveaways, and more.
- Just visit us at the booth and get scanned. Everyone walks away with a prize.
- Grand Prize Giveaways:
- ThinkStation P5 Gen 2 (Intel) Tower Workstation by Lenovo that has the power to run VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF).
- Must be a VMUG Advantage Member or earn an entry from the Spin-to-Win Game.
- Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle
- Must be a VMUG Member
- ThinkStation P5 Gen 2 (Intel) Tower Workstation by Lenovo that has the power to run VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF).
For all prizes, attendees must be scanned. Broadcom employees are not eligible. Subject to availability, while supplies last.
Critical insights and exclusive gear are ready to be claimed at Explore 2026. Register now to finalize your strategy and join us onsite at the Venetian.
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