DEFIT #2 Run 10km in Lisbon - May 28
- Date
- 2024-05-28
- Location
- Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal
- Host
- DEFIT Events
About this event
Lisbon has become one of the easiest places in Europe to bump into people building the future of crypto. DEFIT #2 brings that energy out of group chats and conference halls and onto the road with a 10km community run designed for people who want better conversations, better connections, and a better way to spend an early evening in the city. If you work in DeFi, invest in the space, build products, or simply enjoy meeting thoughtful people around crypto, this is a simple format with a clear purpose: show up, run together, and talk to people you would actually want to keep in touch with afterward. What Is This? DEFIT #2 is an in-person 10km run in Lisbon for the crypto, DeFi, and broader web3 community. It combines movement and networking in a way that feels natural. Instead of forcing everyone into a noisy venue, this event creates space for conversations to happen side by side, at a human pace, over a shared route. The format is straightforward: meet in Lisbon on Tuesday, May 28 at 5:00 PM GMT+1, get settled, and run 10km as a group. Some people will come for the exercise, some for the networking, and many for both. The point is not performance. The point is participation, community, and a better kind of interaction than the usual event small talk. Because the event is in person and outdoors, it also offers a different rhythm from standard crypto meetups. You are not standing in a packed room trying to work the crowd. You are spending real time with people, sharing the route, and letting conversations develop more organically. This is the second DEFIT run, which gives it a sense of continuity. It is part of an emerging culture around crypto community-building that values consistency, health, and genuine relationships as much as online presence. What to Expect Expect a community-led run with a social, conversational atmosphere. The central activity is the 10km route, but the real experience includes the moments before, during, and after the run when people introduce themselves, reconnect, and trade ideas. A typical flow will likely look like this: Arrival and informal meet-up before the start Quick hellos and introductions with other attendees Group start for the 10km run Natural conversation along the route with different people Post-run cooldown, catch-up, and continued networking You should expect a mixed crowd united by an interest in crypto, DeFi, community, and meeting people in a more relaxed format. Some attendees may be highly active in the industry; others may be newer but serious about learning and building relationships. That range is part of what makes the event useful. The event is best approached with flexibility. You do not need to treat it like a race to get value from it. Pace matters less than being present, open, and ready to engage. If you enjoy networking that feels less transactional and more real, this format plays to that strength. Why Attend A 10km run changes the quality of conversation. People speak more honestly when they are moving, less distracted, and not trying to perform in front of a room. That makes this event especially strong for anyone who values authentic connection over rapid-fire introductions. There is also a practical upside: you can combine fitness, community, and professional serendipity in one evening. For founders, operators, creators, investors, and curious participants in crypto, that is a strong use of time. You are not choosing between taking care of yourself and showing up for the community. Attending can help you: Meet people in DeFi and crypto in a lower-pressure setting Start conversations that are more likely to continue after the event Expand your local network in Lisbon Reconnect with the human side of a digital-first industry Break away from repetitive meetup formats If you have ever left a networking event with a stack of vague conversations and very little real connection, this is a compelling alternative. Shared effort creates faster trust, and trust tends to lead to better follow-up, better collaboration, and stronger community ties. Practical Details This is an in-person event in Lisboa, Portugal. The event takes place on Tuesday, May 28 at 5:00 PM GMT+1. Since the format is a 10km run, come prepared for outdoor movement rather than a traditional indoor meetup. A few useful assumptions to plan around: Wear comfortable running gear and appropriate shoes Arrive a little early so you are not rushed at the start Bring water or anything you usually need for a 10km effort Be ready for a community-oriented pace and social atmosphere Because the main activity is physical, it helps to be honest about your current comfort with running that distance. You do not need to be an elite runner, but you should come prepared for a real 10km outing. If that sounds appealing, you will likely find the event both energizing and productive. Lisbon is an ideal backdrop for this kind of gathering: active, international, and full of people shaping what comes next in crypto. DEFIT #2 takes advantage of that setting by keeping the concept simple and useful. Show up ready to move, meet good people, and spend your Tuesday evening doing something that feels better than another standard meetup.
Who should attend
This is for you if you like your networking more natural, your community more real, and your events built around doing something together rather than just standing in a room. - You work in **DeFi, crypto, or web3** and want to meet peers in Lisbon without the usual conference noise. - You are a **founder, builder, operator, investor, or contributor** who values strong conversations over quick introductions. - You enjoy **running or active meetups** and like the idea of combining fitness with community. - You are part of the **local Lisbon ecosystem** or visiting the city and want an easy way to plug into the crypto crowd. - You are tired of transactional networking and want a format where connection can happen more naturally, side by side. - You are comfortable taking on a **10km run** and want your Tuesday evening to leave you both energized and better connected.