It's not a conference.
150 people, three days in Victoria. No panels, no lanyards, no keynotes — just the three days you wish every conference was.
July 27–29, 2026 · Victoria, Canada
“Interesting People is exactly what a conference should be, but often isn’t.”
Steph Smith
Growth, Nvidia
July 27–29, 2026
Who's coming this year.
A few of the 150 joining us in Victoria. More to come — and a handful you'll only meet when you're there.
Tim Heidecker
Comedian
Tim and Eric
Steph Smith
Growth
Nvidia
Hannibal Buress
Comedian
The Eric Andre Show
Josh Johnson
Comedian
The Daily Show
Dr. Rhonda Patrick
Scientist
FoundMyFitness
Kevin Rose
Investor
Digg, True Ventures
Dan Mangan
Musician
Juno Winner, Side Door
Brianne Kimmel
Investor
Worklife Ventures
Matthew Dicks
Storyteller
Storyworthy
Jayson Gaignard
Community Builder
Mastermind Talks
Simran Kaur
Podcast Host
Girls That Invest
Nick Gray
Author
The 2-Hour Cocktail Party
Rasa Izadnegahdar
Global Health Director
Gates Foundation
Kate Snyder
Creative Director
Studio Roslyn
Greg Lansky
Artist
Contemporary Art
Tom Junod
Writer
GQ, Esquire
Brit MacRae
Producer
KINO
Flo Crivello
Founder
Lindy AI
Osric Chau
Actor
Supernatural
Ann Makosinski
Filmmaker
Inventor, BBC Host
Mitchell Kucher
Filmmaker
TMS Media
Dr. Ashley Mason
Psychologist
UCSF
Giulio Michelon
Founder
Belka
Jaiya Varshney
Founder
Tydra Biomaterial Labs
Mike LeBeau
Director of Product
Meta
Marine Coursac
Biologist & Photographer
ConnectEarth
Jason Verners
Magician
Close-Up Magic
Emma Gilchrist
Co-Founder
The Narwhal
“I’ve been to Davos, Sun Valley, and TED — this was better.”
— IP3 Attendee
How it all started.
A note from Andrew
In 2010, I was twenty-four, sitting at a big circular table at my first tech conference. Cheesy gold chairs, greyhound bus pattern cushions, hotel banquet hall. The VC next to me — white button-down, Patagonia vest, of course — asked about my startup. I told him I'd bootstrapped it.
“Ah,” he said. “A lifestyle business.”
Then he turned his back on me and started talking to someone else. Left me sitting there, cheeks flushed, awkwardly sandwiched between two other conversations.
I've never forgotten how that felt. Being dismissed based on an arbitrary status game. (Also: screw that guy.)
So I built the opposite. Like Harvard, but instead of needing a trust fund and a last name that's on a building somewhere, you just need to be interesting and nice.
Andrew Wilkinson
Founder, Interesting People
What happens when 150 interesting people put their phones away.
Show and tell. Comedy. Music. Incredible food. Magic (yes, literally).
People rave about Interesting People.
“I usually find events a waste of time, but Interesting People was the opposite.”
— Greg Isenberg, CEO, Late Checkout
“It’s rare that you go to an event where the bulk of people aren’t on their phone.”
Jayson Gaignard
Founder, Mastermind Talks
“A great collection of smart people working on interesting things.”
Nick Gray
Author & Founder
“So many inspiring conversations, connections made, learnings and insight.”
Tessa McLoughlin
Founder & Director, KWENCH
“I had a blast.”
Shaan Puri
Co-host, My First Million
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Interesting People
This is not that.
Curated by status and who you know
Curated by curiosity, depth, and emotional intelligence
Panels where one person talks, everyone else scrolls
80% of the time you’re connecting, not listening
“Networking breaks” that feel like speed dating
Shared meals, walks, and activities that create real bonds
Sad conference center buffets and rubber chicken
Chef-curated meals you’ll actually talk about after
You leave with 50 LinkedIn connections you’ll ignore
You leave with 5 people you’ll actually stay in touch with
Fluorescent-lit convention centers with no windows
Beautiful venues surrounded by nature in Victoria, BC
Optimized for sponsors and optics
Optimized for genuine human connection
“Met a roomful of people who were genuinely incredible human beings: Smart. Kind. Generous. Curious. Open minded. A collection of damn unicorns.”
Matthew Dicks
Author of Storyworthy
What gets you in.
When we review applications, we ask one question: did this person make us feel warm and gooey inside?
We immediately cross people off when we see red flags like: “Chief Innovation Officer.” “Futurist.” “Catalyst.” “Change Maker.” And the most dreaded of all: “Forbes 30 Under 30.”
We're not looking for titles. We're looking for three things.
Chad Worthington III
Chief Innovation Officer
Forbes 30 Under 30 | TEDx Speaker
Disruptor | Thought Leader | Catalyst
Curiosity
The kind of person who makes you lean in at dinner. Who asks surprising questions. Who has depth, not just credentials. Who goes down rabbit holes for the joy of it.
Warmth
Interesting people make others feel interesting too. They remember the small detail you mentioned in passing. They show up fully and contribute rather than spectate.
Not Being a Douche
People who read rooms. Who can disagree without making it personal. Who connect without performing. Who make the space better just by being in it.
Pick your experience.
Every tier includes all sessions, meals, and activities. The difference is where you sleep and who you dine with.
🏠Local
$5,999
You live here, you sleep at home. Full access to every session, meal, and activity — just no hotel room. Must have a Victoria, BC address and actually live here.
- All sessions & activities
- All meals & refreshments
- No accommodation
🎟️Regular
$8,999
Three days, all-in. 5-star hotel, every meal, every session, every late-night conversation.
- All sessions & activities
- All meals & refreshments
- 3 nights at a 5-star hotel
✨VIP
$14,999
Everything in Regular, elevated. Best room, black car, front-row seats, a private dinner with speakers, and a personal concierge you can text anytime to handle whatever you need.
- Everything in Regular
- Upgraded room
- Black car airport transfer
- Private dinner with speakers & Andrew
- 24/7 personal text concierge
💛Become a Patron — $19k+
Get the full VIP experience. Every dollar above cost funds the comedians, musicians, artists, and scientists who make these three days unforgettable.
🤝Pay What You Can
Same 5-star hotel, same meals, same everything — just a price that matches your reality. Funded by our Patrons so the room stays interesting.
Questions we hear a lot.
What actually happens at the event?
Three days of structured and unstructured time together. Hand-picked dinner groups with conversation prompts to skip the small talk. A storytelling workshop with Moth champion Matthew Dicks. Comedy night. Lake swims. Late-night conversations that turn into friendships. No panels. No keynotes. No lanyards.
Where and when is IP4?
July 27–29, 2026 in Victoria, Canada. Somewhere beautiful, walkable, and away from the noise.
How many people attend?
Around 150. Small enough to meet everyone, large enough to be surprised. We’re deliberate about the mix — ages, backgrounds, geographies, industries.
Why do I have to record a video?
Because resumes lie and bios are performative. A 90-second unedited video tells us more about who you actually are than any written application ever could. It filters for people willing to be real — and that vulnerability sets the tone for the whole gathering.
Is this a networking event?
God no. Networking is for guys named Chadwick who hand out business cards at funerals. This is about making actual friends with people who are interesting and kind. If you’re here to collect contacts, this isn’t for you.
What if I’m not a founder or executive?
Good. We’re not selecting for titles. Teachers, artists, scientists, writers, community organizers — some of the most interesting people at IP3 had nothing to do with startups.
What is the weather generally like during this time of year?
Pretty much perfect. Late July is Victoria’s sweet spot — the driest, sunniest stretch of the year. Expect warm, sunny days in the mid-to-upper 20s°C (mid-to-upper 70s°F) with low humidity and almost no rain. Evenings cool down to around 12°C (54°F), so bring a layer. It’s the kind of weather where you never check the forecast and it never matters.
What do I pack?
Whatever makes you feel like you. The three days cover a lot of ground — a casual cocktail party the first night, a sauna and swimming, dinner and an evening of entertainment, a day on the lake and sand, and watersports. Think one or two things you can get wet in, something you’d wear to a nice dinner, and layers for the evenings — we’re on an island on the Pacific Coast, and it cools down once the sun drops. No dress code. No one’s checking.
What is your refund policy?
We do not offer refunds on IP4 tickets. However, if you’re unable to attend, you’re welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else. Please email hello@interestingpeople.com with the name and email of the person you’d like to transfer your ticket to, and we’ll update the registration accordingly. Transfer requests must be submitted at least 14 days before the event.