A world leading academic institution
A hub for bold thinking at the intersection of food science, policy, and social impact, Stanford offers an inspiring environment for reflection, learning, and connection. Set on a beautiful, tree-lined campus in the heart of Silicon Valley, attendees can enjoy Stanford’s iconic architecture, outdoor courtyards, and world-class museums, along with easy access to nearby Palo Alto.
Nestled in the heart of the Bay Area, the festival sits at the intersection of some of the world’s most important hubs for food, agriculture, sustainability, and tech.
Stanford is positioned between both Silicon Valley, home to leading food-tech, ag-tech, and climate innovation startups, and the broader California agricultural heartland. Just a drive away are Napa, the Central Valley, Davis, Sacramento, and surrounding areas that anchor cutting-edge agricultural research, policy, and practice.
This unique convergence of dense innovation ecosystems and farming communities makes the Bay Area an ideal place to convene leaders who are shaping next-gen food trends.
Our main convening space will be the Oak Lounge, an intimate and light-filled venue designed for thoughtful conversation and community building. With its warm atmosphere and flexible layout, the Oak Lounge provides an ideal setting for panels, small-group discussions, and informal exchanges between sessions.
Attendee Logistics (click to see full document):
Registration and our main venue will be at:
Tresidder Oak Lounge (2nd Floor)
498 Santa Teresa St, Stanford, CA 94305
You can take the free Stanford Marguerite shuttle to the Tresidder Union Bus Station.
If you are traveling within the Bay Area, the Marguerite stops at the Caltrain station, which connects you between San Jose to San Francisco including access to SFO. Use google maps! It will show up likely under the X/Y line.
Guest parking is available at the Tresidder Parking Lot. If it is full, additional parking is available at Roble Field Garage, about a 10-minute walk away. Payment via ParkMobile.
Parking is free on Saturdays and after 4 pm on Friday. You can rideshare to the address.
Volunteers can help guide you to accessible ramps and elevators. If you have any specific accessibility needs, please reach out in advance:
Nancy Zhang — nancyz@stanford.edu
You can connect to Stanford Guest WiFi while on campus. The dress code is business casual.
Friday breakfast and lunch, as well as Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included with your full conference ticket. For Friday dinner, we are happy to provide recommendations! All meals provided during the festival are fully plant-based with gluten free options available.