Our SmallSat Kick-Off Party Is Already Becoming Iconic
Big Steps at SmallSat
If you were with us last year, you already know you'll be back. If not, let us welcome you to the party everyone will be talking about!
There's only one event on Sunday night — the one and only Big Steps at SmallSat. Join us for an evening of networking, fun, and Western spirit, Wild Wide West style.
Let's Make it a Night to Remember!
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Sunday, August 23, 2026 7 PM – 10 PM
The Gateway 400 W 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, United States
This event is organized by Anywaves in celebration of the SmallSat community. We warmly welcome all attendees of the 40th Annual Small Satellite Conference.
Registration
Registration is encouraged for organizational purposes and to help us anticipate attendance. Please note that registration does not guarantee entry: access will be granted on a first come, first served basis, and only the first 1,000 attendees to arrive on the day of the event will be admitted.
Register for the First-Ever
SmallSat Kick-Off Party
Big Steps at SmallSat
Right after the Conference welcome Reception, Anywaves is proud to host the new Unmissable Sunday Event.
Let's Make it a Night to Remember!
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Sunday, August 10, 2025 7 PM – 10 PM
Abravanel Hall's Plaza 123 W S Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, United States
This event is organized by Anywaves in celebration of the SmallSat community. We warmly welcome all attendees of the 39th Annual Small Satellite Conference.
Registration
Please note that registration is required for organizational purposes and to help us anticipate attendance. However, it does not guarantee entry to the event. Access will be granted on a first come, first served basis, and only the first 500 attendees to arrive on the day of the event will be admitted. Once we reach full capacity, we will unfortunately not be able to accommodate additional participants, even if they have registered in advance.
What to Expect
Wild Wide West Party
Saddle up as we kick off the 40th Annual Small Satellite Conference with an unforgettable evening of networking, fun, and Western spirit. Celebrate the start of SmallSat week with the perfect blend of professional connections and casual vibes at our exclusive Wild Wide West-themed party!
Great Food & Cocktails: Enjoy tasty snacks, appetizers, and refreshing cocktails all evening.
Exclusive Collector's Bandana: Take home an exclusive Anywaves collector's bandana, made just for the night.
Live Band: Kick back and enjoy live music all evening long.
A Wild Surprise: You might want to hold on tight for this one. All will be revealed on the night ;)
Western Atmosphere: Full Wild Wide West decor and ambiance, all night long.
What to Expect
Beach-themed Party
Join us as we kick off the 39th Annual Small Satellite Conference with an unforgettable evening of networking, fun, and relaxation. Celebrate the start of SmallSat week with the perfect blend of professional connections and casual vibes at our exclusive beach-themed party!
🥂Great Food & Drinks: Enjoy tasty snacks, appetizers, and refreshing beverages all evening.
🎁 Cool Goodies: Grab some exclusive Anywaves swag to remember the night.
📸 Vintage Volkswagen Photobooth: Hop in our classic VW van and snap some fun photos with your friends and colleagues.
🎶 Live Band & Surprise Performance: Kick back, enjoy live music, and stay tuned for our surprise band guest!
🍫 Smore’s Stations: Gather around and create your own delicious smores at our cozy interactive stations.
Date
Sunday, August 10th, 2025 - 7pm
Location
The Gateway 400 W 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, United States
Limited Capacity
Access will be granted on a first come, first served basis, and only the first 1000 attendees to arrive on the day of the event will be admitted.
Anywaves is a global leader in Space RF & Payload Subsystem Technologies. From Toulouse to Luxembourg and Austin, we bring together more than 150 engineers designing space antennas, RF electronics and payload subsystems for missions worldwide — from satellites in all orbits to launchers, rovers and planetary landers.
Our dedicated team combines deep expertise in Radio Frequency (RF) engineering, electronics, and Thermal Mechanical design to produce compact, reliable, and efficient RF hardware for the harshest space environments.
At Anywaves, we design, develop, and manufacture high-performance space antennas, RF payloads, and advanced electronics. Our portfolio covers a wide range of missions, from Earth Observation and Telecommunications to Navigation, Science, Defense, and Planetary Exploration.
Each product is designed with adaptability in mind, allowing satellite manufacturers to optimize payload integration while ensuring reliability in harsh space environments.
By combining specialized antenna expertise with advanced RF electronics and SDR platforms, Anywaves offers complete RF subsystem solutions that contribute to the success of our customers' missions worldwide.
