HiveFest, the annual global gathering of the Hive blockchain community, will celebrate its tenth edition this year in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The five-day event – scheduled for October 15–19, 2025 – marks a major milestone, commemorating 10 years of community meetups since the inaugural SteemFest in 2016 . HiveFest 2025 will bring together Hive users, developers, content creators, and Web3 enthusiasts from around the world to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the thriving decentralized ecosystem.
A Decade of Community-Driven Innovation
HiveFest’s roots trace back to the Steem blockchain’s community conferences. After the Hive blockchain was launched in March 2020 as a community-led fork of Steem – a response by Steem’s users to preserve decentralization amidst a contentious takeover – the annual gathering rebranded from “SteemFest” to “HiveFest.” Over the past decade, these events have been held across Europe, Asia, and the Americas , underscoring the global nature of the Hive community. Even the COVID-19 pandemic couldn’t break the tradition: in 2020 and 2021 HiveFest was held in online VR formats , ensuring community continuity. With the return of in person meetups in 2022, HiveFest has continued to grow, and 2025 now proudly marks its 10th year of bringing blockchain enthusiasts together.
“Reaching the ten-year mark is a testament to the strength and dedication of the Hive community,” said Roeland Pe, HiveFest organizer. “What started in 2016 as an informal meetup of early adopters has grown into a global festival of ideas and innovation. We’re excited to welcome attendees to Kuala Lumpur to celebrate how far we’ve come and to inspire the next decade of decentralized progress.”
Kuala Lumpur to Host HiveFest 2025
For the first time since 2019, Hive’s annual gathering returns to Asia . Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, will provide a vibrant backdrop known for its blend of modern skyline and rich cultural heritage. HiveFest 2025: Tropical Surge (the event’s thematic moniker) is set to immerse attendees in a tropical metropolis experience. Participants will get to explore the city’s many facets – from bustling street markets to towering skyscrapers – through organized tours and cultural excursions woven into the program.
“Kuala Lumpur offers the perfect mix of technology and tradition for our community,” the organizer noted. “It’s a dynamic hub in Southeast Asia, and we look forward to showcasing both the city and the latest developments in Hive to our attendees.” This is the first HiveFest in Asia since the Bangkok 2019 edition, making it a special homecoming for community members in the region and an opportunity to engage a broader Asian audience in Hive’s growth.
Event Highlights and Program
HiveFest is known for its unique format blending conference sessions with social adventures. In 2025, the event will span five days of activities . The official program will feature two days of conference talks (Oct 16–17) including keynote speeches by leading figures in blockchain, panels on the future of Hive and decentralized technology, and lightning talks by community innovators. Attendees can also join hands-on workshops to learn about Hive dApps, development, and content creation.
Beyond formal sessions, HiveFest 2025 continues its tradition of community bonding. Each day includes social and cultural outings – from welcome drinks on arrival day to a full-day city tour and Hive Expo on the weekend . Evenings will feature casual networking events, including a night out in vibrant KL and a closing dinner celebration on Oct 19 . This immersive schedule reflects HiveFest’s philosophy that a blockchain conference should be more than a conference – it’s a journey, offering meaningful shared experiences in the host city.
Why Attend HiveFest 2025
HiveFest 2025 offers a range of benefits for attendees, whether they are long-time Hive community members or newcomers curious about Web3. Key reasons to attend include:
- Network with Industry Leaders: Meet developers, entrepreneurs, and influential community members from across the globe, and build meaningful relationships within the Hive ecosystem . The approachable, community-powered atmosphere means even top witnesses and core developers are accessible for conversation.
- Gain Insightful Knowledge: Attend presentations and panel discussions led by experts exploring the latest advancements in blockchain technology and the future of Hive’s decentralized platforms . Learn how Hive’s fast, feeless blockchain is being used in social media, gaming, finance, and beyond.
- Strengthen Community Ties: Participate in collaborative workshops and activities designed to foster innovation, spark new project ideas, and deepen involvement in the Hive community . HiveFest’s relaxed setting (no suits required) makes it easy to share ideas and bond with fellow attendees in an authentic way .
- Enjoy Memorable Experiences: It’s not all tech talk – HiveFest is also known for fun, immersive side events. This year will be no exception, with excursions to discover Kuala Lumpur’s sights. Past editions have featured full-day boat trips, cultural tours, and even rally car adventures, making HiveFest an unforgettable blend of learning and leisure .
Registration and Call to Action
Registration for HiveFest 2025 is now open. Tickets can be purchased through the official website, with options to pay in Hive cryptocurrency (HIVE or HBD) for instant, fee-free transactions . Thanks to community sponsorship via the Hive Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DHF) and HiveFest partners, all tickets are partially subsidized to keep the event inclusive and affordable for participants . Multiple ticket tiers are offered – from “Plankton” entry-level passes to supporting tiers – ensuring that even newer or resource-constrained community members can attend, while those who contribute at higher tiers help subsidize others.
Prospective attendees are encouraged to secure their tickets early and arrange travel accommodations. The official HiveFest basecamp hotel is the Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel, where attendees can enjoy discounted group rates in the heart of the city’s Bukit Bintang district . International travelers may also take advantage of the opportunity to explore nearby destinations in Southeast Asia before or after the event – a tradition for many HiveFest goers who often embark on side trips together.
Call to Action: Join us in Kuala Lumpur to celebrate 10 years of Hive! Whether you are a veteran Hive user, a developer building the next big dApp, or simply crypto curious, HiveFest 2025 offers a welcoming gateway into the Hive community and its vision for a decentralized future. Media representatives are invited as well – HiveFest is an excellent opportunity to witness a vibrant blockchain community in action and to discover grassroots innovations in Web3. For tickets, the full agenda, and travel info, visit hivefe.st.
About Hive
Hive is a fast, scalable decentralized blockchain platform launched in March 2020 via a community hard fork of the Steem blockchain . It was created by the community to champion decentralization and user empowerment, following a highly publicized takeover attempt on the Steem network . Hive features 3-second transaction confirmations and zero transaction fees, making it ideal for real-world applications in social media, content creation, gaming, and finance . The Hive ecosystem hosts a thriving array of dApps and second-layer ecosystems where users actively use blockchain technology daily – not just talk about it.
Governed by a decentralized community of stakeholders and witnesses (validators), Hive operates a DAO that funds community projects and proposals, ensuring ongoing development and innovation. Today, Hive is home to millions of pieces of user generated content and an active global community, proving that Web3 platforms can be fast, user-friendly, and truly censorship-resistant.
About HiveFest
HiveFest is the annual global conference for the Hive blockchain and its diverse community. Founded in 2016 by passionate community members (originally as “SteemFest”), HiveFest has been hosted in cities around the world including Amsterdam, Lisbon, Kraków, Bangkok, Mexico’s Rosarito Beach, and Split, Croatia . The event is organized by Hive community volunteers and funded in part by the Hive DAO and community sponsors, reflecting Hive’s grassroots, community driven spirit.
Each HiveFest serves as a platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and showcasing the latest projects in the Hive ecosystem. Uniquely, HiveFest blends formal conference talks with informal social activities and tourism, fostering strong bonds among attendees. Now in its tenth edition, HiveFest continues to embody the inclusivity and innovation of the Hive blockchain, welcoming anyone interested in decentralized technologies to learn, share, and be part of the journey.
For more information, visit the official website: hivefe.st.