On March 27, ITSector brought its community together once again for its most anticipated annual event, Kick-Off, held this year at Alfândega do Porto.
Built around the theme Pop Culture, this edition came with a clear invitation: Beat the Expected. Through music, colour, and a series of experiences created for the occasion, the evening quickly took on a character of its own - vibrant and unmistakably ours.
From arcade games to a glitter station and an AI Booth, there was plenty to explore throughout the night. The latter gave everyone the chance to capture some of the evening’s best moments with a playful twist, while a collective mural brought the development centres together in a simple yet memorable way, inviting each team to leave its mark.
As the evening unfolded, attention naturally shifted to the stage. Pedro Mafama opened the entertainment line-up which ended with the unmistakable hit “Preço Certo”, before DJs Kiko is Hot and Slimmy took over, carrying the energy forward with a mix of Portuguese and international pop songs well into the early hours.
What makes this event especially meaningful is the way it brings people together again. It is a moment to reconnect across teams, enjoy each other’s company, and create shared memories that stay long after the night is over.
Kick-Off will be back in 2027, until then (re)live it through the video recap!