8Pass is a web‑first platform that aggregates curated cultural and creative events from global partners, venues, and user submissions into a single searchable catalog. Users build taste profiles and the recommendation engine scores events against these vectors, delivering personalized feeds and notifications for art, music, design, food, and related experiences. The service also includes social tools for members to share, comment on, and rate activities, helping organizers reach niche audiences.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
People interested in cultural, artistic, and creative activities often struggle to find events and experiences that match their personal tastes, especially when searching across multiple cities or countries. Existing platforms provide generic listings or rely on manual curation, leading to missed opportunities and fragmented discovery.
Solution
8Pass offers a unified “creative passport” that aggregates curated experiences from around the world and matches them to individual taste profiles. Users create a profile that captures their preferences for art, music, design, food, and other creative domains. An algorithmic recommendation engine surfaces relevant activities, allowing users to discover, bookmark, and share events that align with their interests. The platform also enables community members to contribute and rate experiences, enriching the pool of recommendations. By centralizing discovery and social sharing, 8Pass streamlines the process of finding personalized cultural opportunities without the need to browse disparate sources.
Target Audience
The primary users are culturally curious individuals—travelers, creatives, and event enthusiasts—who seek personalized recommendations for artistic and experiential activities worldwide. Additionally, event organizers and cultural venues use the platform to reach niche audiences aligned with their offerings.
Features
- Preference‑driven recommendation engine that scores events against user‑defined taste vectors
- Global catalog of curated cultural and creative activities sourced from partners, venues, and user submissions
- Social sharing tools that let members publish, comment on, and rate experiences within the platform
- Personalized feed and notification system for new events that match evolving user interests
- Email‑based early‑access sign‑up and newsletter to keep users informed about upcoming releases and exclusive opportunities
- Web‑first interface optimized for desktop and mobile browsers, with seamless integration to Instagram and other social channels
- Backend powered by 8LAB’s data processing pipeline, ensuring up‑to‑date listings and scalable content ingestion