Ben Lavender, known as @bhuga, invites people to a social gathering at Beni Coffee and Bar in Shanghai to coincide with the start of QCon Shanghai. The event, scheduled for 7:30 PM on October 31st at 705 Yongjia Road in the Xuhui District, is open to everyone regardless of whether they are attending the conference or consuming alcohol. The gathering aims to provide an opportunity for attendees to meet and socialize in a relaxed setting.