Is it worth staying for NeurIPS workshops without registration?

A NeurIPS main-track author could not register for workshops because the conference sold out before results were released, and asks whether staying on is worthwhile. Having only attended fully registered conferences before, they are unsure if a main-conference pass offers workshop networking value or whether to leave early.

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