STARTUP EVENTS

WORLDWIDE

Our experts are continuously curating a selection of the most impactful startup events from around the world—designed to fuel innovation, spark connections, and supercharge your entrepreneurial journey.

NORDIC STARTUP

EVENTS

  • GoWest

    JAN 28-30, 2025
    GOTHENBURG, SWEDEN

    GoWest is a premier startup and innovation event held annually in Gothenburg, Sweden, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and visionaries to ignite collaboration and accelerate growth in the Nordic startup ecosystem.

  • TECHCHILL

    FEB 5-7, 2025
    RIGA, LATVIA

    TechChill is a premier startup and tech event held annually in Riga, Latvia, bringing together founders, investors, and innovators to accelerate growth, foster collaboration, and spotlight the Baltic startup ecosystem.

  • Iceland Innovation Week

    MAY 12-16, 2025
    REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND

    Iceland Innovation Week is a premier event celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship, held annually in Reykjavík, Iceland. It brings together startups, investors, and industry pioneers to explore bold ideas, foster collaboration, and drive progress in one of the world’s most dynamic and creative ecosystems.

  • SMIL

    MAY 22, 2025
    AARHUS, DENMARK

    Startup Aarhus' "SMIL" is a dynamic event celebrating innovation and collaboration in Aarhus' startup community. Featuring keynotes, workshops, and networking, it’s a hub for ideas, connections, and entrepreneurial growth.

  • SLUSH

    NOV 19-20, 2025
    HELSINKI, FINLAND

    Slush is one of the world’s leading startup and tech events, held annually in Helsinki, Finland, connecting startups, investors, and industry leaders to drive innovation and growth.

  • TECHBBQ

    AUG 27-28, 2025
    COPENHAGEN, DENMARK

    TechBBQ is one of Scandinavia’s largest startup and innovation summits, held annually in Copenhagen, Denmark, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to foster collaboration and growth.

  • LATITUDE59

    MAY 21-23, 2025
    TALLINN, ESTONIA

    Latitude59 is a premier startup and tech conference held annually in Tallinn, Estonia, bringing together founders, investors, and innovators to fuel bold ideas, foster connections, and shape the future of entrepreneurship.

  • OSLO INNOVATION WEEK

    OCT 20-24, 2025
    OSLO, NORWAY

    Oslo Innovation Week is a premier gathering for innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors, held annually in Oslo, Norway, focusing on sustainable solutions and collaboration to tackle global challenges and drive impactful change.

CENTRAL EUROPE

STARTUP EVENTS

  • SKINNOVATION

    MARCH 26-28, 2025
    INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA

    Skinnovation is Europe’s first startup festival on skis, held annually in the Austrian Alps. It brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators for networking and workshops, all while skiing between stunning alpine venues, fostering creativity and collaboration in a truly unique environment.

  • VIENNAUP

    MAY 8-16, 2025
    VIENNA, AUSTRIA

    ViennaUP is a global startup and innovation festival held annually in Vienna, Austria, bringing together startups, investors, and creative minds to foster collaboration, entrepreneurship, and groundbreaking ideas.

  • PODIM CONFERENCE

    MAY 12-14, 2025
    MARIBOR, SLOVENIA

    PODIM Conference is a premier startup and tech event held annually in Maribor, Slovenia, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to foster innovation, collaboration, and business growth across Central and Eastern Europe.

  • INFOSHARE CONFERENCE

    MAY 27-28, 2025
    GDAŃSK, POLAND

    Infoshare Conference is one of Europe’s largest technology and startup events, held annually in Gdańsk, Poland, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors to foster growth, share knowledge, and shape the future of tech.

SOUTH EUROPE

STARTUP EVENTS

  • WEB SUMMIT

    TBA, 2025
    LISBON, PORTUGAL

    Web Summit is one of the world’s largest technology conferences, held annually in Lisbon, Portugal, bringing together startups, investors, and global leaders to shape the future of tech and entrepreneurship.

  • TECH ISTANBUL DEMO DAY

    FEB 11, 2025
    ISTANBUL, TURKIYE

    The Tech Istanbul Demo Day will be a high-participation event where startups that participated in their programs will take the stage, and the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM) managers, investors, corporate firms and the entrepreneurship ecosystem will participate.

  • SOUTH SUMMIT MADRID

    JUNE 4-6, 2025
    MADRID, SPAIN

    South Summit Madrid is one of the world’s premier startup and innovation events, held annually in Madrid, Spain, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to foster growth, collaboration, and transformative ideas.

  • EU STARTUPS SUMMIT

    APRIL 24-25, 2025
    VALLETTA, MALTA

    At this exclusive in-person event EU Startups will be showcasing many of Europe’s hottest startups and coming together to learn from some of the most successful European entrepreneurs of our time.

  • 4YFN

    MARCH 3-6, 2025
    BARCELONA, SPAIN

    4YFN is a premier startup and innovation platform, held annually in Barcelona, Spain, as part of MWC, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to shape the future of technology and entrepreneurship.

  • Startup Olé

    OCT 17-18, 2025
    SALAMANCA, SPAIN

    Startup Olé is a premier startup and tech event held annually in Salamanca, Spain, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to foster innovation, collaboration, and business growth.

  • WE Make Future (WMF)

    JUNE 4-6, 2025
    BOLOGNA, ITALY

    We Make Future (WMF) is a premier international festival of innovation and technology, held annually in Rimini, Italy, bringing together startups, investors, and visionaries to shape the future of business, sustainability, and digital transformation.

  • Hello Tomorrow Global Summit

    MARCH 13-14, 2025
    PARIS, FRANCE

    Hello Tomorrow Global Summit is a premier deep-tech event held annually in Paris, France, bringing together startups, investors, and industry pioneers to accelerate breakthrough technologies and shape the future of innovation.

  • VIVATECH

    JUNE 11-14, 2025
    PARIS, FRANCE

    VivaTech is Europe’s premier startup and tech event, held annually in Paris, France, bringing together startups, investors, and global leaders to accelerate innovation and shape the future of technology.

  • DOERS SUMMIT

    FEB 12-13, 2025
    ATHENS, GREECE

    The Doers Summit is a premier global gathering for entrepreneurs and changemakers, hosted annually in Athens, Greece. Bringing together startups, investors, and visionaries, the event fosters collaboration and sparks bold ideas, shaping the future of innovation and entrepreneurship.

WESTERN EUROPE

STARTUP EVENTS

  • Bits & Pretzels Founders Festival

    SEPT 29-OCT 1, 2025
    MUNICH, GERMANY

    Bits & Pretzels Founders Festival is Europe’s leading startup event, held annually in Munich, Germany, bringing together founders, investors, and industry pioneers to inspire innovation, foster connections, and shape the future of entrepreneurship.

  • Tech Open Air (TOA)

    TBA, 2025
    BERLIN, GERMANY

    Tech Open Air (TOA) is a premier interdisciplinary technology festival held annually in Berlin, Germany, bringing together startups, investors, and thought leaders to explore the future of technology, creativity, and business through collaboration and knowledge exchange.

  • London Tech Week

    JUNE 9-13, 2025
    LONDON, UK

    London Tech Week is a premier global event held annually in London, UK, bringing together startups, investors, and tech leaders to explore cutting-edge innovations, foster collaboration, and shape the future of technology.

  • TNW Conference (THE NEXT WEB)

    JUNE 9-13, 2025
    LONDON, UK

    TNW Conference is a premier tech festival held annually in Amsterdam, Netherlands, bringing together startups, investors, and industry pioneers to explore the future of technology and fuel global innovation.

  • SIFTED SUMMIT

    OCT 8-9, 2025
    LONDON, UK

    Sifted Summit is Europe’s premier event for startups and innovators, hosted annually in London, UK. It brings together founders, investors, and thought leaders to explore groundbreaking ideas, foster collaboration, and shape the future of the tech ecosystem.

EASTERN EUROPE

STARTUP EVENTS

  • How to Web

    OCT 1-2, 2025
    BUCHAREST, ROMANIA

    How to Web is a premier startup and innovation conference held annually in Bucharest, Romania, bringing together founders, investors, and tech leaders to spark ideas, foster collaboration, and accelerate growth in the tech ecosystem.

  • PROW CONFERENCE

    OCT 24, 2025
    TIMIȘOARA, ROMANIA

    Prow Conference is a premier startup and technology event held annually in Timișoara, Romania, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders to inspire collaboration, foster innovation, and shape the future of the tech ecosystem.

  • Moldova Digital Summit

    JUNE 5-7, 2025
    CHIȘINĂU, MOLDOVA

    Moldova Digital Summit is a premier technology and innovation event held annually in Chișinău, Moldova, bringing together startups, investors, and industry leaders to accelerate digital transformation and foster regional and global partnerships.

  • Techsylvania

    JUNE 25-26, 2025
    CLUJ-NAPOCA, ROMANIA

    Techsylvania is one of Eastern Europe’s premier technology and innovation events, held annually in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, bringing together startups, investors, and tech leaders to shape the future of technology and entrepreneurship.

CENTRAL ASIA

STARTUP EVENTS

  • InnoWeek Uzbekistan

    TBA, 2025
    TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN

    InnoWeek Uzbekistan is a premier innovation and technology event held annually in Tashkent, bringing together startups, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders to foster collaboration, showcase cutting-edge solutions, and accelerate sustainable growth across Central Asia.

  • Astana Hub Startup Conference

    TBA, 2025
    ASTANA, KAZAKHSTAN

    Astana Hub Startup Conference is Central Asia’s premier startup and tech event, held annually in Astana, Kazakhstan, bringing together startups, investors, and innovators to foster entrepreneurship and accelerate technological advancement.

EAST ASIA

STARTUP EVENTS

  • TECHGALA

    FEB 4-6, 2025
    NAGOYA, JAPAN

    TechGala is a premier global event celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship, hosted in vibrant Nagoya, Japan. It brings together startups, investors, and thought leaders to inspire collaboration, foster connections, and spotlight groundbreaking technologies shaping the future.

  • HOKKAIDO INNOVATION WEEK

    FEB 13-19, 2025
    HOKKAIDO, JAPAN

    Hokkaido Innovation Week is a premier event celebrating entrepreneurship and technology, held annually in Hokkaido, Japan. It brings together startups, investors, and global innovators to foster collaboration, showcase groundbreaking ideas, and drive sustainable solutions for a brighter future.

  • Osaka Expo

    APRIL 13-OCT 13, 2025
    OSAKA, JAPAN

    Osaka Expo is a world-class international exhibition held in Osaka, Japan, showcasing cutting-edge innovations, cultural exchange, and sustainable solutions. It unites global leaders, innovators, and visionaries to explore new frontiers and create a brighter future for humanity.

  • SUSHI TECH TOKYO

    MAY 8-10 2025
    TOKYO, JAPAN

    Sushi Tech Tokyo is Japan’s premier startup and tech event, hosted annually in Tokyo, bringing together startups, investors, and innovators to celebrate cutting-edge technology and foster global connections.

  • INNOVEX

    MAY 20-23, 2025
    TAIPEI, TAIWAN

    InnoVEX is a premier startup and tech event held annually in Taipei, Taiwan, showcasing cutting-edge innovations and connecting startups, investors, and global tech leaders to foster collaboration and accelerate growth in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

  • NEXTRISE SEOUL

    JUNE 26-27, 2025
    SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA

    NextRise is a premier global startup and tech event, held annually in South Korea’s vibrant capital, bringing together startups, investors, and industry pioneers to accelerate innovation, foster partnerships, and shape the future of entrepreneurship.

  • KOREA BLOCKCHAIN WEEK

    SEP 22-27, 2025
    SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA

    Korea Blockchain Week is Asia’s premier blockchain and Web3 event, held annually in Seoul, South Korea, uniting blockchain innovators, developers, and thought leaders to explore cutting-edge technology and shape the future of decentralized industries.

GREATER BAY AREA

STARTUP EVENTS

  • StartmeupHK Festival

    TBA, 2025
    HONG KONG

    StartmeupHK Festival is Asia’s premier startup and innovation event, held annually in Hong Kong, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry pioneers to foster collaboration and shape the future of business.

  • RISE Conference

    MARCH, 2025
    HONG KONG

    RISE Conference is Asia’s premier tech and startup event, held annually in Hong Kong, bringing together founders, investors, and global leaders to explore trends, spark connections, and shape the future of technology and business.

  • HONG KONG WEB3 FESTIVAL

    APRIL 6-9, 2025
    HONG KONG

    Hong Kong Web3 Festival is a premier event showcasing the future of blockchain, decentralized technologies, and digital innovation. Held annually in Hong Kong, it brings together Web3 pioneers, investors, and global tech leaders to explore cutting-edge advancements and foster collaboration in the evolving Web3 ecosystem.

  • BEYOND EXPO

    MAY 21-24, 2025
    MACAO

    BEYOND EXPO is Asia’s premier innovation and technology event, held annually in Macao, bringing together startups, investors, and global leaders to foster collaboration, showcase cutting-edge solutions, and drive sustainable growth in the tech ecosystem.

  • Hong Kong FinTech Week

    NOV 3-7, 2025
    HONG KONG

    Hong Kong FinTech Week is one of the world’s premier financial technology events, held annually in Hong Kong, bringing together startups, investors, and industry leaders to shape the future of finance and innovation.

MIDDLE EAST

STARTUP EVENTS

  • LEAP

    FEB 9-12, 2025
    RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA

    LEAP is a global tech event held annually in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing together startups, investors, and technology pioneers to shape the future of innovation and drive transformative progress across industries.

  • WEB SUMMIT QATAR

    FEB 23-26, 2025
    DOHA, QATAR

    Web Summit Qatar is a premier global technology conference held annually in Doha, Qatar, bringing together startups, investors, and industry leaders to foster innovation, collaboration, and growth across diverse markets.

  • STEP Conference DUBAI

    FEB 19-20, 2025
    DUBAI, UAE

    STEP Conference is the leading tech festival in the Middle East, held annually in Dubai, UAE, bringing together startups, investors, and industry pioneers to explore innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of technology.

  • ArabNet Riyadh

    TBA, 2025
    RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA

    ArabNet Riyadh is a premier startup and tech conference held annually in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to accelerate innovation and digital transformation across the region.

  • GITEX GLOBAL

    OCT 13-17, 2025
    DUBAI, UAE

    GITEX Global is one of the world’s largest technology and startup events, held annually in Dubai, UAE, bringing together innovators, investors, and industry pioneers to showcase cutting-edge advancements and shape the future of technology.

SOUTHEAST ASIA

STARTUP EVENTS

  • Techsauce Global Summit

    TBA, 2025
    BANGKOK, THAILAND

    Techsauce Global Summit is Asia’s leading tech and innovation event, held annually in Bangkok, Thailand, uniting startups, investors, and industry leaders to shape the future of technology and entrepreneurship.

  • Echelon Asia Summit

    TBA, 2025
    SINGAPORE

    Echelon Asia Summit is a premier tech and startup event held annually in Singapore, bringing together founders, investors, and industry experts to foster innovation, scale businesses, and shape the future of Asia’s digital economy.

  • GEEKS ON A BEACH

    TBA, 2025
    MACTAN, CEBU, PHILIPPINES

    Geeks on a Beach is a premier international startup and tech conference held annually in the Philippines, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors to foster collaboration, tackle global challenges, and create impactful solutions—all in a relaxed, beachside setting.

SOUTH ASIA

STARTUP EVENTS

  • NASSCOM Product Conclave

    FEB 24-25, 2025
    MUMBAI, INDIA

    NASSCOM Product Conclave is India’s premier platform for product innovation and technology, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to shape the future of the digital economy and drive transformative growth.

  • INSPIRE INDIA

    DEC 5-7, 2025
    NEW DELHI, INDIA

    Inspire India is a premier startup and innovation event held in New Delhi, India, uniting entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders to catalyze growth, foster collaboration, and celebrate India's dynamic role in the global startup ecosystem.

  • Techfest IIT Bombay

    TBA 2025
    MUMBAI, INDIA

    Techfest IIT Bombay is Asia’s largest science and technology festival, held annually in Mumbai, India, bringing together innovators, researchers, and industry leaders to inspire breakthroughs and drive technological advancement.

  • Startup Mahakumbh 5.0

    MARCH 7-8, 2025
    NEW DELHI, INDIA

    Startup Mahakumbh 5.0 is India’s premier startup and innovation event, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem enablers in a dynamic forum to spark collaboration, foster growth, and celebrate groundbreaking ideas.

  • Startup Expo India

    MARCH 19-21, 2025
    NEW DELHI, INDIA

    Startup Expo India is one of the largest startup and entrepreneurship events in India, bringing together innovators, investors, and industry leaders to fuel growth, collaboration, and groundbreaking ideas.

OCEANIA

STARTUP EVENTS

  • Pause Fest

    TBA, 2025
    MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA

    Pause Fest is a premier festival for creativity, business, and technology, held annually in Melbourne, Australia, bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to shape the future of digital culture and innovation.

  • SOUTHSTART

    MARCH 4-6, 2025
    ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA

    SouthStart is Australia’s premier festival of innovation and impact, held annually in Adelaide, bringing together startups, investors, and visionaries to explore bold ideas, foster connections, and shape the future of technology and entrepreneurship.

  • SPARK FESTIVAL

    TBA 2025
    SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

    Spark Festival is Australia’s largest event for startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs, held annually in Sydney. It brings together founders, investors, and industry experts to inspire ideas, foster connections, and accelerate business growth.

  • Techweek NZ

    MAY 19-25, 2025
    VARIOUS CITIES, NEW ZEALAND

    Techweek NZ is New Zealand’s premier festival of innovation and technology, held annually across the country, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts to celebrate ideas, inspire collaboration, and fuel technological advancement.

NORTH AMERICA

STARTUP EVENTS

  • SXSW (South by Southwest)

    MARCH 7-15, 2025
    AUSTIN, TEXAS (U.S.)

    SXSW (South by Southwest) is a globally renowned conference and festival held annually in Austin, Texas, celebrating the convergence of technology, film, music, and culture to inspire creativity and drive innovation.

  • WEB SUMMIT VANCOUVER

    MAY 27-30, 2025
    VANCOUVER, CANADA

    Web Summit Vancouver is a premier global technology conference, held annually in Vancouver, Canada, bringing together startups, investors, and thought leaders to shape the future of innovation and entrepreneurship.

  • STARTUP GRIND CONFERENCE

    APR 29-30, 2025
    SILICON VALLEY

    Startup Grind Global Conference is a premier gathering for startups, innovators, and investors, held annually in Silicon Valley. It fosters meaningful connections, shares insights, and celebrates entrepreneurship to inspire growth and impact worldwide.

LATIN AMERICA

STARTUP EVENTS

  • WEB SUMMIT RIO

    APR 27-30, 2025
    RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL

    Web Summit Rio is one of the world’s premier technology conferences, held annually in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, bringing together startups, investors, and global leaders to shape the future of innovation and entrepreneurship.

  • STARTUP CHILE

    TBA, 2025
    SANTIAGO, CHILE

    Startup Chile is a world-renowned public accelerator program based in Santiago, Chile, empowering entrepreneurs globally by providing funding, mentorship, and resources to scale innovative startups and drive economic growth.

  • Campus Party Brazil

    NOV 19-23, 2025
    SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL

    Campus Party Brazil is one of the largest technology and innovation festivals in the world, held annually in São Paulo, bringing together tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and visionaries to collaborate, learn, and shape the future of technology.

AFRICA STARTUP

EVENTS

  • AFSIC - INVESTING IN AFRICA

    OCT 14-15, 2025
    LONDON, UK

    AFSIC is a leading event driving investment in Africa's financial sector, connecting investors, businesses, and institutions through networking, deal-making, and insights.

  • AFRICA TECH SUMMIT

    FEB 12-13, 2025
    NAIROBI, KENYA

    The Africa Tech Summit connects startups, investors, and leaders to explore innovations, opportunities, and growth in Africa’s thriving tech ecosystem.

  • LAGOS TECH FEST

    FEB 19-20, 2025
    LAGOS, NIGERIA

    Lagos Tech Fest is Nigeria’s leading tech event, uniting startups, investors, and innovators to showcase solutions, share insights, and drive Africa’s digital growth.

  • OCEAN INNOVATION AFRICA SUMMIT

    FEB 24-28, 2025
    DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA

    The Ocean Innovation Africa Summit is a leading platform driving sustainable solutions and innovation in Africa's blue economy, uniting global leaders to shape the future of ocean stewardship.

  • THE OMNIVERSE SUMMIT

    FEB 25-28, 2025
    LAGOS, NIGERIA

    The Omniverse Summit is a global platform uniting innovators, startups, and leaders to explore the future of technology, AI, Web3, and sustainability through collaboration and transformative ideas.

  • AFRICA FAMILY OFFICE INVESTMENT SUMMIT

    FEB 24-24, 2025
    JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA

    The Africa Family Office Investment Summit connects family offices, investors, and leaders to explore opportunities and drive sustainable growth across Africa’s key sectors.

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