Events for you

Tue, 4 August 2026

19:00Europe / Berlin

Center for Digital Technology and Management, München, Germany

Luma Munich

This event explores building a credible carbon economy by connecting research with startup creation in climate tech. It is designed for researchers, founders, investors, operators, and students interested in carbon removal, capture, storage, and utilization. Participants will engage with expert talks and an interactive venture idea sprint to develop early-stage startup concepts.

Wed, 5 August 2026

18:00Europe / Berlin

House of AI, Hamburg, Germany

Luma Hamburg

Cursor Meetup Hamburg #4 gathers engineers, founders, and builders who use Cursor to improve development speed and automation workflows. Attendees share practical setups, insider tips, and real stories to enhance their projects. The event is focused on hands-on experience and is suitable for active Cursor users and potential contributors.

7–14 August 2026

10:00Europe / Berlin

CODE University of Applied Sciences, Berlin, Germany

Luma Berlin

Participants form teams to build and sell a minimum viable product with paying customers in one week. This event targets developers, designers, and operators who want to validate ideas fast and gain traction. Attendees benefit from expert mentoring, pitch opportunities, and networking with founders and investors.

Mon, 10 August 2026

18:00Europe / Berlin

Saarbrücker Str. 20, Berlin, Germany

Luma Berlin

This event hosts a 5 km social run in Berlin targeting the startup and finance community. Participants meet at an office, run at a relaxed pace, and enjoy drinks and snacks before and after. It encourages community building and exercise across all fitness levels rather than competition.

Wed, 12 August 2026

18:00Europe / Berlin

Berlin, Germany, Berlin, Germany

Luma Berlin

Creative and tech professionals share honest stories about their biggest professional mistakes and what they learned afterward. The event features short talks, an open mic, and networking with drinks. It is for designers, developers, product managers, marketers, and founders who want to connect and learn from failure experiences.

Thu, 13 August 2026

18:00Europe / Berlin

Am Steinernen Stock 1, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Luma Frankfurt

This event presents an honest startup journey of Linh Pham, sharing real experiences around fundraising, managing investor and project setbacks, and building a startup from early ideas to actual customers. Attendees take part in a crisis management simulation for practical learning. It is intended for founders and startup operators interested in authentic founder stories and startup challenges.

Thu, 20 August 2026

19:45Europe / Berlin

Reingold, 10115 Berlin, Germany

Berlin Tech & creative industry Afterwork (English/German)

This event offers informal networking for professionals in Berlin's tech and creative industries. It targets people who prefer a relaxed networking environment without formal presentations or agendas. Attendees can connect with peers and expand their network in a casual setting.

Tue, 25 August 2026

18:00Europe / Berlin

Berlin, Germany, Berlin, Germany

Luma Berlin

Participants demo projects built using AI-powered development tools and share insights on their workflow, challenges, and lessons learned. The event is for designers, developers, product managers, founders, marketers, and anyone interested in AI-driven creative projects. Attendees can engage in demos, audience questions, and networking conversations.

Thu, 27 August 2026

11:15Europe / Berlin

Online, Germany

🚀 Berlin Digital Business Network @SIBB 🦄

This online event provides an update on current funding opportunities in Brandenburg. It is designed for founders and ecosystem operators looking to understand trends and developments in local grant and financing programs. Attendees can learn about relevant public subsidies supporting startups and businesses in the region.

Thu, 27 August 2026

18:00Europe / Berlin

Merantix AI Campus, Berlin, Germany

Luma Berlin

Hacker Room Demo Day showcases technical demos from AI projects developed by residents of the Merantix AI Campus in Berlin. Attendees can see early-stage prototypes and experiments, engage in technical conversations, and connect with AI engineers and builders. The event offers a casual and collaborative environment for exploring experimental AI ideas.

Wed, 9 September 2026

Germany

Business Angels Netzwerk Deutschland e.V. (BAND)

This event explores the gap between being known and being chosen, targeting startup founders and investors interested in improving visibility and selection success. It focuses on strategies that help transform recognition into actual support or votes. Attendees can gain insight into enhancing their chances in competitive environments.

Wed, 9 September 2026

11:00Europe / Berlin

Germany

Bundesverband Deutsche Startups e.V. (German Startups Association)

This event covers contracts that protect trade secrets and intellectual property. It is for founders, operators, and anyone interested in safeguarding their know-how. Attendees will learn about legal measures to secure confidential business information.

Tue, 15 September 2026

09:00Europe / Berlin

Festsaal Kreuzberg, Berlin, Germany

Luma Berlin

Berlin AI Day gathers leaders, operators, and builders to explore how AI and automation are transforming organizations. The event features no-hype talks from companies sharing real use cases, lessons, and outcomes. Attendees can learn practical strategies across leadership, operations, and product development for building AI-first organizations.

Wed, 16 September 2026

Germany

Business Angels Netzwerk Deutschland e.V. (BAND)

This event focuses on restructuring startups facing difficulties and repairing their capitalization tables simultaneously. It is intended for founders, investors, and operators dealing with startup financial and ownership challenges. Attendees can learn strategies for managing troubled startups and restoring order to equity distribution.

Mon, 28 September 2026

Germany

EXIST

Bits & Pretzels is a startup ecosystem event that brings together founders, investors, and operators to connect and share insights. It focuses on networking and community building within the startup and venture capital scene. Attendees can expect to explore various topics relevant to building and scaling startups.

2–3 October 2026

Germany

re:publica

re:publica Vienna is a conference that covers topics related to digital society, technology, and culture. It attracts a diverse audience including founders, operators, and those interested in policy and ecosystem matters. The event provides a platform for discussions, networking, and learning about current digital trends and challenges.

Mon, 9 November 2026

Germany

EXIST

Web Summit is a large-scale technology and startup event that gathers founders, investors, and industry professionals from various sectors. It provides opportunities to network, explore innovative technologies, and attend talks and panels. The event is designed for participants looking to connect and learn about trends in the global startup ecosystem.

Fri, 4 December 2026

Germany

Business Angels Netzwerk Deutschland e.V. (BAND)

This event explains the structure of equity holdings, investment ticket sizes, and limits in startup financing. It is intended for investors or operators looking to understand investment frameworks. Attendees will gain clarity on how participation and investment boundaries are set in venture deals.