Events for you

Sat, 8 August 2026

09:30Europe / Amsterdam

Café Conrad, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Founders Running Club :: Amsterdam

Founders Running Club brings together founders, investors, tech, creative people, and startup enthusiasts for weekly easy runs and networking. The event is designed to foster connections in Amsterdam's startup community through casual physical activity and socializing. It offers an informal environment to meet like-minded professionals and support each other's ventures.

Tue, 11 August 2026

19:00Asia / Jerusalem

Online, Netherlands

Amsterdam Startup Founder 101

This event explains how to acquire the first customers for a startup idea. It is designed for early-stage founders who need strategies to validate and grow their initial user base. Attendees will learn approaches to overcome common hurdles faced when starting customer acquisition.

Sat, 15 August 2026

09:30Europe / Amsterdam

Café Conrad, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Founders Running Club :: Amsterdam

Founders Running Club hosts weekly runs that bring together founders, investors, tech and creative professionals, and startup enthusiasts for fitness and networking in Amsterdam. Participants can build relationships and connect informally while maintaining an active lifestyle. This event suits anyone involved in or interested in the startup ecosystem looking to network in a casual outdoor setting.

Tue, 18 August 2026

19:00Asia / Jerusalem

Online, Netherlands

Amsterdam Startup Founder 101

This event covers strategies for gathering customer feedback on startup ideas in the context of AI advancements. It is aimed at entrepreneurs and founders who want to better understand customer pain points to refine their business ideas. Attendees will learn practical ways to engage with potential customers despite the rise of AI tools.

Wed, 19 August 2026

18:00Europe / Amsterdam

StartDock Coworking Prins Hendrikkade, Amsterdam, Netherlands

AI Builders

This meetup gathers AI engineers and founders in Amsterdam to share the latest AI development tools, APIs, and retrieval-augmented generation techniques. Attendees engage in technical discussions and networking focused on AI development. The event is designed to help AI practitioners stay updated and connected within the local community.

Tue, 25 August 2026

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Startup Village (Amsterdam Science Park)

This workshop helps researchers, postdocs, and PhD students understand how to start academic spin-offs by exploring entrepreneurship, intellectual property, funding, and startup growth. It supports turning AI research into real-world impact. Attendees gain practical knowledge for launching startups from academic work.

Thu, 27 August 2026

Netherlands

UtrechtInc

Meet UtrechtInc offers a tour of the incubator facilities and an opportunity to learn about its support for entrepreneurs. Attendees can ask questions and network with other early-stage founders. This event is suited for people starting or growing their startup who want to explore incubation options and connect with peers.

3–4 September 2026

09:30Europe / Amsterdam

De Hallen, Netherlands

StartupAmsterdam

Common S3nse is a hackathon event focused on collaborative problem solving and innovation. It is designed for startup founders, developers, and entrepreneurs who want to build and prototype new ideas. Participants engage intensively to create solutions and connect with peers in the startup ecosystem.

Thu, 3 September 2026

19:00Europe / Amsterdam

Café de Muurbloem, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Hackers & Founders (Amsterdam, NL)

This offline meetup in Amsterdam gathers hackers, founders, and startup enthusiasts for drinks and networking. The event features a talk by Thijs Cadier, a cofounder of AppSignal and a regular participant. Attendees can connect with peers and learn from an experienced founder in an informal setting.

Thu, 10 September 2026

Netherlands

UtrechtInc

This event gathers founders in the Utrecht region for a casual evening focused on networking and community building. Attendees share experiences and connect over pizza in a relaxed setting. It is intended to foster relationships among startup founders locally.

Thu, 17 September 2026

10:00Europe / Amsterdam

Startup Village Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Startup Village (Amsterdam Science Park)

Sira will explain how deep tech startups can access public funding and subsidies. The session includes case studies of companies that have successfully obtained support. This event is useful for founders seeking financial support for their deep tech ventures in Amsterdam.

Thu, 17 September 2026

14:00Europe / Amsterdam

Theater de Vest, Alkmaar, Netherlands

BAN Nederland (Business Angels Netwerken Nederland)

Kaasstad Kapitaal is a live pitch event held in Alkmaar where startups present their ideas to an audience. The event targets founders and investors interested in early-stage funding opportunities. Attendees can gain insight into new ventures and network while enjoying food and drinks after the pitches.

Fri, 18 September 2026

13:30Europe / Amsterdam

YES!Delft, Netherlands

ImpactCity

This event facilitates networking for entrepreneurs looking to meet potential co-founders. It is designed for founders or aspiring founders who want to build their founding team. Attendees can connect with like-minded individuals to explore partnerships and collaboration opportunities.

22–24 September 2026

09:00Europe / Amsterdam

RAI Amsterdam, Netherlands

StartupAmsterdam

HumanX EMEA 2026 is a conference focused on the startup and venture capital ecosystem in the EMEA region. The event brings together founders, investors, and operators to share knowledge and build connections. Attendees participate to explore trends, network, and engage with the wider innovation community.

Tue, 22 September 2026

13:00Europe / Amsterdam

LAB Building, Maastricht, Netherlands

BAN Nederland (Business Angels Netwerken Nederland)

Groei Tafel 2026 is a networking event in Maastricht that brings together founders and other startup ecosystem participants. The event provides an opportunity to connect and build relationships within the local and regional startup community. Attendees can share experiences and grow their professional networks in a collaborative environment.

Thu, 24 September 2026

Netherlands

UtrechtInc

Meet UtrechtInc offers a tour of their incubator and opportunity to learn about their services. Attendees can ask questions and connect with other entrepreneurs. The event supports people starting or growing their ventures by providing insights into the incubator environment.

Thu, 24 September 2026

12:00Europe / Amsterdam

MELT at Avular, Netherlands

ImpactCity

Startup in Residence Demo Day showcases startup pitches and developments at MELT at Avular. The event is designed for founders and investors to explore emerging ideas and innovations from resident startups. It provides an opportunity to see new projects and network within the ecosystem.

3–4 October 2026

Social Impact Factory Kauwgomballenfabriek, Netherlands

StartupAmsterdam

This hackathon event brings together individuals interested in startup innovation and technology development. Participants collaborate intensively to create and prototype solutions within a limited time. It is designed for those looking to engage in hands-on problem solving and build new products or services in a startup context.

Thu, 8 October 2026

00:00Europe / Amsterdam

De Kromhouthal, Netherlands

ImpactCity

The Steward Ownership Festival Amsterdam is an offline festival held at De Kromhouthal. It focuses on steward ownership as a business model and brings together founders, investors, and operators interested in sustainable and mission-driven company structures. Attendees connect to explore alternatives to traditional ownership and governance setups.

Thu, 8 October 2026

19:00Europe / Amsterdam

Café de Muurbloem, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Hackers & Founders (Amsterdam, NL)

This event is a meetup for founders, hackers, and operators to network and socialize in Amsterdam. It offers an informal setting to discuss startups and share ideas over drinks. Attendees can connect with like-minded people interested in the local startup ecosystem.

Mon, 26 October 2026

16:00Europe / Amsterdam

Stadion Feijenoord, Netherlands

ImpactCity

This event focuses on smart working methods and strong entrepreneurship for business owners who want to progress. It targets entrepreneurs interested in improving their work processes and business strength. Attendees can expect networking opportunities and development-focused discussions at Stadion Feijenoord.

Thu, 5 November 2026

19:00Europe / Amsterdam

Café de Muurbloem, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Hackers & Founders (Amsterdam, NL)

This meetup offers an informal setting for founders and tech enthusiasts in Amsterdam to connect over drinks and conversations. It is designed for individuals interested in building networks within the startup community. Attendees can expect casual discussions and opportunities to share ideas in a friendly environment.

Fri, 13 November 2026

14:00Europe / Amsterdam

Theater de Vest, Alkmaar, Netherlands

BAN Nederland (Business Angels Netwerken Nederland)

Kaasstad Kapitaal is a live pitching event in Alkmaar where startups present their ideas to potential investors. The event runs from 14.00 to 17.00 followed by informal networking with food and drinks. It is intended for founders and investors interested in discovering new investment opportunities and connecting with the local startup ecosystem.