Events for you

Wed, 23 September 2026

08:00

Platform, Calgary, Canada

Luma Calgary

The YYC Life Sciences Spotlight focuses on advancing Alberta’s life sciences ecosystem through panels, showcases, and networking. It connects industry, researchers, investors, and ecosystem partners to explore commercialization, scaling, partnerships, and capacity building. Attendees gain insights into growth opportunities and collaboration within the life sciences sector in Calgary.

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.

29 September – 1 October 2026

00:00Europe / Malta

Malta

GamingMalta

SBC Lisbon 2026 is an event focused on the startup and venture capital ecosystem, held in Lisbon. It brings together various stakeholders such as founders and investors to connect and explore opportunities within the ecosystem. Attendees can expect networking and knowledge sharing relevant to the broader startup community in Lisbon.

Thu, 1 October 2026

13:00Europe / Zurich

Switzerland

Venturelab (Venture Kick / TOP 100 Swiss Startup Award)

This event covers strategies for internationalization, focusing on how startups and businesses can expand into global markets. It is aimed at founders and operators interested in growing beyond their local ecosystem. Attendees will learn about practical approaches to scaling internationally and navigating cross-border challenges.

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.

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

08:00Europe / Paris

Accor Arena, Paris, France

Bpifrance Inno Generation (BIG)

Big 2026 is a major gathering of entrepreneurs in France taking place at the Accor Arena in Paris. The event offers a space for founders and startup community members to connect and engage. Attendees can expect to network and explore the French startup ecosystem in a large physical venue.

Fri, 9 October 2026

10:00Europe / Vilnius

LITEXPO, Lithuania

Startup Fair

The Sorainen free legal clinic offers startups practical advice on legal and tax issues including IP, shareholder agreements, employment law, tax, and licensing. Founders can meet with experts to get clear answers that support their business growth. This event targets startups needing legal clarity to move forward.

13–15 October 2026

Finland

Business Tampere

This event is a networking and familiarization trip organized by Location Innovation Hub to the Smart Country Convention 2026 in Berlin. It targets Finnish companies interested in public sector digitalization and seeking new partners and market opportunities in Germany. Participants will engage with key stakeholders, explore use cases, and build connections in the European smart city and AI ecosystem.

Tue, 13 October 2026

La Cantine x La French Tech, Nantes, France

France Digitale

FDTour Nantes is a conference held in Nantes at La Cantine x La French Tech. The event brings together members of the local startup and VC ecosystem to discuss relevant topics and connect with peers. It targets founders, investors, and ecosystem operators interested in the region's innovation landscape.

Tue, 13 October 2026

16:00

Spain

Startup OLE

This conference focuses on acceleration and innovation as key factors to successfully scaling startups. It also addresses public policies that strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The event is for founders, operators, and policymakers interested in startup growth and ecosystem development.

Wed, 14 October 2026

Barcelona, Sweden

Norrsken

Impact/Week 2026 is a conference held in Barcelona focusing on themes related to impact-driven innovation and investment. It gathers founders, investors, and ecosystem players interested in creating social or environmental value through startups and ventures. Attendees can expect networking opportunities and discussions on advancing impact-focused entrepreneurship.

Thu, 15 October 2026

Austria

aws (Austria Wirtschaftsservice)

AustrianStartups Summit 2026 is an event focused on the Austrian startup ecosystem. It brings together founders, investors, and ecosystem players to discuss trends and opportunities. Attendees can connect and explore growth possibilities within the Austrian startup community.

Thu, 15 October 2026

Birmingham, United Kingdom

UK Private Capital (formerly BVCA)

Invest Midlands Forum & Reception is a conference event held in Birmingham, United Kingdom, focusing on private capital investment in the Midlands region. The event gathers investors and founders to discuss investment opportunities and networking within the local ecosystem. Attendees can connect to explore funding and growth prospects in the Midlands startup and VC community.

Mon, 19 October 2026

London, United Kingdom

UK Private Capital (formerly BVCA)

This event is a networking reception held in London. It is designed for professionals involved in the startup and venture capital ecosystem. Attendees can connect with peers and stakeholders to build relationships and explore future collaborations.

Tue, 20 October 2026

16:30

Senate of the Republic, Ciudad de México, Mexico

Luma Mexico City

The Claude community meets at the Senate of the Republic in Mexico City to discuss the role of artificial intelligence in public sector innovation and governance. The event features talks, panels, and networking between legislators, public servants, founders, and builders working with AI in Mexico. Attendees can engage in conversations about talent, governance, and technological sovereignty in the AI field.

27–28 October 2026

00:00

Buffalo Convention Center, Buffalo, United States

Launch NY

The New York State Innovation Summit is a multi-day event focused on showcasing and discovering new and emerging technologies in New York State. It brings together startups, economic developers, and manufacturers to foster collaboration and strengthen the statewide innovation ecosystem. Attendees can connect with experts and explore promising early stage companies across various industries.

Thu, 29 October 2026

09:00

Greentown Labs, Somerville, United States

Luma Boston

The Boston Climatetech Summit gathers entrepreneurs, investors, corporate leaders, and policymakers to accelerate innovation in climate, energy, and industrial systems. Attendees can connect with over 260 climatetech startups and industry leaders to drive collaboration and scale impactful technologies. The event fosters partnerships that support the climate transformation ecosystem across Massachusetts and beyond.

November 2026exact date not published

United States

Vator (Vator Splash / SplashX)

CRT startup revival is a conference focused on the startup community labeled CRT. It is likely designed for founders and ecosystem participants to explore revival or renewal opportunities. The event might offer networking and discussions relevant to early-stage startup activities.

Mon, 2 November 2026

Estonia

Tehnopol (Tallinn Science Park)

This event involves a business delegation from Vietnam. It is likely designed for entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem operators interested in international collaboration and business opportunities between Vietnam and other markets. Attendees may explore networking and partnership possibilities with representatives from the Vietnamese startup or investment community.

Wed, 4 November 2026

Austria

Wirtschaftsagentur Wien (Vienna Business Agency)

Invest.Austria Conference 2026 is an event focused on investment opportunities and developments within Austria's startup and venture capital ecosystem. It is designed for investors, founders, and ecosystem players interested in the Austrian market. Attendees can expect insights into trends and networking with key stakeholders to support investment and growth decisions.

Wed, 4 November 2026

Austria

Wirtschaftsagentur Wien (Vienna Business Agency)

The invest.austria conference 2026 is an event focused on investment opportunities and networking within the Austrian startup and VC ecosystem. It is designed for investors, founders, and other ecosystem participants interested in the Austrian market. Attendees can expect to engage in discussions and activities that promote funding and growth of startups in Austria.

Wed, 4 November 2026

10:30Europe / Berlin

Germany

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

This event presents information from EU-Inc. regarding startup activities in Europe. It is relevant for founders and ecosystem players interested in European startup initiatives. Attendees can learn about the structure and opportunities within the EU startup ecosystem.

Thu, 5 November 2026

Austria

aws (Austria Wirtschaftsservice)

This event focuses on funding opportunities and promotion programs for startups and innovators. It targets founders, entrepreneurs, and project leaders looking to explore financing options for their ventures. Attendees can learn about available funding resources and strategies to secure financial support.