Events for you

25–28 August 2026

20:00America / Los Angeles

various locations, San Francisco Bay Area, United States

Atlanta Startup Founder 101

FounderX Silicon Valley is an intimate conference gathering around 300 investors, founders, technology executives, and startup ecosystem leaders. It is designed for founders and investors to connect, share knowledge, and explore opportunities in the startup ecosystem. The event offers curated networking and discussions across multiple locations in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Wed, 26 August 2026

Bella Center Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Iceland

KLAK - Icelandic Startups

TechBBQ 2026 is a startup and venture capital ecosystem event held in Copenhagen. It gathers entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem players to connect and explore innovation trends. Attendees can expect opportunities for networking and broad discussions on technology and business growth.

Wed, 26 August 2026

09:00Europe / Copenhagen

København, Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark

Luma Copenhagen

This summit breakfast in Copenhagen brings together female founders, investors, and allies for networking and discussions. The event features top female VCs, LPs, founders, and operators to foster connections and support among women in venture capital. Attendees gain access to a focused community before TechBBQ.

Wed, 26 August 2026

09:00

Haute Spot, Leander, United States

Luma Austin

The Plug and Play Cedar Park Expo is a competition-style event showcasing startups in microelectronics and robotics. Attendees include corporate leaders, investors, startups, and ecosystem partners interested in demonstrations, networking, and partnership opportunities. The event offers a platform to explore innovations shaping the future of advanced manufacturing and AI technologies.

Wed, 26 August 2026

11:30Europe / Stockholm

Sweden

Almi (including Almi Invest)

Hitta Kapitalet - Augusti is an event focused on finding and securing capital. It is intended for startup founders and entrepreneurs looking to raise funding. Attendees can learn about funding opportunities and how to access financial resources to support their ventures.

Wed, 26 August 2026

19:00Asia / Hong Kong

Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Luma Hong Kong

This event brings together hedge fund professionals, venture capitalists, founders, and engineers from Hong Kong and Silicon Valley for an evening of networking and conversation. The focus is on the intersection of capital and technology, including market trends, venture pipelines, robotics, AI, and green finance. Attendees can share ideas and build connections in a relaxed, social setting.

Wed, 26 August 2026

New York City, United States

Cornell Tech

Forte Forum New York City #2 is an event held in New York City focused on topics related to the startup and venture capital ecosystem. It is likely designed for founders, investors, and ecosystem participants interested in networking and knowledge sharing. Attendees can expect to engage with peers from the local innovation community to explore industry trends and opportunities.

Wed, 26 August 2026

United States

Band of Angels

Deal Screening events involve reviewing and evaluating potential startup investment opportunities. They are designed for investors and fund managers to assess deal viability and select promising startups for funding consideration. Participants gain insights into deal flow and investment decision processes.

Thu, 27 August 2026

08:30Europe / Copenhagen

Zoku Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark

Luma Copenhagen

This event is a HealthTech Breakfast for founders, investors, and operators involved in health and wellbeing. It offers an opportunity to connect and exchange insights during TechBBQ in Copenhagen. Attendees can strengthen their local or visiting ecosystem ties over breakfast and coffee.

Thu, 27 August 2026

Austria

Wirtschaftsagentur Wien (Vienna Business Agency)

Vienna goes Slush 2026 is an event related to the Slush startup conference showcasing Vienna's ecosystem. It targets founders, investors, and ecosystem players interested in networking and startup development. Attendees can expect opportunities to connect with global and local innovation communities aligned with Slush themes.

Thu, 27 August 2026

Austria

Wirtschaftsagentur Wien (Vienna Business Agency)

Vienna goes Slush 2026 is an event that connects the Vienna startup ecosystem with the Slush community. It aims to showcase Viennese startups and foster networking opportunities. Attendees can explore collaboration and investment possibilities within this broader ecosystem context.

Thu, 27 August 2026

09:30Europe / Copenhagen

Bella Center Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark

Luma Copenhagen

Defence Tech & Cyber Arena is an event for founders, investors, researchers, and defence partners to explore innovation in defence technology and cybersecurity. The event offers keynotes, panel discussions, and roundtables on AI, drone technology, procurement, and university-industry collaboration. Attendees can network with startups and SMEs advancing defence and dual-use technology.

Thu, 27 August 2026

09:30Europe / Copenhagen

Martha Christensens Vej 16, Copenhagen, Denmark

Luma Copenhagen

The Policy Stage at TechBBQ delivers a full day of dialogue, insights, and networking on European innovation regulation. It caters to founders, policymakers, and stakeholders seeking to understand and influence the future rules shaping Europe’s startup ecosystem. Attendees engage with experts, politicians, and industry leaders on key policy issues affecting tech and entrepreneurship.

Thu, 27 August 2026

10:00

TMC Innovation Factory, Houston, United States

Luma Houston

This event features live startup pitches, panels on AI and healthcare ethics, and networking focused on digital health innovation. It is designed for clinicians, founders, investors, and professionals interested in healthtech transformation. Attendees can hear from fellows and experts while connecting with key players in digital health and innovation.

Thu, 27 August 2026

13:00Europe / Oslo

Epicenter, Oslo, Norway

Luma Oslo

This is a festival gathering entrepreneurs, investors, students, academia, and business communities in Oslo to explore innovation, creativity, technology, and art. The event features talks, workshops, startup showcases, a regional pitching final, and social activities including DJs and art. Attendees can connect across stages from ideation to scale-up and engage with diverse startup ecosystem players.

Thu, 27 August 2026

16:00Asia / Dubai

Digital Park A5 Building, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Luma Dubai

Dtec Pitches is an in-person event where eight selected startup founders present their businesses to a panel of investors, banks, and angel investors. Attendees can hear live feedback and gain insights into investor evaluation criteria. This event is for founders seeking investment and investors looking to discover promising regional startups.

Thu, 27 August 2026

16:00Europe / Helsinki

Espoo, Finland, Espoo, Finland

FiBAN (Finnish Business Angels Network)

FiBAN Pitch Finland with Elo is a pitching event held in Espoo, Finland where startups present their ideas to an audience likely consisting of investors and founders. The event offers a platform for early stage companies to gain exposure and seek funding opportunities. Attendees have the chance to evaluate emerging startups and connect with key players in the Finnish startup ecosystem.

Thu, 27 August 2026

17:30Europe / Helsinki

Finland

Helsinki Think Company

Bato Pitch Night is an event where startups present their business ideas to an audience. It is primarily for founders and investors looking to discover new opportunities and hear live pitches. Attendees come to evaluate early-stage ventures and connect with peers in the startup ecosystem.

Thu, 27 August 2026

17:00Europe / Zurich

Switzerland

Venturelab (Venture Kick / TOP 100 Swiss Startup Award)

This event focuses on the life sciences startup ecosystem. It targets founders, investors, and operators involved in health and bio innovation. Attendees engage to connect and share knowledge in the life sciences industry.

Thu, 27 August 2026

17:00Europe / Berlin

Lanolin Fabrik, Berlin, Germany

Silicon Allee

Five startups pitch innovations in photonic integrated circuits, optical communication, quantum technology, and precision sensing. The event is for founders commercialising photonics or quantum research, researchers interested in business applications, and investors focused on optical computing bottlenecks. Attendees gain insight from an investor panel, guest talks, and networking opportunities.

Thu, 27 August 2026

09:00America / Los Angeles

The Midway, San Francisco Bay Area, United States

Luma San Francisco

Step SF 2026 is a two-day tech startup festival in San Francisco featuring pitch competitions, live product showcases, and networking opportunities. It brings together founders, investors, builders, and operators focused on AI and frontier technologies. Attendees can engage in talks, 1-on-1 meetings, and demo sessions to explore innovation and investment in the AI economy.

Thu, 27 August 2026

Los Angeles, United States

Band of Angels

Los Angeles SiG is an event held in Los Angeles that focuses on activities related to startups and the broader venture capital ecosystem. The gathering likely involves networking and knowledge sharing for local stakeholders. Attendees may include founders, investors, and ecosystem operators interested in connecting within the Los Angeles startup community.

Thu, 27 August 2026

16:30

Frontier RTP, Durham, United States

Luma Raleigh

This event connects people involved in climate and clean technology across the Triangle region for informal networking and collaboration. Attendees include founders, researchers, investors, and professionals interested in climate innovation. It aims to facilitate new partnerships, knowledge exchange, and community building in the regional climate ecosystem.

Thu, 27 August 2026

18:00

Arlo Wynwood Miami, Miami, United States

Miami Tech Mixer

This event is an in-person networking mixer in Miami for professionals in the tech startup ecosystem. It offers an opportunity to connect with other founders, investors, and operators to build relationships and share insights. Attendees can expect to expand their network and engage with the local tech community.