Conferences are significant for startups. They allow people to meet and talk face-to-face with investors, other companies that may help you grow, or experienced individuals from different fields. This invaluable tool can help your startup grow and gain valuable tips.
Why not find out for yourself? It can be a great chance for your startup’s development. So, don’t hesitate and see which conference you may attend!
Without further ado, here is your guide to startup conferences in Europe in 2024 (psst, the conferences will be continuously updated and added, especially for the year’s second half!)
date | name | place | website |
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22-23 February 2024 | TECHARENA | Stockholm, Sweden | https://techarena.se/ |
25-27 February 2024 | Sigma Eurasia | Dubai, UAE | https://sigma.world/eurasia/ |
27-29 February 2024 | 4YFN | Barcelona, Spain | https://www.4yfn.com/ |
6-7 March 2024 | TRANSFORM | Berlin, Germany | https://transform.show/ |
21-22 March 2024 | HELLO TOMORROW | Paris, France | https://hello-tomorrow.org/global-summit/ |
21-22 March 2024 | START SUMMIT | St. Gallen, Switzerland | https://www.startglobal.org/start-summit |
18-19 April 2024 | TECHCHILL | Riga, Latvia | https://www.techchill.co/ |
9-10 May 2024 | EU-STARTUPS SUMMIT | Valletta, Malta | https://www.eu-startups.com/eu-startups-summit-2024/ |
13 – 15 May 2024 | PODIM | Maribor, Slovenia | https://podim.org/ |
14 May 2024 | Digitalk Conference | Sofia, Bulgaria | https://conference.digitalk.bg/ |
13-17 May 2024 | Iceland Innovation Week | Reykjavík, Iceland | https://www.innovationweek.is/ |
15-16 May 2024 | Impact’24 | Poznan, Poland | https://impactcee.com/ |
16-17 May 2024 | TECH.EU SUMMIT | London, UK | https://tech.eu/event/2024/summit-london |
22-23 May 2024 | INFOSHARE CONFERENCE | Gdańsk, Poland | https://infoshare.pl/conference/ |
22-24 May 2024 | Latitude59 | Tallinn, Estonia | https://latitude59.ee/ |
22-25 May 2024 | VivaTech | Paris, France | https://vivatechnology.com/ |
29-30 May 2024 | Dublin Tech Summit | Dublin, Ireland | https://dublintechsummit.tech/ |
5-6 June 2024 | BITS & PRETZELS HEALTHTECH | Munich, Germany | https://www.bitsandpretzels.com/healthtech |
3-9 June 2024 | VIENNAUP | Vienna, Austria | https://viennaup.com/ |
6-7 June 2024 | Arctic15 | Helsinki, Finland | https://arctic15.com/ |
5-7 June 2024 | South Summit | Madrid, Spain | https://www.southsummit.co/ |
10-14 June 2024 | London Tech Week | London, UK | https://londontechweek.com/ |
10-16 June 2024 | Bucharest Tech Week | Bucharest, Romania | https://www.techweek.ro/ |
11-13 June 2024 | Digital Enterprise Show | Málaga, Spain | https://www.des-show.com/ |
12-13 June 2024 | Perspektywy Women in Tech | Warsaw, Poland | https://womenintechsummit.pl/ |
13 June 2024 | Hinterland of Things | Bielefeld, Germany | https://hinterlandofthings.com/ |
20-21 June 2024 | The Next Web Conference | Amsterdam, Netherlands | https://thenextweb.com/conference |
26-27 June 2024 | Techsylvania | Cluj-Napoca, Romania | https://techsylvania.com/ |
9-10 July 2024 | Turing Fest | Edinburgh, Scotland | https://turingfest.com/turingfest-2023/ |
22-23 August 2024 | SHIFT | Turku, Finland | https://theshift.fi/ |
11-12 September 2024 | Tech BBQ | Copenhagen, Denmark | https://techbbq.dk/ |
16-17 September 2024 | Infobip Shift | Zadar, Croatia | https://shift.infobip.com/ |
25 September 2024 | FINTECH GROWTH SUMMIT | Edinburgh, UK | https://www.fintech-summit.co.uk/ |
23-27 September 2024 | Oslo Innovation Week | Oslo, Norway | https://oiw.no/ |
14-18 October 2024 | Gitex Global | Dubai, UAE | https://www.gitex.com/ |
31 October – 1 November 2024 | Startup Night | Winterthur, Switzerland | https://startup-nights.ch/ |
11-14 November | Web Summit | Lisbon, Portugal | https://websummit.com/ |
20-21 November | Slush | Helsinki, Finland | https://slush.org/pre-register/ |
February
TECHARENA – for two days The Tech Arena united numerous business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and decision-makers. The event served as a platform for networking, exchanging knowledge, and fostering discussions on innovation, entrepreneurship, sustainability, technology, and global megatrends.
Sigma Eurasia 2024, hosted in Dubai, is a standout convergence of innovation and business. With 600 sponsors/exhibitors, 10,000 delegates, and 400 speakers, it attracts influential figures, including government officials and business leaders. The event encompasses 2 startup pitches, 15 networking dinners, an MMA fight night, 2 parties, and 3 Gala Awards, providing distinctive networking and cultural experiences. Situated in Dubai, a MENA business hub, it’s the ideal platform for transforming innovative ideas into reality.
4YFN 2024 marks its 10th anniversary as a premier startup innovation and growth event. Expanding with more halls, stages, and speakers, it emphasizes interaction, hands-on experience, and expert insights. Themed around Growth, The Age of AI, and Startup Funding, it serves as a platform for entrepreneurs to share world-changing ideas. Aligned with MWC, a leading connectivity event, it fosters a global community of founders and investors.
March
Transform at hub.berlin gathers global CEOs, business owners, politicians, and sector experts for the ultimate business event for digital movers and makers. Covering topics from digital transformation, emerging technology, and lifestyle to sustainability, security, and policy, it’s a hub of diverse discussions. Now rebranded as TRANSFORM, this Hauptstadt event offers insights, though the website is currently in German. Non-German speakers, take note!
HELLO TOMORROW Global Summit 2024, a flagship event in Paris, celebrates the intersection of technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Boasting 3,000+ attendees, 100 speakers, 4 stages, and 125 exhibitors, it is a cornerstone for deep tech enthusiasts. This platform facilitates the sharing of breakthrough ideas, radical discussions about the future, and fosters learning, networking, and collaboration among industry leaders, decision-makers, and visionaries.
START Summit 2024, Europe’s premier annual conference powered by students, is a dynamic hub for top talents and future creators in St. Gallen, Switzerland. A must-attend for students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and investors, it promises endless possibilities. With 6,000+ participants and 160+ speakers in its last edition, this event is set to be an “unbelievable blast” for all attendees.
April
TechChill 2024, set for April 17-19, stands as the primary tech and startup event in the Baltics, fostering connections in knowledge, skills, and networks. Over three days, it includes side events like Investor Day, Media Tour, Demo Day, workshops, and a Founders Mixer on the first day. The main event on April 18 & 19 at Hanzas Perons features stage content, parties, a Speakers Dinner, ecosystem mingling, and more.
May
EU-STARTUPS SUMMIT in Malta promises two full days of learning, inspiration, and connection! This in-person gathering showcases Europe’s hottest startups with fireside chats, insightful keynotes, and a lively pitch competition. Moving from Barcelona to Malta for the first time in 2024, it promises “aha!” moments and a chance for 1,300 startups to compete for a prize worth €125k+. Check their event page for more details!
PODIM, situated in Slovenia, stands out as a crucial startup & tech event in the Alps-Adriatic & Western Balkans region. Encouraging attendees to study, develop, and explore new ideas, PODIM has been instrumental in fostering innovative company concepts poised to change the world.
DIGITALK Conference 2024, happening on May 14 in Sofia, Bulgaria, and accessible online, caters to game changers and entrepreneurs with breakthrough ideas. As a platform for industry leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs, it ranks among the top tech and business events in Southeast Europe. Attendees can gain valuable knowledge, network with peers, and explore potential collaborations in the tech industry.
Iceland Innovation Week celebrates innovation in Reykjavík with events like panel talks, company tours, happy hours, and a unique opportunity to take a dip in both chilly and hot spring waters throughout the week.
Impact’24 is a transformative journey of exploration that unites innovators from diverse sectors on a single platform. It explores the potentials and possibilities of shaping a global digital future. Impact features multiple tracks, covering areas like Industry 4.0, 5G, IoE, fintech, biotechnology, digital health, transportation, and more.
Tech.eu Summit London 2024, on May 16-17, is a leading event shaping the future of tech. Held at The Old Billingsgate in central London, it gathers 2,000 forward-thinkers to connect, collaborate, and innovate. Attendees can spark innovation, network with industry leaders, contribute to sustainable tech growth and responsibly define the future of startup ecosystems.
Infoshare 2024, the largest tech and startup event in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), is scheduled for May 22-23 in Gdańsk, Poland, with an online streaming option. This conference unites software developers, business leaders, startup enthusiasts, investors, marketers, and tech enthusiasts. Infoshare is a celebration of the digital world, offering a platform to share stories, knowledge, and experiences, facilitating the realization of ideas. Renowned for extensive networking opportunities, it plays a vital role in connecting and advancing the tech and startup community.
Latitude59 celebrates Baltic unicorns! This event offers a plethora of networking opportunities, in-depth conversations with top international players, multiple startup and investor pitching rounds, and a chance to reflect on the past year and generate new ideas for the future. Yay for the vibrant ecosystem!
VivaTech is one of Europe’s premier startup events. As France’s top international startup gathering, it’s a fixture for global investors, journalists, and thought leaders. Boasting past speakers like Tim Cook, Vitalik Buterin, Satya Nadella, Melanie Perkins, and Nik Storonsky, it’s no wonder it’s a must on many calendars.
Dublin Tech Summit, at the heart of the global tech ecosystem, stands out as one of the fastest-growing B2B tech events in Europe. With some of the largest international tech businesses establishing their EMEA headquarters in Dublin, it attracts speakers from hot companies like Stripe, Intercom, Google, Spotify, and Depop. A visit to Ireland in 2024 sounds enticing – perhaps we could join you for a Guinness or two?
June
BITS & PRETZELS HealthTech 2024, happening on June 5-6, stands out as Europe’s most startup-centric health tech conference. Bringing together leading minds from Pharma, Tech Giants, MedTech, and policymakers, it uniquely focuses on collaboration and insight. With startup founders at its core, the conference offers an exceptional opportunity for a positive impact on European healthcare. An ideal platform for those involved in health tech innovation, it is a catalyst for making a difference in the industry.
VIENNAUP 2024, a Startup Festival from June 3-9, goes beyond a typical tech conference. It’s a celebration of technology bridging the present to the future, reaching a global audience from Vienna. This festival provides startups, investors, and tech enthusiasts with an immersive environment fostering growth, innovation, and global connectivity. With its unique scope and Vienna setting, it offers a distinct and exciting prospect for participants.
Arctic15 is one of the most successful startup events in Northern Europe for matchmaking. Focused on diverse markets, technologies, and subjects, from AI and Digital Health to Social Impact and Scaling, it brings together a global community of entrepreneurs, investors, corporations, media, and influencers. It’s the ideal platform for meaningful connections and collaboration.
Spain is always a great destination, and for a fantastic reason – a startup event! Celebrating its eleventh edition, South Summit has solidified its position as the premier Spain-based international event. It brings together top corporations, startups, businesspeople, investors, and institutions to accelerate innovation, foster lasting relationships, explore commercial possibilities, and generate revenue. An excellent excuse to head to Spain indeed.
London Tech Week stands as an unparalleled convergence of innovators, investors, entrepreneurs, and multinational organizations. With participants from over 90 countries, it serves as a melting pot for visionaries addressing global challenges through technology. Attendees can expect diverse interactions, promising inspiration and insights. This event equips startups, scale-ups, and tech leaders with the knowledge to shape a better future, transforming how we work, rest, and play in the global tech ecosystem.
Bucharest Tech Week, an annual event, places Bucharest at the center of the tech world for an entire week of tech conversations, meetups, networking, and various events. The sixth edition will focus prominently on the theme of ‘change driven by technology,’ emphasizing its potential to create paradigm shifts. This event brings together some of the finest tech professionals from Romania, Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), and around the world, making it a crucial platform for tech discussions and networking.
Digital Enterprise Show serves as a catalyst for transforming businesses into digital entities. By bringing together cutting-edge technologies and distinguished speakers, it addresses attendees’ goals, issues, and demands. This event provides a high-potential B2B platform to increase business, strengthen thought leadership, elevate the brand, and forge stronger business ties with relevant stakeholders. It stands as a valuable resource for businesses navigating the complex landscape of digital transformation.
Perspektywy Women in Tech Summit, the largest conference for women in technology, is a celebration of the achievements of women in tech. The fifth international edition is anticipated with various speakers, mentors, workshops, and much more. With over 10,000 participants from 84 nations in the last edition, it has become Poland’s first climate-positive event. In the face of concerns about declining investment in female founders, this event aims to break all records and engage in discussions on tackling inequality challenges in the startup world, and fostering diversity and inclusion.
Hinterland of Things, situated at the heart of the German Mittelstand in Bielefeld, challenges the status quo by diving into an ecosystem of intriguing individuals and innovative ideas. In 2023, this event promises to be a go-to destination with two stages, thoughtfully curated content, and outstanding speakers. Hinterland of Things Conference provides a unique space for exploration and inspiration.
The Next Web Conference (TNW), referred to by CNBC as “the most intimate technology festival on the planet,” is a unique gathering for business leaders and tech enthusiasts. Set against the backdrop of beautiful red brick streets and canals in the Amsterdam summer, the conference offers a distinctive and intimate experience. Attendees have the opportunity to engage with global tech leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and scale-ups, gaining valuable insights from industry pioneers. If you prefer a more focused and immersive event where meaningful connections and insights take center stage, TNW Conference is the place to be.
Celebrating its tenth anniversary, Techsylvania continues to capture attention as a beacon for inspiration and the latest in technology. Attendees flock to this conference to glean insights and learn from some of the brightest minds in the industry. Cluj-Napoca and Romania have experienced a meteoric rise in tech ecosystems, evident in the plethora of outstanding startup events held in the region. Techsylvania’s conference scene, positioned as the heart of the community, serves as a hub for groundbreaking ideas and discussions on crucial issues at the intersection of business and technology. Romanians often tout Transylvania as the most beautiful region in their country, adding to the allure of the event.
July
Turing Fest 2024, set to take place from July 9th to 10th in the vibrant city of Edinburgh, Scotland, provides a prime opportunity to immerse yourself in the clement weather of the region. This eagerly anticipated conference is poised to bring together a diverse array of speakers hailing from various technology fields. Industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts will be among them representing esteemed companies such as LinkedIn, TIER, and prominent media entities like The Financial Times.
Anticipate engaging in insightful discussions that delve into the latest developments in the dynamic realms of technology and startups. Turing Fest is not just a conference; it’s a platform where attendees can explore the profound impact of these advancements on both business and society. Be prepared to gain valuable perspectives, foster meaningful connections, and stay at the forefront of innovation during this exciting event in the heart of Scotland.
August
SHIFT is not your ordinary conference; it’s a festival that celebrates people and innovations, meticulously designed to connect, educate, and inspire change-oriented individuals and organizations. Going above and beyond the typical conference experience, SHIFT challenges participants to not only attend but to actively envision the future of their companies and reassess their impact on that future. Centered around the future of business, SHIFT offers an outstanding program specifically crafted for industry leaders and tech innovators. It stands out as a unique platform that transcends the boundaries of traditional conferences, creating a dynamic environment that encourages participants to actively engage in envisioning and shaping the future. It’s not just an event; it’s a celebration of ideas, a catalyst for innovation, and a transformative experience for those ready to embrace change and lead the way into the future.
September
TechBBQ 2024, scheduled for September 11-12, promises a distinctive event experience. It seamlessly combines world-class stage content with exceptional networking opportunities and the Danish concept of ‘hygge’ (comfort and cosiness). This event serves as a platform for tech professionals to connect, collaborate, and innovate. Emphasizing a blend of valuable insights and a relaxed atmosphere, TechBBQ offers a unique fusion of professional development and casual networking.
Infobip Shift isn’t just another developer event; it’s a global gathering where the IT community comes together over two days in beautiful Croatia. Professionals, entrepreneurs, thought leaders, disruptors, and visionaries join forces at this unique experience with a shared goal: to change the world. It’s an opportunity to learn, network, and create lasting memories in a vibrant and inspiring setting.
The Fintech Growth Summit 2024, set for September 25th, marks Scotland’s 10th Annual Financial Technology Summit. As part of the Scotland Fintech Festival, this event at Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh, will explore the role of financial innovation in socio-economic recovery amid significant changes in the financial sector. Topics such as mobile banking, digital channels, cashless payment systems, and increased engagement with various Fintech services will be discussed, emphasizing the significance of fast, frictionless finance in today’s economic landscape.
Oslo Innovation Week 2024, set for September 23-27, stands out as a unique event uniting entrepreneurs, technologists, and innovators globally. Focused on promoting sustainable solutions aligned with the UN’s sustainability goals, it encompasses 60 diverse events. Attendees have the opportunity to delve into the heart of Nordic innovation, engage with remarkable speakers addressing significant global challenges, and partake in informal and easy networking in the urban, green, and food-loving city of Oslo.
October
GITEX GLOBAL 2024, scheduled for October 14-18 in Dubai, is gearing up to be a bigger, better, and bolder event. Recognized as the largest tech event in 2024, GITEX GLOBAL is where the latest in technology and innovation takes centre stage. Participants can seize unparalleled opportunities to connect, innovate, and establish lasting international partnerships. This event is a must-attend for anyone keen on the dynamic landscape of technology and startups, particularly in the Middle East.
Startup Nights 2024, slated for October 31st and November 1st, claims its title as the largest startup event in Switzerland. Hosted in the Eulachhallen Winterthur, it represents a distinctive fusion of innovation, entrepreneurship, and networking. Serving as a dynamic platform, Startup Nights facilitate connections among startups, investors, and industry leaders, providing an avenue to share ideas and foster collaborations. It stands out as a hotspot for those seeking to dive into the startup culture and gain insights from the heart of the Swiss startup ecosystem.
November
Web Summit 2024, happening in Lisbon from November 11-14, is acclaimed as the place “where the future goes to be born.” As one of the largest and most significant tech conferences globally, it gathers over 70,000 people and a diverse array of companies reshaping the tech industry. Renowned for its wide-ranging impact and networking opportunities, Web Summit serves as a platform for showcasing the latest innovations in technology.
Slush 2024, a not-for-profit event, is slated for November 30th to December 1st at the Expo and Convention Centre in Helsinki. Dedicated to supporting founders with a vision to change the world, Slush brings together the most innovative minds, including startup founders, investors, and industry leaders. Renowned for its unique approach, Slush fosters entrepreneurship and innovation on a global scale in a collaborative and inspiring environment.
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