Tech is evolving faster than ever, and in 2025, staying ahead isn’t an option—it’s a necessity. From AI breakthroughs to game-changing startups, Europe’s tech scene is buzzing with opportunities to connect, innovate, and scale.
This year, the continent will once again host some of the most influential tech events, where entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders come together to share insights, forge partnerships, and shape the future.
Whether you’re a startup founder seeking funding, a corporate leader driving transformation, or an ecosystem builder scouting the next big trend, these must-attend European tech events are where big ideas turn into reality. Don’t miss out!
What Are the Top Tech Events in Europe for 2025?
MID3M+ 2025
January 24-27 | Cannes, France
MID3M+ is a leading music industry event that serves as a neutral platform for discussions, collaboration, and innovation. Held in France, it brings together artists, industry professionals, policymakers, and tech innovators to tackle the current and future challenges of the music industry. With a focus on digital transformation, policy alignment, and emerging trends, MID3M+ fosters meaningful debates and strategic partnerships, shaping the future of music, media, and entertainment on a global scale.
GoWest Conference 2025
January 28-30 | Gothenburg, Sweden
Held in Gothenburg, West Sweden, this leading venture capital forum serves as a key hub for startups, scaleups, and investors, showcasing the region’s rich industrial heritage and forward-thinking innovation. The event offers a prime opportunity for networking, matchmaking, and presenting cutting-edge research and development, reinforcing Sweden’s role in tech growth and investment.
TechChill Riga 2025
February 5-7 | Riga, Latvia
One of the Baltic region’s leading tech and startup events, this Riga-based gathering will unite global and local investors, founders, and key ecosystem players. With over 2,300 attendees, 310 startups, and 230 investors, the event will spotlight Frontier Technologies, Startup Growth, and Industry Shifts, while showcasing the latest emerging innovations.
Techarena 2025
February 20-21 | Stockholm, Sweden
This flagship Scandinavian event will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers in a dynamic setting. With a strong focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability, the program features keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, fostering collaboration and forward-thinking solutions.
4YFN & MWC Barcelona 2025
March 3-6 | Barcelona, Spain
Taking place side by side, 4YFN (4 Years From Now) and Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona create one of the most significant global gatherings for startups, investors, and technology leaders.
4YFN is the ultimate platform for early-stage companies, focusing on startup growth and fundraising opportunities, while MWC Barcelona serves as the world’s largest mobile and connectivity event, showcasing advancements in 5G, AI, fintech, IoT, and digital transformation. With 100,000+ visitors at once, Barcelona becomes the perfect hub for networking, deal-making, and trendspotting in early 2025.
JEC World 2025
March 4-6 | Paris, France
JEC World is the leading global event for the composites industry, bringing together innovators, researchers, and manufacturers to showcase cutting-edge materials, technologies, and applications. The event serves as a hub for networking, knowledge exchange, and business opportunities, shaping the future of composites and advanced materials across industries such as aerospace, automotive, and construction. A key highlight is JEC Investor Day, where startups and scaleups in the composites sector connect with top investors, fostering funding opportunities and strategic partnerships to drive industry innovation.
hello tomorrow Global Summit 2025
March 13-14 | Paris, France
Founded in 2011, Hello Tomorrow’s Global Summit is a leading event dedicated to advancing deep tech solutions that drive progress in human and planetary health. The summit brings together startups, investors, corporates, and researchers, with a focus on science-driven and engineering-based innovations. By highlighting breakthrough technologies that tackle global challenges and unlock new market opportunities, it fosters a cross-disciplinary ecosystem beyond traditional industry boundaries.
START Summit 2025
March 20-21 | St. Gallen, Switzerland
This prestigious event provides 30 early-stage startups with a unique platform to showcase their ventures to industry leaders, experienced founders, and top European venture capitalists. Designed to inspire both current and future innovators, the event builds momentum through Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and a high-stakes Final, making it an exciting highlight for entrepreneurs and investors alike.
Tech.eu 2025
March 25-26 | London, UK
A must-attend event for European startups, VCs, and ecosystem leaders, Tech.eu Summit focuses on scaling startups, venture capital trends, and deep tech innovations. If you’re looking for data-driven insights into the European startup ecosystem, this is the place to be.
0100 Europe 2025
April 2-4 | Amsterdam, Netherlands
A high-level private equity and venture capital conference where top fund managers, investors, and startups gather to discuss trends in the investment landscape. If you’re a founder looking to meet VCs or an investor scouting for promising startups, this event provides exclusive deal-making opportunities.
Gitex Europe 2025
April 21-23 | Berlin, Germany
Gitex Europe is a massive global technology event, originally from Dubai, now expanding into Europe for the first time. Covering AI, cybersecurity, cloud, and deep tech, this event is perfect for corporates, investors, and startups pushing the boundaries of digital transformation.
EU Startups Summit 2025
April 24-25 | Valetta, Malta
Bringing together over 2,000 founders, investors, and ecosystem players, EU Startups Summit is one of Europe’s leading startup conferences. The event features pitch competitions, networking opportunities, and insights from top European entrepreneurs, making it an excellent place to connect with early-stage startups and venture capitalists.
ChangeNOW 2025
April 24-26 | Paris, France
Set to take place in Paris, this influential event aims to accelerate and inspire change for a more sustainable future. Bringing together over 1,000 innovative solutions and 500 speakers, it serves as a meeting point for change-makers from various industries. The event offers a platform to showcase groundbreaking ideas, foster collaboration, and create meaningful impact in tackling global challenges.
Turing Fest 2025
May 7-8 | Edinburgh, Scotland
Turing Fest is one of Europe’s top conferences for startup growth, product development, and scaling businesses. Bringing together founders, operators, and investors, the event features expert-led talks, hands-on workshops, and high-impact networking, making it a must-attend for those looking to build and scale successful tech companies.
Podim 2025
May 12-14 | Maribor, Slovenia
One of Central & Eastern Europe’s leading startup and innovation conferences, Podim blends startup pitches, investor matchmaking, and thought leadership sessions. If you’re looking to expand into the CEE market or meet investors focused on this region, Podim is a must-attend event.
Rise of AI 2025
May 14th | Berlin, Germany
One of Europe’s leading AI-focused conferences, Rise of AI 2025 brings together AI researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss the latest advancements, ethical considerations, and business applications of artificial intelligence.
Latitude59
May 21-23 | Tallinn, Estonia
Often called the “flagship startup event of Estonia,” Latitude59 is a hub for early-stage startups, investors, and tech talent from the Nordic-Baltic region. The event blends keynotes, matchmaking, and a strong focus on deep tech and digital innovation.
Infoshare 2025
May 27-28 | Gdańsk, Poland
The largest tech conference in Central & Eastern Europe, Infoshare 2025 is a gathering of developers, startups, investors, and executives focused on emerging technologies, software development, and business growth strategies.
South Summit 2025
June 4-6 | Madrid, Spain
South Summit is one of Europe’s premier startup and innovation conferences, connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and corporations to drive business growth and technological advancements. Featuring top-tier speakers, startup competitions, and high-impact networking opportunities, it is a key platform for funding, scaling, and market expansion in the global startup ecosystem.
VivaTech 2025
June 11-14 | Paris, France
Held annually in Paris, France, this leading innovation and startup event brings together a diverse network of business leaders, investors, researchers, and entrepreneurs. It serves as a key platform for discovering emerging tech trends and driving digital transformation. Known for its dynamic partnerships and cutting-edge advancements, the event fosters product launches, valuable networking opportunities, and forward-thinking discussions on the future of technology.
TNW Conference 2025
June 19-20 | Amsterdam, Netherlands
Hosted in Amsterdam, this dynamic tech festival brings together a diverse mix of industry leaders, startups, and investors. It serves as a hub for innovation and collaboration, blending business insights, inspiration, and networking opportunities in a lively, festival-like setting.
TechBBQ 2025
August 27-28 | Copenhagen, Denmark
A Nordic-first but globally recognized startup event, TechBBQ brings together investors, entrepreneurs, and tech enthusiasts to discuss scaling startups, sustainability, and future technologies. Known for its laid-back atmosphere and high-quality networking, it’s one of the best places to engage with the Nordic startup scene.
Bits & Pretzels 2025
September 29 – October 1 | Munich, Germany
Held during Oktoberfest, Bits & Pretzels is a unique startup and investor festival that blends high-level networking, thought-provoking keynotes, and an exclusive founder-investor experience. The event connects entrepreneurs, VCs, and corporate leaders, creating an inspiring atmosphere for innovation, funding, and business growth.
NORDEEP 2025
October 2-3 | Dipoli, Finland
A premier deep tech and science commercialization event, NORDEEP 2025 connects entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and corporate innovators to explore cutting-edge innovations, sustainability, and the future of deep technology.
World Summit AI 2025
October 8-9 | Amsterdam, Netherlands
Recognized by tech leaders as a premier platform for unveiling cutting-edge AI innovations, WSAI is regarded as one of the world’s top networks for startups and investors. Each October in Amsterdam, it brings together the global AI ecosystem, including enterprises, big tech, startups, investors, scientists, and academics, to shape the future of artificial intelligence.
SaaStock Europe 2025
October 14-15 | Dublin, Ireland
This conference stands as a key event in Europe for SaaS founders, executives, and investors, offering practical, actionable strategies for business growth. Known for its expert speakers and dynamic networking, it serves as a prime gathering for industry leaders looking to scale their SaaS ventures.
Oslo Innovation Week 2025
September 20-24 | Oslo, Norway
Oslo Innovation Week is a leading event for startups, investors, and policymakers focusing on sustainability, deep tech, and impact-driven innovation. The week-long program features pitch competitions, investor matchmaking, and industry-specific summits, fostering collaboration and driving solutions for a more sustainable and innovative future.
Valencia Digital Summit 2025
October (TBA) | Valencia, Spain
Valencia Digital Summit is a fast-growing tech and innovation conference that brings together startups, investors, and industry leaders to explore the latest trends in AI, Web3, sustainability, and digital transformation. Held in one of Europe’s most vibrant tech hubs, the event offers high-level keynotes, startup competitions, and investor matchmaking, making it a prime destination for scaling businesses and discovering breakthrough technologies.
Web Summit Lisbon 2025
November 10-13 | Lisbon, Portugal
With more than 70,000 attendees, Web Summit brings together top figures in technology, from industry leaders to emerging startups. Recognized as a premier global tech event, it serves as a crucial forum for policymakers, heads of state, and tech CEOs to explore future innovations and industry trends.
Slush 2025
November 19-20 | Helsinki, Finland
Attracting more than 25,000 attendees, 2,000 startups, and 4,000 investors, Slush is a premier global gathering for industry leaders, tech enthusiasts, and innovators. The event offers engaging discussions, startup showcases, and investor networking, all within a unique environment designed to foster collaboration and growth. Widely recognized for its influence on the tech and startup ecosystem, Slush continues to shape the future of innovation.
And don’t forget our own event Sesame Summit happening in Biarritz on April 10-11!