Events Directory

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Upcoming Events

Conference
Jul 8 - 10, 2026

Startup Fest

Startups
Innovation
Investment

A festival style gathering for entrepreneurship that pairs main stages with workshops, pitch competitions, and themed tracks. The format encourages creative deal flow, founder education, and community building in a relaxed setting. City wide partner events round out the experience with curated networking and mentoring moments.

Montréal, Canada
Tech
In-person
Conference
May 21 - 22, 2026

Upstream Festival

Startups
Scale-ups
Innovation

A Benelux-anchored festival that connects startups, scale-ups, corporates, investors, and public stakeholders to accelerate cross-border growth. City-wide partner events and open-house formats turn the region into a living showroom for pilots and partnerships, helping teams validate products, source customers, and access capital.

Rotterdam, Netherlands
Tech
In-person
Conference
Jan 26 - 27, 2026

SuperReturn Saudi Arabia

Private Markets
Private Equity
Venture Capital

A GCC-focused private capital meeting spotlighting sovereign wealth, family offices, and global and regional GPs active in Saudi Arabia. Sessions address fundraising, private credit, infrastructure and diversification opportunities, alongside LP–GP dialogues on deployment, governance, and exits.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Jun 8 - 12, 2026

London Tech Week

AI
Fintech
Quantum

A Europe anchored, week long celebration of technology and innovation. Typical editions welcome about thousands of participants, 6 stages of headliner content, and dozens of partner events across the city.

London, United Kingdom
Tech
In-person
Conference
Mar 16 - 18, 2026

SuperReturn North America

Private Markets
Private Equity
Venture Capital

North America's leading private capital conference with typical editions hosting over 800 senior decision makers, including around 250+ LPs and 350+ GPs. Programming spans fundraising outlooks, secondaries, private credit, and value creation, with specialist summits and focused working sessions.

Miami, United States
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Oct 13 - 17, 2025

Gitex Dubai

AI
Cybersecurity
Smart Cities

A global scale technology platform spanning AI, cybersecurity, cloud, digital cities, and adjacent sectors. Co-located shows and startup programs create a comprehensive panorama of the digital economy.

Dubai, UAE
Tech
In-person
Conference
Nov 17 - 20, 2025

AVCJ Private Equity Forum

Private Equity
Venture Capital
LP-GP

Asia’s leading private equity and venture capital gathering. Four days of deep-dive panels, real-world case studies and high-impact networking.

Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Jun 17 - 20, 2026

Viva Technology

AI
Fintech
Cybersecurity

A European platform for startups, corporates, and investors that showcases breakthrough technologies and partnerships.Thousands of startups and investors participate, with extensive partner programs. Stages, labs, and a large scale expo create a high velocity environment for product discovery and collaboration.

Paris, France
Tech
In-person
Conference
May 27 - 28, 2026

Dublin Tech Summit

AI
Quantum Computing
Cybersecurity

A European B2B technology summit spanning AI, deep tech, quantum, and cybersecurity. Programming pairs mainstage keynotes with technical breakouts, product showcases, and leadership forums focused on adoption, governance, and security by design. Curated networking and buyer supplier meetings help convert conversations into pilots and procurement.

Dublin, Ireland
Tech
In-person
Conference
Oct 22 - 23, 2025

TechInAsia Conference

Startups
Innovation
Investment

A Southeast Asia focused conference spanning business and product tracks with new formats such as matchmaking, office hours, and unconference sessions. The experience is built to surface trends and catalyze practical collaborations across the region.

Jakarta, Indonesia
Tech
In-person
Conference
Apr 13 - 16, 2026

Leap

AI
Fintech
Smart Cities

A global technology event covering AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and frontier innovation across many sectors. Recent editions report 1,000+ speakers, 1,800 tech brands, and 600+ startups across more than 20 content tracks. The program blends headline stages, product demos, and deal making forums that surface partnerships and large scale transformation.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Tech
In-person
Conference
Nov 16 - 19, 2026

Medica

Medical Devices
Health IT
Diagnostics

A global B2B forum and exhibition for the medical sector showcasing advances in imaging, diagnostics, digital health, and clinical technologies. Forums and conferences provide applied education for providers, suppliers, and health system leaders.

Düsseldorf, Germany
Healthcare
In-person
Conference
Dec 1 - 3, 2026

SuperReturn Africa

Private Equity
Venture Capital
LP/GP Networking

A continent-focused private capital forum covering buyout, growth, venture, and private credit across key African markets. Programming examines fundraising, macro and regulatory shifts, and value creation, with LP–GP discussions that advance diligence and partnerships.

Cape Town, South Africa
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Nov 9 - 12, 2026

Web Summit

AI
FinTech
Startups

A global technology conference known for its multi-track program across AI, fintech, SaaS, and adjacent domains. Keynotes, panels, workshops, and startup platforms create a dense environment for product discovery and partnerships among thousands of attendees.

Lisbon, Portugal
Tech
In-person
Conference
Apr 27 - 29, 2026

Startup Grind

AI
Fundraising
SaaS

A global conference focused on executable startup playbooks, growth tactics, and cross stage learning. Typical editions feature 5,000+ participants, 175+ sessions, access to 400+ venture funds, and an expo with 150+ startups. Expect a mix of keynotes, workshops, and case led talks designed to convert insight into traction.

Redwood City, CA, United States
Tech
In-person
Conference
Apr 9 - 10, 2026

Gitex Asia

AI
Fintech
Cybersecurity

A pan Asian multi industry technology show spanning AI, cybersecurity, health tech, mobility, and digital cities. Typical figures include 700+ enterprises and startups, 25,000+ tech buyers, and 250+ investors from over seventy countries. Content and expo zones are paired with startup investor platforms to accelerate commercialization across the region.

Singapore, Singapore
Tech
In-person
Conference
Jun 24 - 25, 2026

Gitex Europe

AI
Cybersecurity
Green Tech

A Europe wide technology platform uniting innovators, growth companies, and enterprise buyers across AI, cybersecurity, digital industry, and green tech. Programming highlights include startup investor arenas, country pavilions, and deep dive stages.

Berlin, Germany
Tech
In-person
Conference
Mar 10 - 11, 2026

IVCA Conclave Mumbai

Private Equity
Venture Capital
LP-GP

India's premier alternate asset conclave focused on capital formation, policy, exits, and market development. Sessions surface the structural shifts shaping India's private markets and broader capital supply chain. It features policy roundtables and closed-door discussions on AIF regulation, taxation, and governance, along with forums on secondaries, private credit, and domestic LP participation from institutions and family offices.

Mumbai, India
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
May 12 - 14, 2026

SaaStr Annual

AI
SaaS
B2B

A global community gathering for SaaS, cloud, and AI focused on tactical, operator level content. Typical editions feature 300+ speakers, 150+ workshops, and 2,000+ scheduled networking sessions, with broad access to investors. Tracks and clinics translate playbooks into execution for teams building and scaling recurring revenue businesses.

San Mateo, CA, United States
Tech
In-person
Conference
May 5 - 6, 2026

OMR Festival

AI
E-commerce
Social Media

One of Europe's largest gatherings for digital marketing and technology. Typical editions list 800+ speakers and 1,000+ exhibitors. Conferences, masterclasses, side events, and an expansive expo map the evolving marketing and commerce stack.

Hamburg, Germany
Tech
In-person
Conference
May 7 - 9, 2025

Fintech Festival India

AI
Blockchain
Digital Payments

An India focused, multi city platform for advances in digital banking, payments, and financial infrastructure. Content spans AI, blockchain, cybersecurity, financial inclusion, and ESG in finance. The agenda is designed to surface pilots, policy dialogues, and commercial partnerships across the ecosystem.

New Delhi, India
Tech
In-person
Conference
Jun 15 - 17, 2026

SuperReturn Emerging Markets

Emerging Markets
Fundraising
LP-GP Networking

A private capital meeting focused on high growth economies across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and other emerging regions. The program tackles macro drivers, regulatory updates, and strategy shifts with targeted LP GP interactions.

Amsterdam, Netherlands
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Jun 4 - 6, 2026

South Summit

Startups
Innovation
Investment

A global marketplace for sourcing and scaling innovation with strong participation from Europe and Latin America. Recent editions report participants from well over 130 countries alongside a marquee startup competition.

Madrid, Spain
Tech
In-person
Conference
Oct 29 - 31, 2025

Switch

Deep Tech
Startups
Sustainability

An Asia anchored deep tech and innovation festival that unites startups, researchers, corporate innovation teams, and investors. The agenda emphasizes commercialization, technology transfer, and industry partnerships.

Singapore, Singapore
Tech
In-person
Conference
Nov 18 - 19, 2026

Slush

Startups
Venture Capital
Innovation

A Nordic led, founder focused event centered on company building and fundraising. Typically draws 13,000+ participants, thousands of startups, and thousands of investors, supported by a large number of side events. Programming combines headline talks with curated meetings and mentoring formats.

Helsinki, Finland
Tech
In-person
Conference
Sep 29 - 30, 2026

Tech Week Singapore

AI
Cybersecurity
Cloud

An Asia Pacific platform that aggregates cloud and AI infrastructure, cybersecurity, data, and commerce through co-located shows. The format makes it easy to navigate buying cycles while surveying adjacent technologies.

Singapore, Singapore
Tech
In-person
Conference
Aug 26 - 27, 2026

TechBBQ

Startups
Innovation
Investment

TechBBQ is the Nordic region's leading startup and innovation summit, featuring a community-driven format focused on knowledge sharing. The event brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry pioneers through keynote speeches, thematic panels, workshops, and intimate problem-solving sessions designed to foster innovation and collaboration across technology sectors.

Copenhagen, Denmark
Tech
In-person
Conference
Aug 27 - 29, 2026

Techsauce Global Summit

AI
FinTech
HealthTech

Southeast Asia's flagship technology summit showcasing innovation across AI, fintech, climate and sustainability, and future industries. Programming weaves together main stage content, hands on sessions, and a vibrant partner ecosystem. The goal is to translate regional momentum into partnerships, pilots, and sustained growth.

Bangkok, Thailand
Tech
In-person
Conference
Nov 6 - 8, 2025

TechSparks

Startups
Innovation
Networking

An India wide summit that highlights sector shifts and execution playbooks while showcasing emerging companies. Includes more than 100 sessions alongside the well known Tech30 startup showcase. The program balances headliners, masterclasses, and interactive formats.

Bangalore, India
Tech
In-person
Conference
Apr 3 - 5, 2025

Startup Mahakumbh

Startups
Innovation
Networking

An India focused showcase for startups and scale ups with sector tracks, product demos, mentorship, and curated B2B matchmaking. Recent editions highlight 100,000+ unique attendees, 2,900+ exhibitors, and 700+ speakers across hundreds of sessions. The platform is built to catalyze pilots, partnerships, and investment at national scale.

New Delhi, India
Tech
In-person
Conference
Jun 8 - 12, 2026

SuperReturn International

Private Markets
Private Equity
Venture Capital

A flagship European gathering for private capital strategies across buyout, growth, secondaries, and private credit. Typical editions convene 6,000+ senior decision makers with 2,000+ LPs and 3,000+ GPs from over eighty countries, and 500+ speakers. Specialist summits and an extensive meeting program support fundraising and market insight.

Berlin, Germany
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Feb 3 - 4, 2026

Kickstart Europe Conference

Data Centers
Cloud
Connectivity

A European strategy conference for digital infrastructure decision makers across data centers, cloud, connectivity, and investment. The agenda surfaces deployment trends, efficiency levers, and financing outlooks that shape the region's infrastructure graph.

Amsterdam, Netherlands
Digital Infrastructure
In-person
Conference
Feb 9 - 12, 2026

WHX Dubai

Medical Devices
Health IT
Diagnostics

A global healthcare exhibition and conference featuring innovations in medical devices, diagnostics, health IT, and wellness. Forums, education theaters, and show floor experiences with thousands of exhibits reveal future ready models for care delivery and health system performance.

Dubai, UAE
Healthcare
In-person
Conference
May 19 - 20, 2026

PLMA

Private Label
Retail
FMCG

The world’s leading private label trade show connecting retailers, brand owners, and manufacturers across food and non-food categories. Exhibitions, showcases, and industry forums highlight product innovation, enable sourcing and private-label development, and surface actionable insights on evolving consumer trends.

Amsterdam, Netherlands
Retail
In-person
Conference
Oct 9 - 13, 2027

Anuga

FoodTech
Sustainability
Innovation

A global trade fair for the food and beverage industry featuring ten specialized shows in one. Category pavilions, trend zones, and award programs spotlight innovation and sourcing opportunities.

Cologne, Germany
Food & Agri
In-person
Conference
Sep 28 - 30, 2026

Bits and Pretzels

Startups
Innovation
Networking

A European startup festival with a distinctive community experience. Typical editions bring about 7,500 participants and 500+ speakers across ten stages, alongside tens of thousands of curated founder investor meetings.

Munich, Germany
Tech
In-person
Conference
Sep 8 - 10, 2026

Global Fintech Fest

AI
Blockchain
Digital Payments

An India anchored international stage for fintech, digital public infrastructure, and financial inclusion. Multiple stages and masterclasses convert policy and product debates into tangible pilots and partnerships.

Mumbai, India
Tech
In-person
Conference
Nov 18 - 20, 2026

Singapore Fintech Festival

AI
Blockchain
Digital Payments

An Asia Pacific convening that explores digital assets, payments, AI, and regulation across a large show floor and multiple stages. Labs, forums, and thematic programs encourage experimentation and cross border collaboration.

Singapore, Singapore
Tech
In-person
Conference
Sep 28, 2026 - Oct 1, 2026

SuperReturn Asia

Private Equity
Venture Capital
LP/GP Networking

Asia's leading private capital meeting with broad coverage of fundraising, secondaries, and venture trends. Typical editions host 2,500+ senior professionals, including around 1,000+ GPs and 1,000+ LPs from more than 50 countries. Specialist summits and a dense networking program help move diligence forward.

Singapore, Singapore
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Dec 2 - 3, 2026

SuperReturn Japan

Private Markets
Private Equity
Venture Capital

Japan's leading private capital forum focused on buyouts, governance, value creation, and the evolving private credit and venture landscape. Typical editions convene 350+ senior LPs and GPs with closed door discussions and curated small group formats. Content is designed to illuminate market dynamics and support relationship building in Japan's private markets.

Tokyo, Japan
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Oct 13 - 15, 2026

SuperReturn Middle East

Private Markets
Private Equity
Venture Capital

The Middle East's leading private capital forum examining fundraising, private credit, infrastructure, and venture themes. Specialist tracks and curated interactions support the region's private markets agenda.

Dubai, UAE
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Dec 7 - 10, 2026

Abu Dhabi Finance Week

Fintech
Finance
Startups

Flagship financial and investment gathering bringing together top C-suite executives, institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, regulators and innovative fintech firms.

Abu Dhabi, UAE
Finance
In-person
Conference
Nov 14 - 20, 2027

Agritechnica

Agritech
Smart Farming
Robotics

The world's leading trade fair for agricultural machinery and smart farming. Demonstrations, awards, and expert forums spotlight robotics, automation, precision agriculture, and sustainable practices.

Hanover, Germany
Food & Agri
In-person
Conference
Nov 17 - 19, 2026

Bengaluru Tech Summit

AI
Biotech
Startups

An India led, cross industry technology conclave spanning AI, biotech, semiconductors, and sustainability. Tracks and showcases connect research, product roadmaps, and commercialization pathways.

Bangalore, India
Tech
In-person
Conference
Sep 23 - 24, 2026

PE VC Summit

Private Equity
Venture Capital
ESG

An Asia focused summit for private equity and venture capital with thematic tracks on PE and investment, LPs, venture, and climate tech and ESG. Recent editions bring together more than 150 senior speakers and panelists for deep dives on strategy and market structure.

Singapore, Singapore
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Feb 10, 2026

AVCJ Private Equity Forum Abu Dhabi 2026

Private Equity
Venture Capital
Investment

A premier gathering for private equity and venture capital professionals in the Middle East.

Abu Dhabi , UAE
Private Equity
In-person
Trade Show
Jan 6 - 9, 2026

CES 2026

AI
Robotics
Digital Health

The world's most powerful tech event and proving ground for breakthrough technologies.

Las Vegas, NV, USA
Technology
In-person
Conference
Oct 13 - 15, 2026

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

Startups
VC
Innovation

The world’s leading authority on startups and the technology industry.

San Francisco, CA, USA
Technology
In-person
Conference
Jan 29, 2026

Indonesia PE-VC Summit

Private Equity
Venture Capital
LP-GP

An indonesian conference that brings together GPs, LPs, founders, and family offices shaping Asia’s private markets. It blends keynote-led main sessions with curated networking and partner-led breakouts to help investors connect.

Jakarta, Indonesia
Private Equity
In-person
Conference
Mar 10 - 11, 2026

SuperReturn Secondaries Europe

Secondaries
GP-led
LP-led

Europe's leading conference for the private equity secondaries community.

London , UK
Private Equity
In-person
Trade Show
Mar 2 - 5, 2026

MWC Barcelona 2026

5G
AI
Connectivity

The largest and most influential event for the connectivity ecosystem.

Barcelona, Spain
Connectivity
In-person
Trade Show
Oct 17 - 21, 2026

SIAL Paris 2026

Food Innovation
Grocery
Meat

The world's leading food innovation exhibition, gathering producers and distributors.

Paris, France
Food & Beverage
In-person
Conference
Jun 2 - 4, 2026

Money20/20 Europe

Fintech
Payments
Banking

The flagship event for the global fintech and payments community.

Amsterdam, Netherlands
Fintech
In-person
Trade Show
Mar 10 - 13, 2026

FOODEX JAPAN 2026

F&B
Wine
Frozen Food

Asia’s largest international food and beverage business platform.

Tokyo, Japan
Food & Beverage
In-person
Conference
Jun 2 - 6, 2026

Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2026

Clean Energy
Renewables
Finance

Flagship regional event for clean energy innovation and cooperation.

Manila, Philippines
Energy
In-person
Conference
Mar 17 - 18, 2026

World Agri-Tech USA

AgTech
Sustainability
Climate

The World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit in San Francisco serves as a high-level networking and deal-making hub where the most influential agribusinesses, tech giants, investors, and startups from around the world gather to shape the future of agriculture.

San Francisco, CA, USA
Agriculture
In-person

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