The European Startup Week 2026 is a seven-day gathering of startup founders, investors, innovators and entrepreneurship enthusiasts from across Europe, taking place in Puglia, Italy. Now in its fourth edition, the event combines the insight and opportunities of a major startup conference with the relaxed atmosphere of a Mediterranean summer festival.
Participants will have the opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, investors and industry experts through a mix of networking sessions, startup pitches, panel discussions, roundtable conversations and community-led activities. Alongside the conference programme, attendees can take part in social events, local excursions and informal meetups designed to foster meaningful relationships and collaboration.
Built around the principle of “Friends First, Networking Second”, European Startup Week offers a unique environment for sharing ideas, exploring investment and partnership opportunities, and becoming part of a vibrant European startup community.