Events & Opportunities
Discover the best networking events, workshops and opportunities in the Munich startup ecosystem. Connect with like-minded people, learn from experts and seize your chance for prize money and visibility.
🗓️ Events at a glance
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The FFX x FFB Climate Leaders Breakfast
The morning after FFX Munich. The week before Munich Climate Week: Founders, investors and corporate and sustainability leaders at one table to share projects, intentions and challenges, and to find […]
Investor-Ready & Funding-Proof: How to Get It Right
When you think of investor readiness, pitch decks, traction, and numbers usually come to mind. What often gets overlooked: Many structural decisions you make as early as the founding phase […]
Online: Tutorial: Financials – How to Generate Liquidity in a Startup
Your business concept’s liquidity planning shows you at what point in time how much money should be in the company account, or which financing gaps you need to close. There […]
BioM x BayStartUP Pitch Day 2026 – Bavaria’s Life Science Startups on Stage
Following the great success of the last joint Pitch Day of BioM with BayStartUP, we’re excited to build on that momentum and bring you another successful pitch day! Once again, the event […]
Tutorial: What Insurance and Protection Options Are There for Startup Managing Directors? – Part 1
In a GmbH, managing directors bear several liability risks. There are insurance policies that help ensure your professional and personal livelihood is not jeopardized in the event of a claim. […]
Fuckup Nights Munich Vol. 21
What people leave off their resumes…… takes the stage at Fuckup Night Success stories are easy to tell. The promotion. The founding. The next big step. That’s exactly what will […]
Fuckup Nights Munich Vol. 21
What people leave off their CVs… ends up on stage at Fuckup Night Success stories are easy to tell. The promotion. The founding. The next big step. That’s exactly what […]
FuckupNights Munich Vol. 21 – Real Stories of Failure
Fuckup Nights Munich Vol. 21 – No gloss. No hero’s journey. No pitch. There are plenty of success stories out there. But what actually happens when the master plan doesn’t […]
Startup WORK 2026 – Job Fair & Open House Day at WERK1
On October 16, 2026, WERK1 will once again become the meeting place for the Munich startup scene: Startup WORK brings ambitious startups, top talent, and the startup ecosystem together in […]
Recruiting Workshop
Do you have recruiting questions that you would like to discuss with other founders and our partner MRP (My Recruitment Partners)? On October 16, a workshop on current recruiting topics […]
Tutorial: What Options Are There for Startup Managing Directors to Protect Against Cyber, Electronics, and IT Risks? – Part 2
In a GmbH, managing directors bear several liability risks. There are insurance policies that help ensure that your professional and personal livelihood is not put at risk in the event […]
Personalmesse Munich 2026
HR inspiration for startups and growing teams – attracting talent, developing teams, and driving growth: Personalmesse Munich powered by Zukunft Personal offers practical insights for startups. The focus is on […]
AHEAD Pitch Night
Innovative technologies, entrepreneurship and groundbreaking ideas? Get ready for the next AHEAD Pitch Night! Get to know the most exciting Fraunhofer Tech-Transfer projects of the day after tomorrow at our AHEAD […]
How to Be a Podcast Guest People Actually Remember
Carol Mae Whittick has spent her life working with the voice – as a trained singer, audiobook narrator, and host of over 230 podcast interviews. In this free live workshop, she’s sharing the practical tools and techniques that turn a forgettable podcast appearance into one that brings the right people back to your business.
Women Startup MatchLab
Looking for your next startup adventure? Meet founders and build diverse, high-performing teams.
25th European Health Congress Munich
The European Health Congress Munich has been a highlight for healthcare professionals and decision-makers for years. Our goal is to create a platform that not only reflects the diversity of […]
herCAREER Expo 2026
On October 22 and 23, 2026, the herCAREER Expo will open its doors for the 11th time at MOC Munich: an event for all women and female-read individuals looking for […]
Employee participation: current trends and new opportunities
gate-Academy “Employee participation: current trends and new opportunities” in collaboration with KPMG As a tech founder, you’re wondering how to foster innovation and growth with smart participation models? In this […]
Employee Participation: Current Trends and New Opportunities
As a tech founder, are you wondering how smart participation models can drive innovation and growth? In this online keynote with a subsequent Q&A, Dr. Christian Hensel and Manuel Schirmer […]
SEA:start – Introductory Workshop on Impact Entrepreneurship
SEA:start by Social Entrepreneurship Akademie is your entry point into entrepreneurship with societal value. In this two-day workshop, you will learn how ideas turn into viable solutions that have a […]
Tutorial: Financing Mix – What Options Do I Have Regarding Bank Financing?
A financing mix involves optimizing the various types of financing (equity, debt, mezzanine, and grants). Banks can certainly be an appealing source of capital for startups. In this tutorial, Nik […]
Businettes Apéritif MUNICH | Female Founders Night
Apéritif, exchange & female founder energy! 🍸 On October 27, Businettes invites you to the Female Founders Night in Munich: featuring a welcome drink, inspiring keynotes, startup pitches & relaxed networking at the 1komma5 Showroom Munich. ✨ Limited spots available – make sure to be quick!
beyond economy Festival
On October 28, 2026, the House of Communication in Munich will transform into the central meeting point for everyone reshaping the economy. The beyond economy Festival is the flagship format […]
Startup Fails No One Tells You About (Until It’s Too Late)
Founding a company in Germany is already a bureaucratic feat, and running one even more so. And then there are the things you do completely innocently because you have no […]
Munich Founders Award 2026
The Münchner Gründerpreis by Stadtsparkasse München is entering its next round. Since 1997, SSKM has been recognizing outstanding founders and encouraging people to pursue entrepreneurship. In addition to the Audience […]
Female Founders Breakfast
Meet entrepreneurs and female founders — in a facilitated networking format tailored to support female entrepreneurship. The Female Founders Breakfast is not a keynote event and not an information session. […]
AFTERWERK – Halloween Edition 🎃👻
Boooooo… it’s getting spooky at AFTERWERK on October 29! 👻 Look forward to startup pitches, drinks, food & networking – this time with an extra helping of Halloween vibes. 🕸️ […]
ITCS Munich
ITCS MUNICH – TECH CONFERENCE, CAREER FAIR & FESTIVAL ITCS Munich combines a tech conference, career fair, and festival into a single event. The focus is on the latest topics […]
Tutorial: How Can the Bank Support the Startup’s Internationalization?
Startups often acquire international customers very quickly. When handling payments, there are several factors to consider, and it is advisable to work with a suitably knowledgeable bank. Katrin Maierhof | […]
One Startup One Europe: EU-Inc. Explained
Do you want to grow your startup beyond national borders, but every country brings a new legal form, new administrative hurdles, and hesitant investors? This is precisely where the EU-Inc. […]
Digital Health Summit 2026
The Digital Health Summit is the meeting hub for people working towards better medicine by employing smart technology. Over two days, we look at what happens when AI – often […]
Startup Nation Germany
Together with you, we want to discuss the role of startups and scaleups in the modern working world. We are therefore delighted to welcome Bärbel Bas, Federal Minister of Labour […]
Female Founders Circle x InnovationsCafé
Insights, Deals & Money – real talks with female founders and investors!
Tutorial: What Startup Founders Can Learn from Top Sports Coaches
Building a startup into a successful company shares many parallels with consistently delivering peak performance in elite sports. Julian Trahe, psychologist and expert at TÜV Rheinland, provides tips and insights […]
Tutorial: Foreign Employees in Startups – What Founders Need to Know
Hiring international talent: How do you successfully employ skilled workers from abroad? This tutorial shows how startups can hire international employees in a legally compliant way and navigate bureaucratic hurdles. […]
SheStartup – Women Founders
Are you looking to found a company, in the early years of your self-employment, or considering starting your own business? Then SheStartup – Women Founders is just the thing for […]
Aller Anfang ist YEAH! – Food & Nutrition
Aller Anfang ist YEAH! brings people together to collaborate on solutions for specific challenges in their industry. The second edition is all about “Food & Nutrition.” Because hardly anything is […]
Strascheg Ideen Award Ceremony 2026
Experience an evening full of innovative startups, exciting pitches, and inspiring encounters – and celebrate with us the best startup ideas from the university and Munich startup ecosystem! 📅 November […]
Tutorial: Pitching to Investors – Your Startup Story
Investors are interested in getting in touch with promising startups as early as possible. Alongside other materials such as executive summaries, two-pagers, read decks, or business plans, the pitch is […]
AI4Biotech Session – Biotech AI Compass: Turn AI ambition into action
AI is moving fast. The real challenge is deciding where to start, what to prioritise and how to turn ambition into action. The AI4Biotech Session – Biotech AI Compass, jointly […]
Women Startup Pitch Night & Award Ceremony 2026
Witness the Future of Female-Led Tech Startups at the Women Startup Award 2026 Pitch Night! Following an intensive phase of training and coaching, this year’s finalists of the Women Startup […]
VentureCon 2026
VentureCon Munich – Shaping Tomorrow: Innovative Power for European Competitiveness The classic VentureCon with a Ferris wheel ride high above the rooftops of the Werksviertel is back! Due to high […]
The Art of Assertive Negotiation for Female Founders
FEMALE FOUNDER Workshop The Art of Assertive Negotiation: How Female Founders Can Ask for More and Actually Get It A Workshop with Katharina Dalka, Founder of BIA by StellarOne Women […]
Startup Demo Night
Hands-on innovations to try out Discover a wide range of exciting startups from various industries Try out the ideas and products yourself Connect with founder teams, investors, and corporate representatives […]
#4 City Demo Day – Circular Economy
How can startups and city administration drive innovation together and save resources and costs through circular economy approaches? Following the motto “Creating practical pathways together,” the City Demo Day, initiated […]
Cash Question Settled: Bootstrapping or Venture Capital
Bootstrapping or bringing investors on board? This question decides early on the pace, control, and culture of your startup—and the wrong answer can prove costly. The good news: there is […]
Tutorial: Financing Innovative Companies – Fundamentals and Insights into Financing Options for Your Startup
Securing financing for your venture is a fundamental milestone. There is a lot to consider right from the outset. As one of the largest financing networks with years of experience, […]
BAND Deep Dive: Understanding Structures – Equity Stakes, Ticket Sizes, and Limits
BAND Deep Dive: Understanding Structures – Equity Stakes, Ticket Sizes, and Limits Anyone investing should understand the foundational structures. This session provides an overview of investment formats, ticket sizes, and […]
Key 2027 Tax Updates for Female Founders – powered by Lexware
In this free online session with Lexware, we will cover the most important summer updates from the latest tax amendment training, put them into practical perspective, and show you what impact the changes—especially with an eye toward 2027—could have on your business.
Ultimate Demo Day 2026
Ultimate Demo Day is our annual pitch event bringing together startups, influential industry leaders, and investors. This event is the ultimate platform to take your investment to the next level! […]
Tutorial: Goodies or Employee Benefits in Startups
Company pension plans, capital-forming benefits, corporate health and accident insurance, working time accounts, job bikes, free drinks, and much more – company benefits increase an employer’s attractiveness and foster employee […]
Tutorial: Financing Innovative Companies – Basics and Insights for Your Startup
Securing financing for your venture is a crucial milestone. There is a lot to consider early on. As one of the largest financing networks with many years of experience, we […]
Tutorial: Value-Based Pricing for Startups – Models that Win Customers & Scale
Pricing is one of the most critical growth levers for startups. For customers, price is a key factor in purchasing decisions. For providers, it determines how effectively customer value is […]
Tutorial: How to… Early Stage B2B Sales?
Your product is great, yet no one is signing on the dotted line? Then it’s rarely about the technology, but rather how it’s being sold. In the early stage, B2B […]
Tutorial: Pitching to Investors – Your Startup Story
Investors are interested in getting in touch with high-potential startups as early as possible. Alongside other “documents” such as an executive summary, two-pager, read deck, or business plan, the pitch […]
Tutorial: Survival Is No Coincidence – Why Too Many Companies Die Before Growing
It makes sense to take a closer look at the reasons why startups fail, to recognize cross-industry patterns, and to evaluate your own startup against these patterns. Maximilian Krä is […]
Tutorial: Financing Innovative Companies – Basics and Insights into Funding Options for Your Startup
Securing funding for your venture is a fundamental milestone. There is a lot to consider early on. As one of the largest financing networks with years of experience, we will […]
Tutorial: Financing Innovative Companies – Basics and Insights for Your Startup
Securing financing for your project is a fundamental milestone, and there is a lot to consider early on. As one of the largest financing networks with years of experience, we […]
Tutorial: Pitching to Investors – Your Startup Story
Investors are keen to connect with high-potential startups as early as possible. Alongside other materials such as executive summaries, two-pagers, read decks, or business plans, the pitch serves as your […]
CIRCULAR REPUBLIC FESTIVAL 2027
The CIRCULAR REPUBLIC FESTIVAL is Europe’s premier gathering for circular economy visionaries, industry leaders, and innovators. In a world where resource efficiency and sustainable business models are no longer optional […]
Tutorial: Financing Innovative Companies – Basics & Insights for Your Startup
Securing funding for your venture is a fundamental milestone. There is a lot to consider early on. As one of the largest financing networks with years of experience, we provide […]
Tutorial: Pitching to Investors – Your Startup Story
Investors are keen to connect with high-potential startups as early as possible. Alongside other “documents” such as an executive summary, 2-pager, read deck, or business plan, the pitch is your […]
Tutorial: Financials – How to Generate Liquidity in Your Startup
Liquidity planning for your business concept shows you when and how much money should be in the company account, and which financing gaps you need to close. There are various […]
Tutorial: Financing Innovative Companies – Basics and Insights into Funding Options for Your Startup
Securing funding for your venture is a fundamental milestone. There is a lot to consider right from the start. As one of the largest financing networks with years of experience, […]