The 25 must-see events for European Tech in 2026 

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The 25 Must-Attend Tech Events in Europe in 2026

2026 is shaping up to be another defining year for European tech – from AI and deeptech to digital assets, cybersecurity and climate innovation.

Across Europe, a few key events stand out. They help shape the ecosystem – from driving industry conversations to facilitating new collaborations.

Here are 25 of the most unmissable tech events in Europe in 2026.

JANUARY – An event to set the tone

World Economic Forum Annual Meeting

19–23 January – Davos, Switzerland
The year’s first major strategic checkpoint. Davos remains where global business, political leadership and emerging tech intersect – and where big themes (AI governance, geopolitics, climate, economic outlook) start to crystallise.

FEBRUARY – finance and institutional momentum

Integrated Systems Europe (ISE)

3–6 February – Barcelona, Spain
A heavyweight in the enterprise tech and systems integration calendar – where smart buildings, digital signage, AV innovation and large-scale infrastructure solutions take centre stage.

IT partners 

4–5 February – London, UK

A major French B2B tech event bringing together IT decision-makers, solution providers and partners across the ecosystem – from infrastructure and cloud to cybersecurity and enterprise services. A strong opportunity for lead generation, partnerships and market visibility.

Digital Assets Forum

5–6 February – London, UK
 One of the key European convenings for institutional digital assets: discussion topics include tokenisation, regulation, investment strategies, and how traditional finance is adapting to new rails.

MARCH – Where momentum really builds

Mobile World Congress (MWC)

2–5 March – Barcelona, Spain
MWC remains the global meeting point for connectivity and digital infrastructure – with enterprise innovation, telecoms and product announcements drawing an international crowd.

Tech Show London

4–5 March – London, UK
A broad, business-facing tech event covering cloud, cybersecurity, DevOps, data and transformation – useful for both pipeline building and market intelligence.

CloudFest

23–26 March – Rust, Germany
Europe’s cloud infrastructure crowd gathers in an unusually immersive setting – a strong calendar anchor for anyone building, securing or scaling online services.

ChangeNOW

30 March–1 April – Paris, France
Where climate innovation becomes tangible: solutions, founders, investors and institutions working at the intersection of sustainability and technology.

APRIL – cybersecurity, blockchain and ecosystem strategy

Paris Blockchain Week

15–16 April – Paris, France
A global blockchain gathering with strong international attendance – combining enterprise adoption, policy conversations, and ecosystem networking.

Tech.eu Summit London

21–22 April – London, UK
A smart pick for anyone tracking European tech through the lens of data, investment and policy – with a strong concentration of decision-makers.

EthCC9 (Ethereum Community Conference)

30 March–2 April – Cannes, France
A flagship event for Ethereum builders and the wider crypto developer ecosystem – often a key moment for product launches, community momentum and ecosystem signals.

INCYBER FORUM 

31 March–2 April – Lille, France
A reference point for digital trust in Europe – bringing together public and private stakeholders across cybersecurity, risk, defence and resilience.

MAY – a focused checkpoint before peak season

Dublin Tech Summit

27–28 May – Dublin, Ireland
A high-energy event mixing founders, investors and global tech leaders – ideal for networking, visibility and partnerships before the June rush.

JUNE – Europe’s busiest tech month

South Summit

3–5 June – Madrid, Spain
One of Europe’s most international startup gatherings – bringing together corporates, VCs and founders in a growth-focused environment.

SuperVenture

8–10 June – Berlin, Germany
A must for the venture ecosystem, especially for LP/VC dynamics – and a strong moment to understand market sentiment mid-year.

Hello Tomorrow Global Summit

11–12 June – Amsterdam, Netherlands
Deeptech, science-led innovation and industrial transformation – spanning mobility, health, climate, carbon and next-gen manufacturing.

SEPTEMBER – back to business (and big stages)

IFA Berlin

4–8 September – Berlin, Germany
A key consumer electronics showcase – useful for product storytelling, hardware innovation, and trend spotting.

Bits & Pretzels

28–30 September – Munich, Germany
A founder-first conference with a strong investor and corporate mix – known for high-quality networking and dealflow conversations.

OCTOBER – security, blockchain and the future of work

Les Assises de la Cybersécurité

7–10 October – Monaco
A premium European gathering for cybersecurity leaders – CISOs, CTOs and decision-makers meeting the most advanced solution providers.

European Blockchain Convention

16–17 October – Barcelona, Spain
A large-scale blockchain event that brings together innovators, enterprises, and ecosystem builders across Europe.

UNLEASH

20–22 October – Paris, France
A major international event for HR tech, learning, recruitment and people strategy – where the future of work gets operational.

NOVEMBER & DECEMBER – closing the year at full intensity

Web Summit

9–12 November – Lisbon, Portugal
One of the world’s biggest tech conferences – a global stage for announcements, investor conversations and brand visibility.

SLUSH

18–19 November – Helsinki, Finland
Europe’s ultimate startup moment: founder-led energy, investor density, and one of the best places to close the year with momentum.

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