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.