StartupLive'26 ViennaUP

Two Days. Limitless Potential. One Transformational Experience.

Join StartupLive'26 ViennaUP and immerse yourself in two days of innovation, collaboration, and competition within Vienna's dynamic startup ecosystem.

Whether you're a founder with a bold idea or a professional in tech, design, marketing, or business, this is your opportunity to build something meaningful alongside ambitious creators and experienced mentors.

Choose Your Role — Startup, Innovator or Visitor. Since all three roles interact and collaborate closely throughout the event, every participant selects exactly one role when registering. This keeps the structure clear, supports smooth team-building, and ensures everyone arrives with the right expectations. Networking tickets are included for all ticket types.

Day 1 — Connect & Build (15 May)

Kick off the event by diving headfirst into a high-energy environment full of creators, builders, and disruptors. Entrepreneurs take the spotlight for the signature 90-second pitch showdown where bold ideas come to life. Not building your own startup? Listen to the pitches, choose an idea you love, and join a team that needs your expertise.

Once teams are formed, it's time to build. Through intensive business development workshops, expert mentoring, and hands-on collaboration, you'll define your customer, solve real challenges, and bring your business concept to life with guidance from top industry mentors.

09:30 Opening Session · 10:00 Pitch Storm · 11:00 Business Development Workshop · 14:30 Mentoring Sessions · 18:00 Team Working Time

Day 2 — Pitch & Compete (16 May)

Day 2 is all about polishing your pitch and competing on the big stage. Begin with the signature Art of Pitching workshop to sharpen your presentation and perfect your pitch deck. With feedback from experienced mentors, you'll refine your story and business model for maximum impact.

The day culminates in the Final Pitch Competition, where each team has 3 minutes to present to a panel of investors, VCs, and corporate leaders.

10:30 Pitch Training · 11:30 Financing Workshop · 15:30 Final Pitches · 17:30 Award Ceremony · 18:00 Networking