Events

Join us for the Up2B Exploration Demo Day, where early-stage B2B startups pitch their ideas live on stage. After the presentations, enjoy the Up2BBQ networking session with food, drinks, and casual conversations. Attendees can connect with founders, investors, and the Up2B ecosystem. Free admission.

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📅 23 April 2026 | 15:00
📍 Location: innoWerft Walldorf 

Join the Market Discovery Program and explore the German B2B market for your startup. Validate your idea, gain deeper insights into customer needs, and connect with relevant companies through targeted matchmaking opportunities.

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📅 Bootcamp (online): 15. - 29.07.2026

(4 days)

📅 Masterclass (in Mannheim or Heidelberg): 28. - 30.09.2026

Join the Life Science Investors’ Day Heidelberg, where European life science startups and investors come together to exchange ideas, showcase innovations, and build partnerships. Selected startups will pitch on stage and connect with investors. The event offers networking within the life science ecosystem in a relaxed atmosphere.

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📅 24 September 2026
📍Business Development Center Heidelberg

Join the Up2B Fundraising Program and prepare your startup for the next funding round. Refine your pitch deck, gain insights into investor expectations, and develop a strong fundraising strategy. Benefit from expert mentoring and exclusive investor matchmaking to connect with the right partners.

 

📅 15th - 18th June + 13th - 14th July 2026
+ 1:1 from 22nd - 23rd July

AI CONNECT SUMMIT 2026 takes place as an official side event of the AI Summit, bringing together researchers, founders, and industry partners to share insights, innovations, and success stories. More details will be shared in early 2026 – subscribe to the KI-Garage newsletter for updates.

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📅 29 June 2026  
📍Palais Hirsch, Schwetzingen