SLUSH 2026
Nov 18-19, 2026
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Helsinki (Finland)
The most founder focused event on the planet
Highlights 2025
World's leading startup event
SLUSH is a not-for-profit organization on a mission to help and create founders to change the world.
What began in 2008 as a 250-person gathering has grown into the world’s leading startup event. Each year, SLUSH brings together a carefully curated community of European startups, world-class investors, and top tech journalists at the Helsinki Expo and Convention Center. Today, it stands as the largest venture capital gathering on the planet.
The doors to SLUSH 2026 will open on November 18th.
swisstech pavilion @ SLUSH 2026
Since 2017, Switzerland has been part of SLUSH and this year, the swisstech Pavilion is proud to showcase groundbreaking Swiss startups driving innovation in Deep Tech.
📍 Find us at Messukeskus Helskinki — we look forward to meeting you!
Global Deep Tech Battle
Switzerland, ranked #1 in innovation (Global Innovation Index), is powering the Global Deep Tech Battle (GDTB).
This is your chance to take the stage at one of the world’s biggest tech events — SLUSH in Helsinki, November 18–19.
Pitch live to an international jury and compete for cash prizes, visibility, and exclusive opportunities to scale your startup.
➡️ Discover the competition
👉 Join the battle!
🚨 Deadline: 26 October 2026