A list of must-attend venture capital events in 2026

If you have big plans to scale up your startup in 2026, now is the time to start looking for that all-important funding injection. If you’re interested in venture capital investment, you’ll need to get out there and start talking to potential investors.

A great way to do this is through conferences and network events. The good news is that in the venture capital world, there is no shortage of them.

Below, we take a look at 7 of the hottest venture capital events coming up in 2026, with a good mix of events focused on start-ups, entrepreneurs and investors.

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8 must-attend venture capital events in 2026

Let’s dive straight into our list of the best venture capital events in 2026.

Remember, tickets are typically snapped up fast so if you see an event that you think is worthwhile, don’t hesitate to save your space. Some events even come with discounts and deals if you book in advance.

1 - American Dreams, London

Date: 18th February 2026

Wise Business is teaming up with SeedLegals, Ellis Porter - The Immigration Attorneys and Perlego to host ‘American Dreams: How to expand your startup to the US’ - the definitive networking event and panel discussion for UK startups ready to go global.

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2 - 4YFN (4 Years From Now)

Dates: 2nd to 5th March 2026 - Barcelona, Spain

Coming up soon is 4YFN. It's a global mobile start-up festival, held alongside Mobile World Congress. The event draws venture capitalists, corporate investors and start-up founders from around the world together in one location.

Investors gain access to curated meetings, pitching competitions, workshops and investor-only networking sessions.

Full access passes start at €399 EUR and VIP and investor packages are available too.¹

3 - London VC Summit 2026

Date: 12th November 2025 (afternoon) - Manchester

London’s flagship summit returns this May, bringing together founders, venture capitalists and tech leaders from across Europe.

The event focuses on high-quality networking, expert-led talks, practical insights and panel discussions on investment trends shaping 2026 and beyond.

Not just that but attendees can expect curated networking sessions and opportunities to connect with active funds looking for high-growth start-ups.

Early bird tickets start from just £85 and there are also deals for specific roles and titles, including students. ²

4 - South Summit

Dates: 3rd to 5th June 2026 - Madrid, Spain

South Summit is one of Europe’s largest start-up and investor events, attracting thousands of founders, venture capitalists, corporate investors and ecosystem partners from around the world.

It features curated networking sessions, start-up pitching competitions and themed workshops, plus lots more. It’s a great opportunity to meet international investors and expand cross-border connections, whatever line of work you’re in.

Early bird tickets start from €195 EUR but these rates won’t be around for long so don’t delay. ³

5 - Women’s Venture Capital Summit Europe

Date: 23rd September 2026 - Fairmont Windsor Park, UK

This one-day summit is tailored for female leaders in venture capital, LPs and founders. It provides opportunities for networking, panel discussions, keynote speeches and mentorship sessions.

Amongst the list of attendees, there will be senior VCs, investors and high-growth start-up founders, meaning it’s not one to miss.

More details will be made available soon, but registration is now open for tickets.

6 - TechCrunch Disrupt

Dates: 13th to 15th October 2026 – San Francisco, USA

TechCrunch Disrupt is a globally recognised start-up and venture capital accelerator event, perhaps most famous for its Start-up Battlefield competition.

The conference brings together VCs, founders and tech operators to discuss emerging trends, investment strategies, business proposals and the future of innovation.

Founders benefit from exposure to top-tier investors while investors gain access to early-stage companies and networking. There really is something for everyone.

Currently, early bird passes for standard attendees start from $239 USD with investor and founder admission options available too.⁴

7 - Web Summit

Dates: 9th to 12th November 2026 - Lisbon, Portugal

Web Summit is one of the world’s largest technology conferences, attracting tens of thousands of attendees each year. This includes venture capital firms, angel investors, founders and global tech companies.

The event features investor-focused tracks, start-up pitching, roundtables and countless networking opportunities. Plus, there’s panel discussions, advice workshops and plenty of space to ask your burning tech questions.

With a strong international presence, it’s an ideal event for start-ups looking to raise funding or expand globally.

Early bird tickets are currently available for pre-register with a 2-for-1 sale.⁵

8 - Slush

Dates: 18th to 19th November 2026 - Helsinki, Finland

Slush remains one of the largest gatherings for venture capital globally, bringing together more than 13,000 people to its annual event - with start-ups and investors making up 70% of the crowd.⁶

While the 2026 agenda is still being finalised, attendees can expect a packed main schedule and hundreds of side events, as well as access to exclusive programming. Not to mention, motivational speakers, panel discussions and roundtables.

Previously, the event has included Investors Day to connect with peers through talks and pre-booked meetings, as well as 75-minute private sessions to meet curated groups of founders.

Pre-registration is now available for the best ticket deals.⁶

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2026 is set to be a full year of VC events - all of which offer excellent opportunities to build relationships, learn from industry leaders and explore international investment prospects.

It goes without saying that you’ll likely leave inspired and energised for the next stage of your growth in 2026.

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Sources used:

1. 4YFN - Tickets
2. Luma - Tickets
3. South Summit - Tickets
4. Tech Crunch - Tickets
5. Web Summit - Tickets
6. Slush- Tickets

Sources last checked on date: 27-Jan-2026