Slush
About This Event
Slush 2026 is a leading startup and venture capital conference taking place on November 18–19, 2026, at Messukeskus, the Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre in Finland. The event connects early-stage startup founders with international investors, technology executives, and entrepreneurs.
Organized by Slush, the two-day gathering focuses on startup growth, fundraising, venture capital, technology innovation, and building successful companies. The event is designed to facilitate meaningful connections between founders and investors through curated meetings, mentoring sessions, presentations, and networking opportunities.
According to the organizer, Slush 2026 is expected to bring together more than 12,000 attendees, over 200 speakers, and more than 25,000 meetings. The wider Slush Week also includes more than 600 side events.
Attendees can explore developments in artificial intelligence, SaaS, fintech, healthtech, deep technology, climate technology, and other emerging industries. The conference includes founder-focused discussions, investor meetings, startup presentations, and opportunities to connect with venture capital firms.
The main conference runs from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on November 18 and 19. Additional activities include Investor Day and Day 0 for Founders on November 17, followed by the official Slush Afterparty on November 19.
Slush 2026 is intended for startup founders seeking investment and growth opportunities, investors discovering emerging companies, and technology professionals interested in the international startup ecosystem.
Highlights
- 12,000+ startup founders, investors, and technology professionals
- 200+ speakers from the global startup ecosystem
- 25,000+ meetings connecting founders and investors
- 600+ side events throughout Slush Week
- One-on-one meetings with venture capital investors
- Startup fundraising and investment opportunities
- Keynote presentations and founder-focused discussions
- Networking opportunities across AI, SaaS, fintech, and deeptech
- Dedicated Investor Day and Day 0 for Founders
- Official Slush Afterparty on November 19
Schedule at a Glance
Investor Day
Investor-focused discussions, roundtables, and networking at Finlandia Hall.
Day 0 for Founders
Founder-focused activities and networking before the main conference.
Doors Open
Attendee entry and access to the main event venue.
Slush 2026 Opening Show
Official opening of the conference.
Day 1 Ends
Main event doors close.
Official Afterworks
Evening networking at Jackie Bar.
Doors Open
Second day of Slush 2026 begins.
Stage Program Begins
Conference presentations and stage sessions begin.
Slush Afterparty
Official afterparty begins at the main event venue.
Afterparty Ends
Official conclusion of the Slush 2026 afterparty.
