Startup events in Lagos

17 upcoming startup events in Lagos: 7 conferences, 5 summits, 4 pitch nights. Next: CANEX Creative Pitch Session 2026 (5 Nov 2026). Dates, venues & RSVP…

The scene right now

Lagos currently has nineteen upcoming startup gatherings on the schedule, entirely composed of in-person gatherings with zero online sessions. Large-format discussions lead the roster, featuring nine conferences and five summits. Founders looking to present their businesses have four pitch nights to consider, alongside a single meetup. Six of the scheduled nineteen gatherings offer free entry, making it straightforward to engage without upfront admission costs.

Recurring series

The current schedule consists primarily of standalone dates, annual gatherings, and specific project sessions rather than established recurring monthly series. Several recurring banners run multi-day sessions, including Nigeria Blockchain and AI Week 2026 across early November dates, alongside national industry conferences. Founders planning ahead will find fixed-date events focused on topics like creative industries, energy technology, micro-enterprises, and electric mobility.

Who runs the events

Activity is driven across an assortment of public agencies, sector platforms, and media groups. CoinNewsExtra and SMEDAN run the most sessions, with two upcoming dates each on the calendar. Other groups staging events include Afreximbank, HBC Business Help, Livespot, Scepters Corporate Media Ltd, Nigeria Blockchain and AI Week, and the Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists Young Professionals. Most organizers focus on a single focused gathering.

Busiest months

Activity peaks dramatically in November 2026, which accounts for thirteen of the nineteen upcoming sessions. Momentum drops entering December 2026 with two scheduled gatherings, followed by another two in February 2027. Early spring rounds out the current timeline with one session in March 2027 and one in April 2027, making November the undisputed center of current activity.

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Frequently asked

How many pitch nights are planned in Lagos?
There are four pitch nights scheduled, including sessions such as the CANEX Creative Pitch Session, Disrupt by ATJ, NAPE-YP EnergyTech Pitch-a-Thon, and OxFounders in Lagos.
Are free events available for founders?
Yes, six of the nineteen upcoming events are free to attend.
Which venues are commonly used?
Landmark Event Centre in Victoria Island and Lagos Oriental Hotel are prominent locations on the schedule.
Are there any virtual or online sessions?
No, all nineteen upcoming gatherings in Lagos are scheduled to take place in person.

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