Startup events in Paris

24 upcoming startup events in Paris: 8 mixers, 8 pitch nights, 6 summits. Next: AI Startup Pitch & Investor Networking I Paris (27 Oct 2026). Dates,…

The scene right now

Paris has 22 upcoming startup events on the calendar, all of which take place entirely in person with zero online options. Mixers represent the largest share of activity with 11 gatherings scheduled. Founders will also find 5 pitch nights to test their decks, alongside 3 conferences and 3 summits. Over half of the city's programming is free to attend, with 13 complimentary events available for early-stage builders looking to connect across the local ecosystem.

Recurring series

The upcoming calendar leans heavily on standalone sessions and annual industry gatherings rather than multi-date recurring series. Notable milestones include Tech Show Paris hosting its 10th edition on November 18, 2026, and the Equitynder 7 pitch night on November 26, 2026. Pitch'Invest Santé also appears in the autumn rotation on November 3, 2026, while other options remain distinct single-date sessions spread across Paris.

Who runs the events

Superconnectors leads the local scene, organizing 6 upcoming gatherings. They are followed closely by fractl -web3's largest investor network, which hosts 5 events. Community organizer Startup Valley maintains an upcoming presence, alongside dedicated outfits such as VC Ready and RAISE Summit. Major institutional and industry entities also drive key programming, including VivaTech and the Ministères de la Transition écologique, de l'Aménagement du territoire, des Transports et de la Ville et du Logement.

Busiest months

Activity peaks in November 2026, which hosts 10 events and serves as the busiest period for networking and pitching. Autumn remains strong overall, starting with 5 events in October 2026 and maintaining that volume with 5 sessions in December 2026. After the winter, programming slows down significantly toward the following year, with just single events scheduled for June 2027 and July 2027.

Event types in Paris

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Upcoming events

Frequently asked

How many startup pitch nights are coming up in Paris?
There are 5 pitch nights scheduled across the calendar.
Are startup events in Paris free to attend?
Out of 22 total events, 13 are completely free to attend.
Are there any virtual or hybrid startup events available?
No, all 22 scheduled events are strictly in person, with zero online sessions.
Which local venues are hosting upcoming gatherings?
Events in the metro area are taking place at locations such as Station F and the Palais des Congrès de Paris.

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