Updates

Check out the latest news about Upstream Festival.

April 30, 2025

Day One at Upstream: This is where momentum happens

Explore what’s happening on Day One at Upstream Festival 2025 – from founder pitches and expert roundtables to investor matchmaking and our expanded venue at Annabel. This is where startup momentum kicks off.

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April 23, 2025

Innovation without borders: Join the international delegation at Upstream 202

A curated two-day programme for international ecosystem leaders at Upstream 2025 – connect with peers, explore Rotterdam’s startup engine, and dive into the festival from the inside out.

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April 16, 2025

How do you pitch an Impact Startup?

How do you pitch a startup that’s solving real-world problems? Impact founder and pitch coach David Beckett shares what works, what flops, and why your mindset, audience, and story matter more than your slide deck.

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April 9, 2025

How to make the most of Upstream Festival 2025 (for founders)

A practical guide for founders to make the most of Upstream Festival – covering networking tips, pitch prep, and how to turn connections into real opportunities.

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March 21, 2025

Upstream Festival 2025: everything startups and scale-ups need to grow

The community-led startup event with 50+ exhibitors, 35+ main events, 30+ side events and many renowned speakers.

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March 6, 2025

Why attend Upstream Festival 2025?

Discover the key benefits of attending Upstream Festival 2025 - whether you're a startup, investor, corporate, or ecosystem builder. Learn how Upstream helps you connect, grow, and create opportunities.

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February 11, 2025

Volunteer at Upstream Festival 2025

Do you want to volunteer to contribute to the success of this year's edition of Upstream Festival?

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February 7, 2025

24 Game-Changing European Startup Events You Can’t Afford to Miss

Looking to scale your startup, connect with top investors, or discover the latest innovations? We've rounded up 24 unmissable European startup events where founders, investors, and innovators come together to shape the future.

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January 21, 2025

Navigating the Horizon: What will 2025 bring for Europe’s startup ecosystem?

In an era defined by relentless innovation and pressing global challenges, the European startup ecosystem stands at a critical juncture.

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