What is the event focus?

To bring together founders, investors, and innovators in a highly curated environment focused on startup growth and meaningful networking.

Where and when is the event taking place?

November 19–20, 2025 at Messukeskus, Helsinki, Finland.

Why you should not miss it?

Slush 2025 offers one of the highest densities of founders, investors, and industry operators anywhere in the world. The event combines practical insights, curated meetings, and global visibility into a compact two-day experience designed for real outcomes.

Is there a dress code for the event?

Smart-casual, startup-friendly attire—comfortable yet professional.

What industries does the event cover?

Broad tech verticals including SaaS, AI, fintech, deeptech, biotech, gaming, and climate tech.

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Slush 2025

Name: Slush 2025
Start: 2025-11-19T13:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-11-20T18:00:00+00:00
Location: Messukeskus Helsinki

Slush 2025 gathers founders, investors, and innovators in Helsinki for two days of high-impact networking, insights, and startup growth.

19–20 November 2025 · Wed 1pm – Thu 6pm GMT+2
Messukeskus Helsinki · Helsinki, Finland
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About this event

Slush 2025 is one of the world’s leading startup and tech gatherings, hosted annually in Helsinki. Taking place on November 19–20, 2025, the event brings together founders, investors, and operators in a highly curated environment designed for real startup building. Attendees can expect world-class talks, deep networking, and access to an active global ecosystem.

Key Highlights

Over 20,000 scheduled meetings during the two main event days.
More than 600 side events taking place across Helsinki throughout the week.
A curated audience where nearly 70% are startups or investors, ensuring high relevance.
A fully accessible venue experience at Messukeskus with structured logistics and support.

Who Should Attend?

Startup founders looking for exposure and investor connections
Venture capitalists and angels seeking new early-stage opportunities
Innovation leads, corporate strategists, and ecosystem builders
Technology media, analysts, and content creators
Service providers and scale-ups aiming to expand into Europe

Main Features

Stage Program & Keynotes – Featuring global tech leaders, founders, and operators.
Matchmaking & Investor Meeting Tool – Pre-scheduled 1:1 meetings between founders and investors.
Side Events & Ecosystem Activities – Hundreds of meetups, themed sessions, and partner events across the city.

Slush 2025 was a Finance event that took place 19-20 Nov 2025 at Messukeskus Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland.