Bits & Pretzels 2026

Bits & Pretzels is a three-day festival in Munich that brings together 5,000 founders, investors, and industry leaders from around the world. The event serves as a high-energy platform for the startup ecosystem, blending high-level business insights with a unique cultural atmosphere.

The core of the experience:

• Inspirational Keynotes: The stages feature a mix of international icons, tech pioneers, and world-renowned entrepreneurs sharing their personal scaling stories and market visions.
• Targeted Matchmaking: Dedicated areas and formats facilitate direct connections between early-stage startups and global venture capital firms.
• The Table Captain Concept: A signature element of the event where networking moves from the conference hall to the Oktoberfest, allowing for authentic, deep-dive conversations in a relaxed setting.

The festival acts as a catalyst for the European startup scene, focusing on community building, meaningful deal-making, and the celebration of entrepreneurial spirit.