Get inspired: Startup Nights for Startup Enthusiasts
Explore the event, connect casually, and soak in the startup vibes.
what to expect
Benefits for you as a Startup Enthusiast
Startup exhibition
Explore the world of startups
Walk through the buzzing Startup World, meet founders at their booths, and dive into ideas shaping the future.
Ask questions, see demos, and get curious. This is where innovation meets the public.
workshops
Learn startup tools
Join the same hands-on workshops built for founders. They are designed to give you practical skills and insider know-how. Whether you’re in a corporate job or just curious, you’ll learn real tools, from marketing to legal hacks, straight from the startup trenches.
keynotes & panels
Get inspired to start
Hear raw and honest stories from serial founders, unicorn builders, and investors. Our Main Stage gives you access to big minds who’ll make you want to finally launch that idea you’ve been sitting on.
Curious who’s on stage? Check out our speaker line-up below.
network
Meet awesome people
You don’t need a pitch to network. Grab a drink, join a conversation, and leave with new friends, ideas, or maybe even your future co-founder.
At Startup Nights, connections happen naturally, from casual chats to game-changing encounters that can shape your journey.
Just ask Nicholas and Arshya, who met by chance at Startup Nights and went on to build a thriving company together.
Launch Control presents
Co-Founder Matchmaking
Successful startups need strong teams. At our Co-Founder Matchmaking, we connect innovative founders with committed individuals!
Do you have a startup idea but lack a co-founder who completes your team? Or would you like to be part of an innovative project but don’t know where to start?
Then you’ve come to the right place: After quick 1-minute pitches, we move straight into speed networking. This allows you to quickly find out which startup suits you best. And maybe your next big adventure as a co-founder begins here!
- Friday 7 November
- 14:30 - 16:00
- Startup Nights
Tickets
Choose the ticket that fits you
We offer two “Startup Enthusiast” ticket categories so you can choose the experience that suits your goals.
The standard ticket gives you access to both event days, including free food and drinks.
With the Startup Enthusiast Plus ticket, you get all that plus access to all of our workshops and the Matchmaking Platform to connect with startups, investors, and experts.
Startup Enthusiast
Explore the event, connect casually and soak in the startup vibes.
Startup Enthusiast Plus
Network smarter with our matchmaking platform and join our hands-on workshops.
Voices from the Community
Hear from those who lived it!
- "Great vibe, great people! I made valuable connections I wouldn’t have made anywhere else."
- "Keep the format as it is – informal, dynamic and full of stimulating talks."
- "Loved it! Looking forward to see you this year."
- "Awesome event, happy to attend also in 2025!"
- "The price-to-value ratio is amazing!”
Tickets Pricing
Startup Enthusiast Tickets
Choose the ticket that fits your goals.
FAQs
Here’s everything you need to know to plan your Startup Nights experience.
When and where does the event take place?
Date: 6-7 November 2025
Location: Eulachhallen Winterthur, Wartstrasse 73, 8400 Winterthur, Switzerland
What are opening hours?
Opening hours for visitors: Day 1 from 1pm to 10.30pm and Day 2, from 1pm to 10pm.
How do I get to the venue?
Nearby train station: Winterthur, walk 10-15 minutes
Nearby airport: Zurich (ZRH)
Parking: The number of parking spaces in front of the Eulachhallen is very limited. Exhibitors with a booth are each provided with one parking space. Cost: CHF 10 for two days of parking
Who can attend?
Startup Nights is for everyone who’s passionate about innovation.
Whether you’re a curious student, a first-time founder or already scaling your startup – this is your place. Investors, corporates, partners and startup enthusiasts: all are welcome. Be part of Switzerland’s largest startup community and connect with like-minded people.
What’s included in the ticket price?
Every ticket gives you access to both event days – plus free food and drinks throughout.
Startup Enthusiast Plus, Founder, and Investor tickets also include access to our matchmaking platform and expert-led workshops.
How does the matchmaking platform work?
All participants are on the app. You can easily filter and find the people you want to meet. Send a 1:1 meeting request, and the platform matches your calendars automatically. Once confirmed, you will get a 15-minute time slot and a table assigned.