Bits & Pretzels Founders Festival 2025

The Bits & Pretzels Founders Festival 2025 is a prominent event in Europe for entrepreneurs, investors, and startup leaders. Taking place in Munich alongside Oktoberfest, this three-day gathering features renowned speakers, valuable networking opportunities, and a distinctive cultural experience.

More than 7,500 participants, ranging from early-stage founders to global venture capitalists and corporate leaders, will come together to share ideas, form partnerships, and foster business growth in a unique environment.

Distinctive Aspects of Bits & Pretzels

The festival is divided into two unique experiences over three days:

Conference – Days 1 and 2

The initial two days feature a carefully curated agenda of keynote speeches, panel discussions, and startup presentations. Participants can engage in focused networking sessions, industry-specific gatherings, and arranged one-on-one meetings between founders and investors.

• Attendance is capped at 7,500 participants
• Over 21,000 meetings between founders and investors facilitated
• Startups involved raised over €3.6B following the 2023 event
• More than €390B in assets under management represented

Oktoberfest – Day 3

The final day occurs at the renowned Oktoberfest grounds, providing a unique networking opportunity. Numerous startup professionals will gather in reserved festival tents, guided by 250 expert Table Captains who help foster meaningful connections in a casual and social environment.

• 7,500 startup attendees experience Oktoberfest together
• Table sessions with selected mentors and experts
• Options to schedule up to two sessions with preferred Table Captains
• Exceptional networking in a festive setting

Target Audience

• Founders of early-stage and growth-stage startups
• Angel investors and venture capitalists
• Corporate innovation teams and industry leaders
• Supporters of the startup ecosystem, including service providers

Reasons to Attend This Festival

Bits & Pretzels provides more than just access to speakers and sessions. It serves as a practical platform to expedite partnerships, secure funding, and develop genuine relationships with global tech leaders. In just three days, attendees can achieve what typically requires months of meetings, calls, and travel.

Reserve Your Place

Tickets for the Bits & Pretzels Founders Festival are limited and in high demand. Early registration is recommended to ensure your participation in one of Europe’s most significant startup events.