Swiss Startup Days 2027 (Bern)

Event

Swiss Startup Days 2027 (Bern)

Switzerland's leading startup and deep-tech networking event, held annually at the Kursaal in Bern. It brings founders, investors, corporates and ecosystem enablers together for keynotes, startup pitches, an exhibition area and 1:1 matchmaking.

At a glance

Dates
May 27, 2027
Where
Kursaal Bern
Price
Paid delegate ticket; tiered passes (founder/investor/visitor). Early-bird discounts via the official site.
Official link
startupdays.ch

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What to expect

  • 125+ speakers across 40+ sessions on the Swiss innovation ecosystem
  • Startup pitch competitions and a curated exhibition zone
  • 1:1 matchmaking platform connecting founders, investors and corporates
The Bundesplatz water-jet fountains spraying in front of the Bundeshaus (Federal Palace) in Bern
Many of Bern's events fill Bundesplatz and the squares of the Old Town.Photo: Christian Michel · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Planning tips

  • Held at the Kursaal, a short walk or tram ride from Bern's main station and old town
  • Book the delegate pass early for the matchmaking slots, which fill quickly
  • Combine the day with a stroll along the Aare and the UNESCO old town

Build a day around it

Treat the event as one clean block in your schedule, not the entire day. The best Bern days usually have one anchor (this event), one food moment, and one calm walk — with buffer so nothing feels rushed.

  • If you have 2–3 hours: arrive a little early → event → short walk to decompress.
  • If you’re making a full day: pair it with one neighborhood loop and one “sunset” stop.
  • If the weather turns: keep walking minimal and use cafés/museums as your buffer.
A covered sandstone arcade (Lauben) walkway in Bern's Old Town
Others spill along the covered arcades and riverside lanes.Photo: Geri340 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Before you go

  • Confirm the details: check the official link for last-minute schedule or venue updates.
  • Arrive with buffer: 15–30 minutes early usually makes the whole experience calmer.
  • Have a weather plan: keep one indoor “warm stop” in mind in case the day turns.