Bits & Pretzels Europe’s leading founders festival at Munich

 Mon, 28 Sep – Wed, 30 Sep, 2026

Website

www.bitsandpretzels.com/

About the Event

Bits & Pretzels 2026 is one of Europe’s most influential startup festivals, held annually in Munich. It brings together thousands of founders, investors, and industry leaders to connect, learn, and grow within a high-energy entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The event is known for combining top-tier conference sessions with real networking opportunities, making it more than just a typical tech event. Over three days, attendees gain insights from global experts, participate in meaningful discussions, and build valuable business relationships.

Why Attend?

• Connect with top founders & global investors
• Discover new business opportunities
• Learn from industry leaders
• Build partnerships that matter

What to Expect

✔️ 2 days of conference with expert speakers & masterclasses
✔️ 500+ speakers & 10+ stages of insights
✔️ 21,000+ startup–investor meetings
✔️ Startup exhibition & pitch competition
✔️ 3rd day networking at the iconic Oktoberfest

🎟️ Ticket Pricing & Details

Startup Ticket (1–10 Employees)

€399 (Early Price) | €499 (excl. VAT)
Limited-time pricing

Eligibility:
✔️ Founded between 2016–2026
✔️ Scalable business model
✔️ Team size: 1–10 employees

Includes:
✔️ 3-day full event access
✔️ Networking with 7,500+ attendees
✔️ Access to 2,000+ Business Angels & VCs
✔️ Matchmaking tools
✔️ After Party (Day 1) 🎉
✔️ Oktoberfest networking (Day 3) 🍻
✔️ Free food & drinks (Day 1 & 2)

Scaleup Ticket (11–300 Employees)

 €499 (Early Price) | €999 (excl. VAT)

Eligibility:
✔️ Founded between 2016–2026
✔️ Scalable business model
✔️ Team size: 11–300 employees

Includes:
✔️ 3-day event access
✔️ Matchmaking & networking
✔️ Investor access (2,000+ VCs & Angels)
✔️ After Party (Day 1)
✔️ Oktoberfest experience (Day 3)
✔️ Free food & drinks (Day 1)

Investor Ticket

💰 €999 (Early Price) | €1999 (excl. VAT)

Eligibility:
✔️ VCs, Private Equity, Accelerators, Incubators
✔️ Business Angels

Includes:
✔️ Full 3-day access + Investor Stage
✔️ Investor Lounge access
✔️ Meet 1,500+ VCs & 300+ LPs
✔️ Matchmaking with attendees
✔️ After Party (Day 1)
✔️ Oktoberfest networking (Day 3)
✔️ Free food & drinks (Day 1 & 2)

Business Ticket (Corporate / Agency / Others)

💰 €999 (Early Price) | €1999 (excl. VAT)

Eligibility:
✔️ Corporates, consultancies, agencies, law firms
✔️ Anyone outside startup/investor categories

Includes:
✔️ 3-day full access
✔️ Networking & matchmaking tools
✔️ Access to investors
✔️ After Party (Day 1)
✔️ Oktoberfest (Day 3)
✔️ Free food & drinks (Day 1 & 2)

🎟️ How to Book Tickets in Bits & Pretzels?

1️⃣ Visit the official website of Bits & Pretzels

2️⃣ Click on “Get Ticket” / “Apply for Ticket”

3️⃣ Choose your category

4️⃣ Fill in your details:

5️⃣ Submit your application

6️⃣ Wait for approval (usually within 1 business day)

7️⃣ Once approved, complete the payment to confirm your ticket

Services & Benefits

Conference & Learning

1. Access to 3-day conference with expert speakers
2. Multiple stages with startup, tech & business insights
3. Masterclasses and panel discussions

Networking Opportunities

• Connect with 7,500+ founders, investors & leaders
• Smart matchmaking tools for 1:1 meetings
• Meet 2,000+ Business Angels & VCs

Business Growth

✔️ Discover funding opportunities
✔️ Build partnerships & collaborations
✔️ Showcase your startup or services

Exclusive Experiences

1. Official After Party (Day 1)
2. Unique networking at Oktoberfest (Day 3)
3. Table Captain meetings with industry leaders

Comfort & Perks

• Free food & drinks (selected days)
• Access to all networking areas
• Premium event experience in Munich

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