sTARTUp Day 2025 – Where to go? What to do?

sTARTUp Day is just around the corner, and the end of January promises to be the busiest and most vibrant time in Tartu for startups, investors, and other key players in the ecosystem. This flagship startup event brings together entrepreneurs, innovators, and visionaries to discuss, pitch, and network. If you’re passionate about #deeptech, #spacetech, #healthtech, #biotech, #greentech, #XR, or #AI, be sure to visit our booth or catch us on the go!

Here’s a sneak peek at the key events, keynotes, and seminars we have given a spark or a co-spark to:

 

January 29

Spacetech Ecosystem Meetup

Estonia is celebrating 10 years as a member of the European Space Agency. This milestone event will bring together key players in the spacetech industry, providing an opportunity to refresh or establish new connections with representatives of other space-related organizations in a relaxed atmosphere. The evening will also feature startup pitches, evaluated by a jury of experts.

Time: 17:00-20:00
Location: Humal, Riia tn 4
Register here

 

January 30

Sparkup Incubator 2024 Batch Final Pitching

Witness our research and tech-intensive superstars pitch their groundbreaking ideas!

Time: 10:30-11:30
Location: Pitching Stage (Hall B)

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Keynote: Rocket Science Isn’t Rocket Science Anymore

Speaker: Ted Elvhage, Founding Partner at Expansion Ventures.

Advances in technology have made space exploration more accessible than ever, with reusable rockets, CubeSats, and innovations in 3D printing lowering costs and opening opportunities for startups.

Time: 10:59-11:23
Location: Starlight Stage
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Keynote: What is Deep Tech? A Look Beyond the Buzzword

Speaker: Donnie SC Lygonia, Innovation Strategist & Business Coach at KTH Innovation Stockholm.

This talk will demystify the concept of Deep Tech, clarifying its significance and potential.

Time: 11:47-12:11
Location: Starlight Stage

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Startup Ecosystem Mingle

Join Sparkup Tartu Science Park and Startup Estonia for an evening of connections, ideas, and true startup spirit.

Time: 17:30-20:00
Location: Humal, Riia tn 4
Register here

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XR Mixer

Curious about XR? Get hands-on with VR/AR/MR demos, network, and learn about support programs for innovators.

Time: 18:00-20:00
Location: Delta Centre, Tartu room 1030
Register here

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January 31

Seminar: Localization with AI: Speaking the Language of Your Customers

Speakers: Martin Rebane (Head of AI) and Ida Maria Orula (AI Developer) will explore AI-powered localization and its impact on global communication.

Time: 10:00-10:45
Location: Seminar Room 5

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Keynote: From Egosystem to Ecosystem – How Big Pharma is Opening Its Doors to Startups

Speaker: Ulrika Edvardsson, Senior Director & Managing Director at AstraZeneca BioVentureHub.

Are you an SME in the life science sector, looking to enhance your company’s growth and support through AstraZeneca’s BioVentureHub? If so, this presentation is a must-attend!

Time: 10:30-10:53
Location: Starlight Stage

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Discussion: Business Incubation – Relic of the Past or Continuously Relevant?

Join Sven Lilla at the EIS Deeptech Lounge to discuss the evolving role of business incubation.

Time: 11:40-12:00
Location: Deeptech Lounge (Hall A)

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GreenTech Stage Pitching

Support the Green Accelerator finalists as they pitch their ideas for a sustainable future.

Time: 14:00-15:00
Location: Pitching Stage (Hall B)

Why attend sTARTUp Day?

sTARTUp Day is more than just a conference—it’s a festival of entrepreneurship where groundbreaking ideas are born. With over 3400+ attendees, 150 speakers, and 320+ startups, this event offers unparalleled networking opportunities, inspiring keynotes, and valuable insights from industry leaders.

Make sure to plan your visit and mark your calendar for the exciting events where you can meet us and our partners. We can’t wait to see you there!

Program: https://www.startupday.ee/program
Tickets: https://www.startupday.ee/tickets