Powering Innovation in Digital Infrastructure
19-20 October 2026
RAI, Amsterdam
Location: TBC
Date: Evening of 18th October
Get ready for the opening of TechEX Europe 2026 with our exclusive welcoming party!
The welcoming party gives attendees the opportunity to meet fellow professionals, potential partners and existing connections ahead of the main event – making it easier to start conversations and build relationships from day one.
A relaxed setting to exchange ideas, make introductions and get to know the people you’ll be meeting across the next two days.
Note: Access is limited to Gold Pass holders, Sponsors, Exhibitors, Speakers, and Press members.
Location: Exhibition Floor
Date: Evening of Day 1, 19th October (5PM-6PM)
Join us in the beer garden for relaxed, informal networking and conversations with fellow industry professionals.
The official TechEx Europe networking drinks gives attendees the opportunity to build new connections, strengthen existing relationships and continue conversations from the event in a more informal setting.
This exclusive gathering provides a relaxed setting for attendees to share insights from the day and engage with both new and existing business partners.
Note: Access is limited to Gold Pass holders, Sponsors, Exhibitors, Speakers, and Press members.
Location: The primary meeting and boarding point for the SUPPER Cruise is De Ruijterkade, Pier 14. The pier is located directly behind Amsterdam Central Station, on the riverfront side (the IJ river).
Date: Evening of Day 1, 19th October (7PM-10PM)
Selected VIP attendees are invited to continue the evening aboard the SUPPER Cruise in Amsterdam, bringing together senior technology professionals for an informal evening of drinks, entertainment and networking on the water.
You will find indoor and outdoor spaces for both networking and a more relaxed party atmosphere. Take a sneak peek at what’s in store: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6S8c_qFPqE&t=10s
Note: Access is limited to selected attendees only.
For 2026, we’ve introduced upgraded networking experiences designed to bring our audiences together in relaxed settings away from the main show floor.
For 2026, we’ve introduced enhanced networking formats designed to help attendees and exhibitors:
Our expanded Meetups programme brings industry communities together onsite for targeted, high-value engagement. Sessions include:
These sessions offer an ideal platform for associations, user groups and professional networks looking to deepen engagement and grow their communities within a highly relevant environment.
The Startup Zone provides a dedicated platform for emerging tech companies to showcase their solutions to enterprise decision-makers, partners, and investors.
Uncover early-stage companies and disruptive solutions that are making waves across the technology eco-system and meet the entrepreneurs leading these enterprises.
Introducing the Learning Hub — an interactive environment created in partnership with leading associations to deliver deeper, practical learning.
Located on the exhibition floor, the Learning Hub features:
Your Gold Ticket also grants you access to our official AI-powered mobile and desktop app, which is set to launch approximately two weeks before the event. Once logged in, you can use the app as the perfect tool to connect and network with fellow attendees, sponsors, speakers, and exhibitors.
Promote yourself and your company presence online with an optimised profile.
Powered by AI, our desktop & mobile app provides you with a unique set of digital content and personalised recommendations by company name, sector, company size and more!
Create your own tailored meeting schedule alongside conference sessions and prove your event ROI with 1-2-1 meetings.
Explore the event’s co-located exhibition hall floorplan consisting of a huge variety of exhibitors who will showcase their products and services
Our expanded Meetups programme brings industry communities together onsite for targeted, high-value engagement. Sessions include:
These sessions offer an ideal platform for associations, user groups and professional networks looking to deepen engagement and grow their communities within a highly relevant environment.
The Startup Zone provides a dedicated platform for emerging tech companies to showcase their solutions to enterprise decision-makers, partners, and investors.
Uncover early-stage companies and disruptive solutions that are making waves across the technology eco-system and meet the entrepreneurs leading these enterprises.
Introducing the Learning Hub — an interactive environment created in partnership with leading associations to deliver deeper, practical learning.
Located on the exhibition floor, the Learning Hub features:
Get meaningful connections and lessons, talk with experts, meet your peers, and turn insight into action.