Under the guidance and strategic vision of the University of Bologna, Startup Day celebrated the success of its twelfth edition. The initiative, born and raised thanks to the constant commitment of Alma Mater Studiorum, further expanded its horizons by landing within the prestigious international framework of WMF - We Make Future 2026 at BolognaFiere. The event confirmed its role as the true beating heart of the regional innovation ecosystem, bringing together all the main players of research, academia, and tomorrow's business in a single, extraordinary day.
Always aimed at promoting university student excellence and entrepreneurship, Startup Day 2026 put the innovative mindset at the center, demonstrating how scientific intuition can transform into real value for society. In this cutting-edge global context, driven by the expertise of our University, high-potential teams and business ideas were presented, focusing on crucial challenges: from the ecological transition to deep-tech ventures, spanning cultural and creative industries to health services and life sciences.
Do you want to be a key player in the future and are driven by curiosity and thirst for knowledge
Do you need stimulation and opportunities to develop your idea
Do you want to make networking the lever to grow your startup
Do you want to find the right innovative enterprise for your investment
For its 12th anniversary, Startup Day moves to the BolognaFiere exhibition center, joining the prestigious WMF - We Make Future. This international venue is where the academic ecosystem meets global tech and digital leaders for an unprecedented synergy.
BolognaFiere is easily accessible via public transport (dedicated bus lines from the Central Station) and offers extensive parking. For those arriving by car, we recommend using the official fairground parking lots located near the "Nord" and "Michelino" entrances.
