Host Your Own Side Event
Scandinavia's Leading Business & Innovation Event is Back!
– Lead the Conversation at Techarena – Scandinavia’s Biggest Business and Tech Event
Thousands of founders, executives, and policymakers across the Nordics and Europe gather in Stockholm on February 11–12, 2026, for Techarena.
Each year, there are hundreds of side events both inside and outside the arena. By hosting a side event, you become part of the official Techarena program while curating an exclusive experience and a direct channel to the participants.
WHY HOST A SIDE EVENT?
Create Deeper Connections
By hosting a side event, you gain the opportunity to connect with the Techarena audience in a more focused and personal setting while benefiting from the energy, international presence, and visibility generated by Techarena 2026
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You define the format.
Techarena provides the platform and visibility.
Two Ways to Host a Side Event
On-site: Host at Strawberry Arena
– Maximum visibility and direct access to the core audience.
- Location: Strawberry Arena
- Dates: February 11–12, during the main event 08.30–18.00
- Price: €5,000
Why host on-site?
- Prime Location: Host your event directly inside the Techarena venue, close to the main stages and exhibitions.
- Concierge Setup: A dedicated room (up to 120 guests) with full AV/technical setup and two person support staff.
- Official Listing: Featured placement in the Official Techarena Side Event Agenda.
- High Traffic: Exposure to thousands of on-site attendees, partners, and speakers.
- Exclusive private lounge at the Arena, fully furnished and ready
- Send invitiations and notifications to your target group via our event-app
- Social Media boost of your side event
- Catering add-ons available
Off-Site: During Techarena Week
– Freedom to design your own experience at your own venue.
- Location: Your own venue in Stockholm
- Dates:
February 9–10 (pre-event)
February 11–12, (after 17:00)
February 13 (post-event) - Cost: Free of charge (you pay for your own venue and organizing costs)
Why host off-site?
- Creative Freedom: Full control over your event format, guest list, and venue.
- Official Visibility: Listing in the Official Techarena Side Event Agenda.
- Community Focus: Ideal for curated gatherings, private dinners, or ecosystem meetups.
Who can host?
Side events are open to:
- Corporations and Enteprises
- Saleups & startups
- Investors & VC funds
- Community Organizations, & ecosystems
- Academic Institutions
Review and approval process:
All side event applications are reviewed by the Techarena team to ensure relevance, quality, and alignment with the Techarena audience before being accepted and published.
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