April 17th–19th 2026, Startup Weekend Oulu event brought together innovative ideas and creative teams to Business Corner Linnanmaa. 45 participants, 18 ideas pitched on Friday and 9 teams formed. A huge thank you to everyone involved and congratulations to the TOP 3 teams!

1st place – Digital Independence. Solution for keeping your data independent from the US restrictions.

2nd place – Sublet. Platform for short-term apartment subletting especially for students.

3rd place – SortIQ. Gamified app that makes recycling easier.

The photos from the weekend will be up soon on Startup Weekend Oulu’s website.

📅 23.4. – Startup Express Demo Day (Technopolis City Center)
Startup Express Spring 2026 cohort will unveil their projects, showcasing their insights, growth, and milestones. Each pitch will be followed by constructive feedback, offering actionable steps to propel their ventures forward. Thinking about joining our next Startup Express program? Gain firsthand insights and inspiration for your own journey! Next batch begins September 2026. More details.

📅 5.5. World’s Biggest Virtual Company Visit (Creative Industries) and Workshop (Reykjavik, Technopolis City Center)
Watch party for the World's biggest Virtual Company Visit and Working Life Skills Workshop. Register here.

📅 7.5. – Startup Express Fest (RioLive, Hallituskatu 11, Oulu)
Startup entrepreneur, join us to reconnect with networks, celebrate, and hear fresh insights to fuel your next steps. Keynotes from Ozan Sönmez (Investor and mentor) and Maximillian LeRoux (Winner of Polar Bear Pitching 2025). This is the perfect opportunity to meet the community and get inspired. Read more and register.

📅 12.5. – Cofounder Corner (Business Corner)
Cofounder Corner is a relaxed meet-up to find potential team-mates and fellow entrepreneurs. Come have a cup of coffee and network with us! Register here.

📅 18.5. – Startup Mastermind Club (Startup Station, Technopolis City Center)
The Startup Mastermind Club is a peer-support network for startup teams and founders that have started their journey. Here you can pitch your startup and discuss your current challenges, gain insights from BusinessOulu experts, and take part in collective problem-solving with peers. Register here.

📅 28.5. – Midnight Shine (Maikkulan Kartano)
As winter fades and the Nordic summer begins to glow, Midnight Shine returns! An exclusive evening where startups and investors come together under the light of the midnight sun. Read more and register here.