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About This Conference
Web Summit: The World's Largest Tech Conference
Web Summit draws 70,000+ attendees to Lisbon each November, making it one of the largest technology conferences on the planet. Founded by Paddy Cosgrave in 2009, the event has grown from a small Dublin gathering into a global phenomenon spanning the Altice Arena and FIL Exhibition Centre. The scale attracts a unique mix of startup founders, Fortune 500 executives, heads of state, and international media.
Speakers and the Centre Stage Experience
Web Summit's Centre Stage hosts keynotes from some of the most prominent names in technology — CEOs of major tech companies, managing partners of top VC firms, and high-profile public figures. Past speakers have included leaders from Google, Microsoft, Stripe, and Sequoia Capital. Beyond Centre Stage, 20+ content stages run simultaneously, covering AI, SaaS, fintech, healthtech, climate tech, and the creator economy.
Startup Programs: ALPHA and BETA
Web Summit offers structured programs for startups at different stages. ALPHA is designed for early-stage startups (pre-Series A), providing an exhibition booth, investor meeting access, and media exposure at a fraction of the regular ticket price. BETA targets growth-stage startups with larger booths and premium networking. The PITCH competition gives selected founders a Centre Stage slot to present to thousands of investors and attendees.
Web Summit's Global Editions
Beyond the flagship Lisbon event, Web Summit operates regional conferences including Web Summit Rio in Brazil, Web Summit Qatar in Doha, and Web Summit Vancouver in Canada. Each edition adapts to its regional ecosystem while maintaining the core format of keynotes, startup exhibition, and investor networking. For founders targeting specific geographic markets, these regional editions offer more focused networking opportunities.
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Web Summit is one of the world's largest technology conferences, drawing 70,000+ attendees across founders, investors, Fortune 500 executives, and tech media. Founded by Paddy Cosgrave in 2009, the event covers everything from AI and deep tech to SaaS, fintech, and climate tech. It is ideal for founders seeking global visibility, investors sourcing deal flow, and executives tracking industry trends.
Web Summit's flagship event is held in Lisbon, Portugal, typically in November at the Altice Arena and FIL Exhibition Centre. The conference runs for four days. Web Summit also operates regional editions: Web Summit Rio (Brazil), Web Summit Qatar (Doha), and Web Summit Vancouver (Canada). Check the upcoming events section above for exact dates.
Web Summit ticket prices start from around €850 for general attendee passes when purchased early, scaling up to €2,000+ closer to the event. Startup passes through the ALPHA and BETA programs are available at reduced rates and include an exhibition booth. Investor passes and corporate packages are priced separately. Check the upcoming events section above for current pricing.
Web Summit features 20+ content tracks covering AI and machine learning, SaaS and enterprise software, fintech, healthtech, climate tech, Web3, creator economy, and deep tech. The main Centre Stage hosts keynotes from tech CEOs, policymakers, and public figures. The event also includes a dedicated startup exhibition (ALPHA), investor meetings through the Investor Programme, and the PITCH startup competition.
Web Summit is worth attending for SaaS founders looking for international exposure, especially in European and emerging markets. The startup ALPHA and BETA programs provide affordable access with an exhibition booth, and the Investor Programme facilitates curated meetings with VCs. However, the sheer scale (70,000+ attendees) means networking requires a deliberate strategy. Browse our verified attendee reviews above.
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