Berlin Creative Tech Summit 2026

Conference bringing together Berlin's creative and technology industries to showcase innovations in AI, cybersecurity, immersive technologies, Web3, and digital design.

Under the theme “Hidden Champions of Berlin's Innovation Ecosystem,” the Berlin Creative Tech Summit 2026 highlights the technological strengths and creative potential of the Berlin-Brandenburg region. The annual event, organized by IHK Berlin, Berlin Partner, and visitBerlin, brings together researchers, startups, companies, and innovation networks to exchange ideas and showcase emerging developments.

The summit covers a broad range of technologies and creative industries, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, future communications, gaming and immersive technologies, DLT/Web3, robotics, and intelligent software systems. Digital design, MusicTech, FashionTech, and wearable technologies are also part of the thematic focus.

The program combines short presentations, startup and innovation pitches, and an exhibition featuring developments, research projects, products, and services from the regional ecosystem. Dedicated networking breaks provide opportunities to connect with representatives from science, business, and Berlin's creative technology community.

Date: November 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: IHK Berlin, Main Auditorium, Fasanenstraße 85, 10623 Berlin
Organizers: IHK Berlin, Berlin Partner, visitBerlin
Partners: BEN e.V., medianet berlinbrandenburg, SIBB e.V., XRBB
Audience: Researchers, startups, entrepreneurs, technology companies, creative industry professionals, and innovation networks
Focus: Artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, future communications, gaming, immersive technologies, DLT/Web3, digital design, MusicTech, FashionTech, wearables, robotics, and intelligent software systems
Program: Welcome and network introductions (10:00 AM), Creative Impulses & Pitches (10:15 AM, 12:40 PM, and 2:40 PM), exhibition, lunch, and networking
Networking: Lunch and exhibition from 11:40 AM, coffee and networking from 1:40 PM, closing networking from 3:50 PM
Event theme: Hidden Champions of Berlin's Innovation Ecosystem