Venture Capital Forum 2026

THE PATH FORWARD
UNDERSTANDING PERFORMANCE AND NAVIGATING OPPORTUNITIES IN EUROPEAN VC

In a volatile and unpredictable world, European VC is being buffeted by uncontrollable global forces, while at the same time facing unique opportunities in an evolving European landscape. The continent’s VC market remains structurally undercapitalised versus US, the exit environment is constrained, and fundraising remains challenging. However, there is also accelerating political will to drive more private capital into start-ups, fuelling European innovation, competitiveness and self-reliance.

Invest Europe’s Venture Capital Forum 2026 will take place in Amsterdam on October 14-15 and will take a deep dive into the issues shaping Europe’s VC ecosystem. The agenda centres on the latest industry data and first-hand practitioner experiences to provide practical and actionable insights for delegates. It will offer an allocator-first perspective, illuminating investor-led considerations that are shaping relationships and discussions between GPs and LPs. Our closed-door format will ensure candid and open debate.

The programme explores key topics around performance, allocations and opportunities in European VC, including:
• Overview of activity, opportunities and challenges in European VC
• Where to invest across investment stages and sectors for outperformance
• The impact of evolving GP remits, skill sets and offerings on start-ups and LPs
• The real source of exits and liquidity for investors

We will also be investigating investor allocation approaches to VC and the role of public capital in European funds, alongside data and analysis from the European Investment Fund. Our agenda reprises last year’s highly successful Single Family Office Roundtable on 14 October, as well as sector-specific roundtables for in-depth exploration of opportunities in European innovation.

Invest Europe’s Venture Capital Forum 2026 is a must-attend event in the European VC calendar. Featuring high-profile speakers and leaders from across Europe’s VC community, the conference will connect LPs and GPs via debate and quality networking opportunities. It will arm delegates with a clearer understanding of VC returns and investor priorities, as well as concrete strategies to deliver performance in this evolving and unmissable asset class.

Browse the agenda and get in touch to join us at Venture Capital Forum 2026 in Amsterdam.