On Monday, 18 May 2026, the European Outdoor Week in Riva del Garda will host a dedicated Startup & Innovation Day as part of the initiative Innovation for Outdoors. The afternoon brings together startups, investors, corporate innovation leaders, and outdoor enthusiasts for a compact, high-energy program focused on the future of the outdoor industry.
The Innovation Day is open to all European Outdoor Week visitors, including investors, corporate
representatives, retailers, media, startups, and anyone interested in the next generation of
outdoor innovation.
Whether you are scouting new technologies, looking for partnerships, or simply curious about the future of the industry, Innovation for Outdoor offers a focused platform to discover what’s next.
Organized in partnership with the European Outdoor Group, MagNet, and SKInnovation, the event creates a curated space where emerging outdoor ventures meet decision-makers and ecosystem players from across Europe.
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The Innovation Day is open to all European Outdoor Week
visitors, including investors, corporate representatives, retailers,
media, startups, and anyone interested in the next generation
of outdoor innovation.
Whether you are scouting new technologies, looking for
partnerships, or simply curious about the future of the industry,
Innovation for Outdoors offers a focussed platform to discover
what’s next.
Find helpful answers about schedules, registration, and making the most of your festival experience.
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