Events

We offer you an overview of past and upcoming events organized by the Košice IT Valley cluster and its members.

Deloitte Technology Fast 50 CE

Opportunities

The Deloitte Technology Fast 50 CE 2026 recognises the fastest-growing technology companies in Central Europe. The programme offers international recognition, visibility and new business opportunities for both start-ups and established companies. Companies from various technology sectors, including AI, fintech and cybersecurity, are eligible to apply.

Companies vs. Gen Z: The Battle for Talent

Exclusive data on students’ expectations, benefits and the future of work in the Eastern Slovakia region.

Business Inspiration Mission: Boston & New York (USA)

For members, Opportunities

Košice IT Valley in cooperation with SAPIE is organizing a Business Inspiration Mission to Boston and New York (28 September - 2 October 2026). The program offers inspiration from top innovation ecosystems, visits to MIT or Cornell Tech and networking. For academics, public sector and SMEs.

Košice in the Cloud vol. 8

Education

Time for Vol. 8 of Košice in the Cloud, your local tech community’s meetup that brings together professionals, students, and enthusiasts. Join us for an evening packed with insights, learning, and friendly networking.

Eastern Slovakia Powered by Digital Age

Partner events

The event Eastern Slovakia Powered by Digital Age will take place on 24 March 2026 from 9:00 to 12:00 at KONGRES Hotel Roca in Košice.

From Idea to Impact: Building with AI

Education

How can an idea turn into real impact? And what role can artificial intelligence play in that process?

Zborovňa 4 – conference for STEM educators

Conference

The conference for STEM educators will take place on 19 February 2026 at UVP Technicom Košice (9:00-15:30). The free event will offer a keynote on AI and innovation in education as well as practical workshops usable directly in teaching.

UX / PIVO #17

Local communities

UX / Košice invites you to a traditional community meeting full of inspiring lectures and networking. Together with experts we will look at how accessibility in UX works in real practice. The event is for everyone who works or studies in the field of UX design, wants to learn more, meet new people and make contacts. Entrance: free / Fabrik Space

DataDay 6

Education

DataDay 6 is an educational event for high school students focused on data science, artificial intelligence and technology. It will offer lectures, workshops and interactive activities. The event is organized by the Institute of Informatics at UPJŠ in cooperation with Košice IT Valley.

Final of the 11th edition of Live IT Projects

Education

The final of the 11th edition of the Live IT Projects will take place on 4 February 2026 in the Aula Maxima TUKE. Student teams will present IT solutions from 65 projects in front of the jury and the public. INVESTECH Skills and international participation are also part of the event.

MedTech Day 2026

Conference

MedTech Day 2026 is a professional conference that connects medicine, technology and innovation. It brings together healthcare professionals, companies, startups, research and the public sector to develop modern healthcare in Eastern Slovakia.

AI & digital security – practical and easy to understand

Education

An interactive workshop for engineering students focused on generative AI and digital security. Participants will learn about AI tools, creative uses of AI, cyber threats and protection in the online space.

ACADEMIC DAYS OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST

Education

An educational event for high school students focused on digital competences, cybersecurity, AI and digital identity. The event is part of the Košice IT Valley at CG St. John the Baptist in Trebišov with the support of AT&T.

Christmas networking

For members

The Košice IT Valley Christmas Party will take place on 4 December 2025 at the Bankov Hotel in Great Gatsby style. Two representatives from each member company are invited. It will also include a fundraiser in support of the Sisters of Congregatio Jesu in Jarovnice. Registration by invitation only.

Startup Awards 2025 Final

The final of Startup Awards Slovakia 2025 (27 November, National Theatre Košice) will bring 9 top startups, investors and a keynote from Uri Levin, founder of Waze and Moovit. The teams will compete for €250,000 from the Seed Starter Fund. Inspiration, networking and energy of the Slovak startup scene in one place.

All in One Cocktail

Partner events

Business Košice invites you to the All in One Cocktail - networking evening on 26 November 2025 at 18:30 in the House of Arts. The event brings together actors from business, public administration and academia in cooperation with CIKE and SASK. On the eve of the Art & Tech Conference and Startup Awards, new connections are being made for the future of Košice.

HPC fórum

Other

V Košiciach sa 20. novembra 2025 začala nová éra výpočtovej techniky. Technická univerzita v Košiciach slávnostne uviedla do prevádzky superpočítač PERUN, ktorého výpočtový výkon, dátové kapacity a energetická efektivita ho radia medzi svetovú špičku.

GRADE UP Conference and Entrepreneurship Night

Conference

The GradeUP conference and Entrepreneurship Night will show how public universities in Slovakia support innovation and startups. The €9 million project aims to make schools more competitive, modernise learning and help students turn ideas into successful businesses.