German Events NYC

German Founder Events

Connect with founders and entrepreneurs in New York's German-speaking community through events about starting, funding and growing a business. This guide brings together startup pitch nights, founder networking and entrepreneurship programs, from startups to creative practices, with a German, Austrian or Swiss connection.

Selected business opportunities and science and innovation forums for founders and professionals are also included. Find opportunities to meet founders, hear startup pitches, get investor feedback and learn how other entrepreneurs build their businesses. Check each listing and its official organizer page for the audience, registration requirements and venue.

Upcoming events

  1. Artwork for STEP USA University Pitch Night — November 2026

    STEP USA University Pitch Night — November 2026

    · German House

    German startups pitch to prospective customers and partners and receive venture-capital investor feedback at German House. RSVP required.

    Official source

  2. Starthaus Bremen artwork for the December 2026 STEP USA delegation

    STEP USA Pitch Night December 2026

    · Civic Hall 7th Floor Loft Space 124 East 14th Street New York, NY 10003

    German founders expanding to the U.S. pitch their startups and receive investor feedback at STEP USA’s New York pitch night. RSVP required; venue to be confirmed.

    Official source