Upstream Festival 2023

Upstream is the annual festival that connects international changemakers who drive the transition to a digital, carbon-neutral, circular and inclusive new economy.

Entrepreneurs, investors and bold corporates are invited to share, connect and create meaningful innovations for sustainable growth.

This year, the event will take place from 23-25 May 2023 at Poppodium Annabel, a dynamic venue in the heart of Rotterdam. In cooperation with the cities of Delft, Zoetermeer, and Schiedam, a total of more than 40 independently organized city events are planned.

There will be a range of activities and events offered, varying from keynote speeches and panel discussions to workshops, hackathons and networking events.

In three days, startups, scale-ups, innovative SMEs and students can explore the latest innovations, attend city events, build new connections and learn from the leading experts and thinkers in the field.