5 minutes overview of the coolest tech & cultural events in Berlin.
Posts
🧙 FOMO Berlin: 350+ Leaders, Founders & VCs Gather for the 4th UIF this Thusday | 17.03 - 23.03

🧙 FOMO Berlin: 350+ Leaders, Founders & VCs Gather for the 4th UIF this Thusday | 17.03 - 23.03

Weekly newsletter keeping you up to date on the coolest events for tech & culture in Berlin

Cephas from FOMO
March 16, 2026

Hi Berliners,

Sometimes we just need to say yes.Not because everything is perfectly planned. Not because we already know exactly how it will work out. But because we believe in ourselves enough to take the step anyway. This mindset matters more than ever right now.

In Services: The New Software, Sequoia argues that AI could unlock a $1 trillion opportunity as startups move from selling software tools to delivering outcomes.

In a world where building products becomes easier, people, trust and distribution become the real advantage.

That’s exactly where FOMO comes in. By bringing together founders, operators and investors every week through our newsletter and events, we create the network where these opportunities start.

PS: Our fifth column with Gründerszene is out. s👉 Read the column here: “Wann sich Kapstadt für Gründer wirklich lohnt – und wann nicht.”

If you are in Cape Town, join our FOMO Cape Town WhatsApp Group.

And if you’re the type who likes an unfair advantage, plan your event schedule smarter with FOMO Berlin Insider.

📨 Stay subscribed to FOMO247 and keep an eye out for more exciting events and opportunities we’ve got in the works. Trust me, you won’t want to miss what’s coming next! 😉

This is one of the rooms where Europe’s urban transformation debates actually happen. On March 19, the 4th Urban Innovation Forum brings together 350+ founders, investors, operators and policymakers working on the systems cities depend on — from energy and infrastructure to mobility, AI and urban governance.

Leaders from Enpal, Carbon Equity, Extantia, Tesla, GET Fund, Future Energy Ventures, Companisto, Berliner Energie und Wärme, Berliner Stadtwerke and Ecoworks will join Berlin State Secretary Severin Fischer, Prof. Volker Quaschning, Saskia Bruysten, Emanuel Heisenberg and Isabelle Canu, on the stage.

Hosted by Climate Tech Hub, the forum has become a key meeting point during Berlin’s energy and innovation week. As part of our community, you get 20% off tickets for the event on March 19. Use code FOMO_GOES_UIF when booking — seats are limited.

Want to be featured in FOMO Berlin? 💰

FOMO Berlin Sponsoring - Join Qonto, LIQID, Project A, and many more and be the next company to be featured to 12000+ weekly Berlin readers (VC-backed founders, VC, senior operators) - fill out this form.

What did you FOMO last week 📸

FOMO Opportunity Spotlight & Carve Out 🔦 :

Services: The New Software — Sequoia argues the next trillion-dollar companies won’t sell software tools but deliver outcomes. With AI automating tasks, startups will increasingly sell the completed work (e.g. bookkeeping) rather than the software itself.
Founder Associate Program Applications – Atlantic 🚀 | Apply by Mar. 22: Applications are open for the next Founder Associate cohort — a 9-month program working alongside early-stage founders and the investment team. Ideal for exceptional generalists who want to build companies, not just observe.
Lessons of a First-Time Fund Manager — Mario Gabriele shares insights from running his first VC fund: developing conviction, backing founders early and navigating the uncertainty of venture.

Upload your event and reach 12000+ weekly Berlin readers. Or just connect your event with our Lu.ma - Fomo Berlin Calendar.

The FOMO Berlin week 💙 (17.3 - 23.3):

FOMO Top Picks of the Week 🔥

These are the events I would attend if I were in town:

Consumer tech networking party by Solidgate, TRMNL4, Tipalti and Snapchat 🎧🌐 | Wednesday, 8 PM – 12 AM: Exclusive gathering for founders, investors and tech operators to network, discuss growth and payments, and connect over music and cocktails.
Urban Innovation Forum 2026 🏙️ | Thursday, 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM: One of Europe’s leading gatherings on the future of cities returns to CIC Berlin, bringing together 350+ founders, investors, corporates and public sector leaders. FOMO Berlin readers get 20% off tickets with our community link.

All Day Festivals & Conferences ✨

Mar. 1 - Mar. 31: EMOP Berlin 2025 📸 | All Day: Celebrating photography with exhibitions, panels, talks, and 250,000 visitors across Berlin, including the main show at Akademie der Künste.
Mar. 13 – Mar. 29: Heimathafen Neukölln 🎭 | All Day: Theatre, concerts, book launches, slam poetry, interactive shows, and live music including “UPPER INTO THE INDIVIDUAL POSITION,” MUSK ON MARS, MADRE®, Chris Thile, and more across Studio & Hall Berlin.
Mar. 20 – 29: MaerzMusik Festival 2026 🎭 | All Day: International festival with concerts, performances, installations, and talks exploring music, art, and culture in today’s changing world.

Tuesday 17th

SET Tech Festival 2026 ⚡🌍 | 9:30 AM – 7 PM: Global leaders, startups, and investors meet to explore energy innovation, climate tech, mobility solutions, and partnerships driving the transition.
Businettes Apéritif: Female Founders Night 👩‍💼🥂 | 6 – 10 PM: Female founders gather for talks, startup pitches, networking and inspiration, sharing experiences, ideas and support to grow businesses together.
Who Gets to Own the Future? OCC & Marvelous at CODE University 🌐 | 6:30 – 9 PM: Experts discuss democratizing investment, expanding capital access, and how technology, policy, and communities reshape venture capital and private markets.
Designing Transformative Futures 🎨🧠 | 6:30 – 9:30 PM: Designers explore future-oriented thinking through talks, workshops and discussions examining systemic change, uncertainty and new possibilities for transformative design practices.
Heartless Pitches – Vibecoding Edition 🎤 | 7 – 9:30 PM: A fun, high-energy event for makers to pitch their vibecoded products, get real-time user feedback, and receive professional critique

Wednesday 18th

TRANSFORM 2026 Digital Transformation Summit 💻 | 9 AM – 6 PM: Two-day B2B conference exploring digital transformation, innovation, AI, and future business strategies with industry leaders, speakers and networking.
Reaktor Demo Day 2026 🚀 | 11 – 6 PM: Exclusive startup pitches, investor networking, and panels on entrepreneurship, impact, and innovation for Berlin’s tech ecosystem.
Masterclass: Mastering Stress as a Founder 💼🧘| 4 – 5 PM: Founders learn science-based strategies, somatic exercises and leadership insights to understand, manage and transform stress into healthier decision-making.
FutureTalk: News Reloaded 📰🤖 | 6:30 PM: Journalists and media experts discuss how AI, platforms, and changing audiences are reshaping journalism, newsroom practices, and future business models.
Persistence of Vision Exhibition Opening 🎧 | 7 PM: Opening night featuring photography by Peter Hujar and Liz Deschenes, exploring intergenerational dialogue in art with exhibition viewing and DJ set.
Späti Stories x Chapters Book Swap #2 ✨ | 7 – 9:30 PM: Bring a meaningful book, add a personal note, swap stories with readers, and connect over literature, snacks, and drinks.
Consumer tech networking party by Solidgate, TRMNL4, Tipalti and Snapchat 🎧🌐 | 8 PM – 12 AM: Exclusive gathering for founders, investors, and tech operators to network, discuss growth and payments, and connect over music and cocktails.

Thursday 19th

ATworld Cowork & Connect Day 💻 | 9 AM – 4 PM: Community coworking day with breakfast, networking, focused work sessions, and relaxing neck and shoulder reset for productivity and connection.
Urban Innovation Forum 2026 🏙️ | 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM: One of Europe’s leading gatherings on the future of cities returns to CIC Berlin, bringing together 350+ founders, investors, corporates and public sector leaders. FOMO Berlin readers get 20% off tickets with our community link.
German Cloud with STACKIT ☁️ | 11:15 AM – 12 PM: Webinar on sovereign cloud migration, strategy, and practical learnings from the KUNO project with STACKIT experts.
Berlin Product Managers Meetup @ Banxware 💼 | 6:30 – 10 PM: Networking meetup for product managers to share insights, discuss product strategies, and connect with Berlin’s growing tech and startup community.
Hero Founder Series with Marc-Alexander Christ 🚀 | 6 – 11 PM: Fintech founder Marc-Alexander Christ shares insights on building a global payments platform, SumUp, scaling startups, leadership, fundraising, and growth strategies.

FOMO Upcoming Top Events & Opportunities 💯 :

Tue. Mar. 24: Onstage European Tour – Berlin 🤖 | Berlin: An AI founder gathering bringing together builders from across the full stack — from foundational models to agents and applications. Hosted with Merantix, Earlybird, Best Nights VC and Atlantic. For ambitious early-stage AI founders. Apply by Mar. 13, 9 AM CET.
Tue. Mar. 24: Zero to Workflow: Women Automation Build Night ⚙️👩‍💻 | 6 – 10 PM: Hands-on workshop where women learn automation basics, build their first workflow, explore real use cases, and connect with Berlin builders.
Wed. Mar. 25: Webflow Momentum Tour – exclusive Marketing Leaders Dinner 🍽 | 6:30 PM - 9 PM: An exclusive dinner for CMOs, founders, and marketing leaders hosted by Webflow and magier, at Katz Orange. Expect real case studies, high-level conversations, and curated networking.

Friday 20th

Kiez Clean Up at Clärchens Ballhaus 🧹🌿 | 3 PM: Join the community to clean Auguststraße, connect with neighbors, and enjoy waffles and Aperol after making the neighborhood shine.
Between Two and Four – Live Music Talk Show 🎤🎶 | 7 – 10 PM: Live stage show exploring music culture with stories, interviews, quizzes, fan theories, and humorous insights into the industry.

Saturday 21st

La Prima Corsa Social Run 🏃‍♂️🍕| 11:30 AM: Easy 6km social run through Neukölln followed by vegan pizza, drinks, DJ set, giveaways, and relaxed post-run community hangout.
KIEZ X SPÄTI Vol. 2 🍻🎶 | 6 PM: Berlin underground DJs transform a neighborhood Späti into a street dancefloor for drinks, music, and spontaneous nightlife energy.
Cultural Capital I – Private Art Salon 🧠 | 6:30 – 9 PM: Exclusive salon exploring art, ownership, culture, and technology through intimate conversations with founders, artists, and creative thinkers.

Sunday 22nd

Social Run & Coffee Rave ☕🏃‍♂️ | 10 AM: Start with a social run through Berlin, then celebrate with coffee, music, and a lively rave set.
Breakfast Club x Refuge Worldwide 🍳🎧 | 2 – 6 PM: Daytime music gathering featuring DJs, communal food, dance, and art installation celebrating Berlin club culture and community connection.
Awen Synesthesia Series Vol. 3: Viola Duo 🎻 | 4 – 7 PM: Duet concert with two violas paired with curated scents, exploring dialogue between sound, fragrance, and emotion.

Monday 23rd

Berlin Analytics & AI Hackathon 🚀 | 9 AM – 7:30 PM: Full-day hackathon for AI and data enthusiasts to build projects, learn, and network with Berlin tech community.
Claude Code for Everyone 🤖 | 6 – 10 PM: Hands-on coding with Claude, meet local builders, share ideas, learn together, and explore AI development in an engaging environment.
Berlin Big Business Tech & Entrepreneur Networking Soiree 💼 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM: Large networking mixer for entrepreneurs, startups, and professionals to connect, share ideas, build partnerships, and grow business opportunities.
BREW Privacy Builder Program - Opening Event 🔐 | 6:30 – 8:30 PM: Kick off three months exploring privacy tech, meet participants, learn the program, and network over drinks.