A unique week that rewrites the rules
Košice is becoming the capital of innovation. The future is happening here.
The Košice region is experiencing a technological breakthrough. Innovation and Tech Week (ITWK) transforms the Kunsthalle in Košice into a hub where visionaries, world experts from IBM and AWS, and ambitious startups meet. It is a week when barriers fall and Silicon Valley knowledge is literally at your fingertips.
We connect talent with capital and courage with technology.
Admission to most events is free. Just come and experience the inaugural edition that changes the game.
Founders Challenge
The grand finale of high-school startups, where teams can win support of up to €20,000 to complete their project. See the talents of the Košice region in action, already solving world-class problems.
Sweet&Salty AI – Finale
Experience raw startup energy. Get ready for sharp pitching. Startups will face investors and fight for an investment of €10,000.
AI & Quantum Conference
Cross the boundary of theory and enter the era where artificial intelligence meets quantum advantage. AI & Quantum Conference in Košice is a high-signal event designed for leaders and builders who want to move innovations from labs to real-world deployment. World-class experts led by Ismael Faro from IBM are coming to Košice.
Innovation & Tech Week speakers and performances
Slovakia Innovation and Startup Awards 2026
We will celebrate the success of the best among us. The entire week will culminate with the prestigious Slovak Innovation and Startup Awards.
OdkukajTo in Aupark
Join us for OdkukajTo event, this time in the heart of Košice. Together we will open the topic of innovation in business and welcome guests from the east who are changing the rules of the game.
Partners
