The fifth edition of the EIC Summit, the annual event organized by the European Innovation Council, will take place on June 3 and 4, 2026, in Brussels. The event aims to foster discussion between various stakeholders in the innovation ecosystem and institutional representatives of the European Union.

The main topics at the center of the sessions will focus on European competitiveness, overcoming barriers to the growth of deep-tech, and strategies for attracting private capital.

The program includes speeches by political and research prominent figures. Confirmed speakers include the Commissioner for Startups, Research, and Innovation Ekaterina Zaharieva, members of the College of Commissioners, Nobel laureates, financial investors, and founders of EIC-supported companies.

Furthermore, specific in-depth workshops and targeted networking sessions with policymakers, corporations, and financial operators will be available for EIC funding beneficiaries.

Access to the EIC Summit is free of charge. Prior registration through the official channels is required to participate in the event.