Beyond the Main Stage
From exclusive investor lounges and dedicated meeting spaces to outdoor gatherings and runs across the city, there's something for everyone beyond the stage.
The Investor Lounge
Enjoy access to this exclusive lounge, in the heart of VivaTech (Hall 7.2), a place just investors can relax and network with peers. Inside the lounge you can find a dedicated stage hosting roundtables and panels on topics tailored for investors in an intimate environment. The lounge is designed with business in mind with open areas for networking, and desks for private meetings, and refreshments to enjoy while you take a minute to relax.
Business Plaza
Enjoy this year’s new edition: the Business Plaza. Also located in Hall 7.2, it is the professional hub of VivaTech designed to facilitate business and connection. There you can enjoy dedicated tables for meetings with seating up to 180, and be able to be booked directly in the app for free. At the Agora you can participate in vertical specific sessions to discuss specialized topics, participate in networking activities with our facilitators, and join one of our workshops to connect to other visitors.
Investors can also meet startups in the Marketplace: there, Incubator and Investor Office Hours will be held side by side with our partner Business France.
Side Events
Some of the magic of VivaTech happens outside of the walls of Hall 7, at events across the city designed to build connections and get business done.
Playground
Viva Playground is an outdoor sanctuary, just outside hall 7.1 designed for midday breaks and evening networking. Even when the halls of VivaTech close, the playground stays open, transforming into an after working space in partnership with NJR, the area includes food trucks, drinks, and music.
Tech Runs
For those who want to keep up their running routine even when they travel VivaTech has partnered with Pitch in Motion to organize the tech runs, daily runs that offer a chance to connect across the ecosystem in a no-pressure environment.
Partner Events
Outside of the official events, partners, exhibitors, and other interested groups host events across the city, from invite only dinners to drinks open to everyone. You can find the events on our website here.
Find the Hottest Startups
With thousands of startups attending the event, it can be difficult to find the ones that are the right match for you, but we are here to help. With this easy guide you can get the inside scoop on where to find the best startups and scales that fit your investment thesis.
Pitch Studio
Head to the pitch studio in Hall 7.1 to hear startups across industries give their pitch. This year over 100 startups from space tech to robotics will take to the stage to present themselves to potential investors, partners, and clients. You can see the finalist’s pitches for the VivaTech Startup Prizes on Wednesday afternoon and don’t miss the battle of the regions on Saturday morning.
Discovery stage
The Discovery Stage is the go-to destination for groundbreaking innovations, brought to life through short, dynamic demo formats spanning a wide range of sectors. A fast-paced, forward-looking stage where emerging technologies meet their audience. Take a seat and get a glimpse of the startups and scaleups revolutionizing the industry.
Tech Trails
Tech Trails offer a curated journey through VivaTech, spotlighting the most innovative startups and must-see sessions across 10 key themes. Each trail features 10 standout startups and 5 essential sessions.
Explore the trails on the app: Women in Tech by TechRound, Tech Beyond the Obvious with Bloom Media, Marketing and Advertising by the Media Leader, Energy, Greentech, and Mobility with Explore Media, Cybersecurity by Clubic, AI, Finance, Healthcare, and the future of work.
Big List
As an investor you get exclusive access to the Big List, a list containing all of the startups at VivaTech, with a way to get in contact. It's the perfect tool to help you scout out the founders you want to meet before the event starts. The instructions with how to access it will be sent in an onboarding email, so keep an eye on your inbox.
We Can’t Wait to See You There
Maximizing your time at VivaTech takes a bit of planning, but we hope with these tools, it becomes a breeze. If you haven’t gotten your pass, don’t wait any longer, get it now before time runs out!
