Side Events
Polar Bear Goes Circular
Organizers: Circular Cluster Oulu & Oulunsalon Kunnantalo
Circular Cluster Oulu happily invites you to meet some of the coolest circular economy startups on February 26th!
At this event, you will have a fantastic opportunity to network and enjoy interesting pitches focused on the circular economy. Whether you’re a startup looking forward to pitch, an investor seeking opportunities or simply part of the audience, we welcome everyone with an interest in the circular economy!
Circular Cluster Oulu is part of the Automotive & Circular Economy Clusters (ACE clusters) -project, funded by Pohjois-Pohjanmaan liitto – Council of Oulu Region with co-financing from the European Union.
Northern Freeze
Organizer: BusinessOulu, Health and LifeSciences team
BusinessOulu is proud to be part of this amazing experience and is happy to invite you to the second edition of Polar Bear Pitching Side Event – Northern Freeze.
Meet us for an evening of inspiration and networking. Learn more about growing Health and Life Science sector in Oulu and its cutting-edge health innovations. Talk to brilliant innovators and find out why Oulu is considered a leading health technology hub.
Polar Bear Pitching Warm-Up Party
Organizer: 46Elks
Kick off the Polar Bear Pitching experience in style at Warm-Up Party! Join us for an evening of networking with fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and startup enthusiasts attending our event. Connect with like-minded community, share ideas, and set the tone for the coolest startup event in the world. Don’t miss this chance to warm up before diving into the action-packed event next day.
Save the date, more information and registration coming soon!
Business & Burgers
Organizer: BusinessOulu, team Nordic
Save the date for Business & Burger, where we discuss how to succeed with cross-border business co-operation and networking. This event is for start-ups, investors, business developers, company representatives and students excited about Nordic collaboration.
More information and registration coming soon!
Join Frozen People music festival on 1.3.2025
Frozen people is a winter festival of electronic music and northern art. In 2025, the event will exceptionally be held in Pikisaari, Oulu. The follow-up event will also take over the Culture House Valve this time.
The festival’s music programme highlights local and international talent. The art content includes installations, light art, participatory programme numbers and performances.