Side Events
All side events are FREE and open to everyone with or without a TechChill Pass, unless indicated otherwise.

How to run your investor meetings
28.01.25.
10:00-11:00
online
Join a virtual session to learn how to ace investor meetings at TechChill 2025, led by angel investor Tuomas Pahlman. Get actionable tips on preparation, running meetings, and follow-ups to make the most of your opportunities.
❗️ NB: For TechChill ticket holders only!

Life Sciences Breakfast
5.02.25.
09:00-12:00
@RTU Science and Innovation Centre / RTU Zinātnes un inovāciju centrs • Ķīpsalas iela 6A, 1048 Rīga
Start your day with the Life Sciences Breakfast at Riga Technical University! Explore the vibrant Baltic life sciences scene, connect with innovators, and gain inspiring insights where science meets business. 🌟

Fifty Founders Bootcamp
5.02.25.
10:00-15:00
@Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala Gatve 74A, Riga
Master your pitch with focused feedback! #50founders will deliver 3-minute pitches followed by 5-minute Q&As, receiving candid input from investors and peers. A hands-on prep session for the Fifty Founders Battle to refine slides, delivery, and Q&A skills.

Defence Tech: EU funding for founders & investors
5.02.25.
10:30-13:30
@Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala Gatve 74A, Riga
Ready to push the boundaries of defence technology? 🛡️ Come and hear about the vast number of opportunities the European Union provides to innovators and investors in the area of defence technologies.

VC & Startup brunch: cosy vinyl party
5.02.25.
12:00-14:00
@Startup House Riga, Lastādijas Str. 12 k-3, Riga
🚀 An exclusive morning of high-growth conversations. No fluff, no cold intros — just handpicked founders and top-tier VCs in one room, shaping the future of consumer tech. Insider insights, and game-changing connections — all over breakfast.

Digital Identity Wallet 101: The EU Edition
5.02.25.
12:00-15:00
@Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala Gatve 74A, Riga
Shape the future of digital identity with us! 🌐 Explore the EU Digital Identity Wallet (EUDIW) and the game-changing NOBID pilot driving secure, inclusive, and sustainable innovation. Don’t miss this transformative journey!

Baltics to DACH: Unlocking New Horizons
5.02.25.
13:00-14:30
@Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala Gatve 74A, Riga
Curious about scaling your startup to the DACH region? 🌎Join an engaging session featuring top-tier experts who will share actionable insights, strategies, and success stories to help Baltic entrepreneurs thrive in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.

Female Founders Lunch
5.02.25.
14:00-16:00
@Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala Gatve 74A, Riga
A must-attend event for ambitious women entrepreneurs! Connect, learn, and spark ideas with inspiring female leaders as you kickstart 2025 with fresh insights and meaningful connections. Don’t miss this chance to grow your network and your vision!

Co-Founder Matchmaking
5.02.25.
16:00-18:00
@Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala Gatve 74A, Riga
Get ready to meet your co-founder at the official side event of TechChill 2025 in Riga - The Kiuas Co-Founder Matchmaking Event! Whether you already have a startup idea or not, this event is for you. It's a great opportunity for anyone interested in the startup world to find their teammate!

From Passion to Platform: Stories of Sustainable Innovation
5.02.25.
16:30-17:30
@Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala Gatve 74A, Riga
Join Bourzma's CEO and designer to explore how their platform fuels sustainable fashion, recycling, and Latvian creativity—proving that responsible consumption and local talent can reshape fashion and culture.

Investor Day
5.02.25.
17:00-19:00
@Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala Gatve 74A, Riga
Step into Investor Day 💡, where 100+ investors connect to share insights and uncover the next big thing. Kick off with inspiring speeches, dive into panels on future trends, and wrap up with networking in FinTech, DeepTech, Life Sciences, and Hardware. Don’t miss this chance to spark ideas and build connections!
❗️ Investor, Angel Pass holders

Different geographies, same ambitions? Baltics x Nigeria, Kenya and Armenia
5.02.25.
18:00-19:30
@Fantadroms, Gustava Zemgala Gatve 74A, Riga
This interactive gathering brings together visionary leaders from Nigeria’s, Kenya’s and Armenia’s thriving ICT ecosystems to share firsthand insights on startups, innovation, and cross-border opportunities. Discover how these regions, despite their differences, share common aspirations and face similar challenges in shaping the future of technology and entrepreneurship.

Zero Gravity PARTY 🛰️
6.02.25.
21:00-02:00
@Hanzas Perons
Want to enjoy the famous energy of TechChill crowd slaying karaoke and dancing the night away? 🍹 Come and vibe with Bumbu Rum and The Deacon whiskey, soak in the beats from DJ Dannie and flex your skills at Mežpils beer pong. This is the night you don’t wanna miss.🕺✨
To top it off, unwind and connect in a relaxed setting with a sauna experience, provided by Superhero Capital.
🔖 For TechChill ticket holders: Entry with wristbands only.

ZEN MODE ON
7.02.25.
10:00-11:00
@Hanzas Perons
Guided mindfulness session to help you visualize success, release yesterday’s fatigue, and prepare for meaningful networking. Led by Aris Birze, Business Academy, this session will help you tap into your emotional intelligence through breathwork.

Techchill exit PARTY
7.02.25.
20:00-...
@Angārs, Tallinas kvartāls, Tallinas iela 10-3, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1001
🥷 Wrap up TechChill 2025 with the ultimate Exit Party at Angārs! Join us from 20:00 for a night of good vibes, music, and chill as we celebrate the end of an epic event. Expect great company, a lively atmosphere, and the perfect way to exit in style.