South Summit Brazil 2026 has confirmed its dates and will return to Cais Mauá in Porto Alegre on March 25, 26, and 27. The capital of Rio Grande do Sul will once again serve as a hub for startups, investors, corporations, and innovation leaders, driving strategic connections and business opportunities.
South Summit is an international innovation platform connecting startups, investors, and corporations globally. In addition to its flagship events in Madrid and Brazil, the organization hosts thematic meetings and exclusive gatherings throughout the year focused on innovation, networking, and entrepreneurship.
Open Innovation Startup Competition
A cornerstone of the event is its startup competition, designed to drive open innovation by matching emerging companies across various sectors with corporate market demands. The selection process identifies the top 100 startups through consensus among investors and enterprise leaders, culminating in 10 finalists and the eventual winners.
Programming, Marketplace, and Ecosystem Networking
- Dynamic Keynotes & Panels: The conference will feature roughly 600 speakers per edition across eight simultaneous stages. The short, high-impact presentation format is tailored to share experiences, solutions, and industry demands while bridging the gap between enterprises, startups, and venture capital funds.
- Exhibition Marketplace: The event floor will feature a Marketplace of approximately 230 booths, allowing startups and corporations to showcase products, services, and projects to facilitate direct commercial interaction.
- Structured Networking: Dedicated meeting spaces, open lounge areas, and an event tech platform are engineered to maximize deal-making, 1-on-1 meetings, and strategic partnerships across the innovation ecosystem.
The event organizers emphasize fostering an integrated networking environment. The three-day agenda includes institutional gatherings, executive forums, strategic luncheons, and participation from political leaders to promote public-private alignment.
About South Summit Brazil
South Summit Brazil is a business platform connecting companies, startups, and investors focused on building an innovative and sustainable future. Having hosted three successful editions in Porto Alegre, the conference continues to consolidate its position as a flagship innovation event both regionally and internationally.
