A quick overview of what’s happening on May 20-22 in Tallinn.
The main program of Latitude59 2026 will take place on May 21 & 22 in Kultuurikatel, while the entire Latitude59 week will be full of side events and gatherings.
This year, Latitude59 is designed to be more intentional, practical, and connected than ever. Expect bold conversations on the forces shaping our world – from defense tech, AI, and Europe’s innovation race to climate resilience and the technologies defining 2030. Alongside the big themes, we’ll bring forward real founder stories, practical sessions, curated connections, and our newest addition, the Builders Lab.
Read more about Latitude59 2026’s theme, The Global Village Experiment, where Liisi Org, the CEO of Latitude59, and Kai Isand, the Program Manager, unpack why it matters now: in a world that’s more connected than ever, yet increasingly fragmented, the real question is how those connections can lead to something meaningful.
Latitude59 Day 0
Warm up with 40+ official side events & unofficial gatherings across Tallinn
Latitude59 Day 1
Conference day #1 & the legendary Latitude59 Afterparty
Latitude59 Day 2
Conference day #2 &
L59 Pitch Competition
Finals
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Latitude59 kicks off with the Day 0 Opening Events at Kultuurikatel:
Thinking in Billions is a key part of Latitude59’s official side program, bringing together the private and public sectors through inspiring success stories. Registration for the event is now open! *For all Latitude59 tickets holders.
Investor Experience & Dinner offers the perfect setting to meet fellow investors attending Latitude59, discuss hot topics, and warm up for the main conference days ahead.
*Both events are exclusive for Investor Ticket.
Press Conference is an exclusive event for media representatives to connect with colleagues from around the world and meet high-profile Estonian government officials as well as key figures from Estonia’s startup ecosystem.
*This event is open to registered participants only.
On Day 1, we’re keeping what works – structured stages, incredible speakers, trendspotting insights, but we’re dialing it up with a sharper New Nordics focus.
On Day 2 of the main program, the venue transforms into a vibrant space for dialogue, collaboration and building together. Founder stories, hackathons and round tables where you step in, speak up, and co-create.
The Bold Stage: We’ll explore the macro forces shaping technology, society and innovation, bringing together founders, policymakers, investors, and global thinkers.
The Builders Lab: While many conferences focus only on founders and funding, this stage focuses on the craft of building — product development, engineering, design, operations, and scaling teams.
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