When the Startup Arena stage goes quiet, the night moves up to the roof. Join us at Joe's Rooftop for after-hours networking high above Budapest, with a DJ, a drink in hand, and the people actually building Hungary's startup scene. This is where founders looking for funding meet investors looking for their next opportunity, and where the loose threads of the ecosystem get woven a little tighter. No stage, no pitches, no agenda. Just good people, good conversations, and the city stretched out below. Who you will find on the rooftop:

• Angel investors and VCs scouting for their next deal
• Founders raising, building, and looking for the right people
• Ecosystem players, operators, and friends of HunBAN

Whether you were in the room for Startup Arena earlier or you are joining us just for the rooftop, you are welcome here. Come for the view, stay for the connections. Space is limited to 150 people, so grab your spot before it fills.

📅 16 September 2026, doors open at 19:30

📍 Joe's Rooftop, Budapest

Note: this is the second half of the evening. The Startup Arena fireside and pitches run earlier from 17:00 at Create26 as a separate event. You are welcome to join either or both. If you want the full evening, secure a ticket for each.

This event is brought to you by HunBAN in partnership with POV Budapest and TheScaleUpFest. If you are a HunBAN Member or hold a POV Budapest or TheScaleUpFest conference ticket, entry to HunBAN & Friends: Rooftop After Hours is free.