On June 23, 2025, Startup Contacts 2025 transformed at the Halle Münsterland – and did so at full speed: With over 1100 visitors it is not only the second-largest student-organized startup fair in Germany, but also the largest of its kind in NRW.
Innovation, Exchange & Community
Under the motto "Vision Becomes Venture" the fair offered young talents, startups, investors and interested people a platform where creative ideas met practical implementation. The focus was on three areas: an inspiring community, valuable know‑how – for example through hands‑on workshops – and the direct experience, i.e., visits to real startups & companies.
Formats that move
A look at the program shows the range of formats:
- Basic & Masterclass Workshops covering topics from AI to networking.
- Ask Me Anything – lively Q&A sessions with founders and experts.
- Co‑Founder Matching, Investor Breakfast, Pitch Room and a large Innovation Village with over 30 exhibitors.
- Afterparty x ZEITGEIST – the grand finale, where networking and conversation continued late into the evening.
Why this event matters
For students, the fair offered a unique opportunity: whether with a startup idea or just curiosity – here you meet like‑minded people, can make direct contacts, and get a real glimpse into the startup world.
Moreover, the event’s success underscored: Over 1100 visitors mean not just growth – they highlight Münster’s relevance as an emerging startup ecosystem.
Thank you to all contributors
A big thank you goes to our partners, speakers, startups and, last but not least, the many visitors – without you this event wouldn’t have been possible. Together you showed that innovation is not just an idea, but gets into motion.
We’re already looking forward to the next round and to, together with you turning visionary ideas into successful ventures.
