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1 | Welcome to Events in Aotearoa! This is your go-to resource for tech, innovation, and startup events happening across Aotearoa New Zealand. We've gathered everything in one convenient spot to make it easy for you to stay in the loop. Just a heads up—details may change, and while we do our best to keep everything updated, we recommend clicking the "Tickets link" column for the most current info. 📅 Got an event to share? Add it here: Event Submission Form 😊 🙏 Using this spreadsheet? Please credit Pauli Sosa for curating it. 💌 Want updates straight to your inbox? Sign up for Startup Digest New Zealand and get what’s on every Tuesday. Questions? Reach out to Pauli at paulainessosa@gmail.com. Thank you ✨ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
2 | Date and time | Region | Event title | Blurb (keep it short and sweet) | In person/ Online/ Hybrid | Organiser details | Venue | Tickets link | Notes | |||||||||||||||||||||
3 | 1-3 May | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | VESA Hackathon 2026 | This inclusive three-day hackathon invites students of all skill levels to prototype software, gain mentorship, and build portfolio-ready projects. | In Person | VESA x VEC x VUWWIT | The Atom/Foyer, Pipitea Campus | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHwvEBQcrVDTgmBytSfIQVew1sfEwrSZB6TWehbSwxdbzJyQ/viewform | ||||||||||||||||||||||
4 | Sat 2nd May | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | TEDxVUW 2026 | What happens when we stand at the edge of change? TEDxVUW returns to Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington with this year’s theme: The Threshold. Across three phases, Echoes of the Past, The Brink, and Crossing Over, we bring together speakers from tech, science, and culture to explore the moments that shape what comes next. | In Person | Victoria University of Wellington | Memorial Theatre, VUW Kelburn Campus | https://sendd.store/tedxvuw2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
5 | Mon 4th May, 5:30pm | Otautahi/Christchurch | The AI Tension — Implementation vs Existential Risk | This event explores both sides of that question, bringing together two perspectives that rarely share the same stage. Dr Elsamari Botha examines multi-dimensional AI literacy frameworks, and Hazel Shanks shares 'The Doom Thesis' from the Yudkowsky book. Drinks, demos, and practical takeaways included. | In Person | Caelan Huntress | EPIC Innovation, 100 Manchester St, Christchurch | https://www.meetup.com/christchurch-ai/events/313217491/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
6 | Tue 5th May, 9am | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | AI and Creativity Summit | Now in its third year, our unique event explores the use of AI and its impact on creative industries in Aotearoa and across the world. We’re bringing global conversations into a local context, creating space for nuance and practical insight. From storytelling in a technology-driven world to misinformation and creative rights, our summit is designed to spark meaningful conversations about what comes next. | In Person | AI Forum New Zealand | Te Puna Creative Hub, 8/14 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson | https://aicreativeindustries.nz/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
7 | Tue 5th May, 10am | Aotearoa New Zealand | DINZ Virtual Coffee Chat | An informal monthly drop in/coffee chat for the Digital Identity NZ community. The session runs for 45 minutes to allow more time for discussion and ideas exchange. | Online | DINZ | Online | https://zoom.us/meeting/register/ht1kA0qxT1uOJAMiqdVSlw#/registration | ||||||||||||||||||||||
8 | Tue 5th May, 10am | Tāhuna/Queenstown | Electrify Aotearoa Pre-Event - Queenstown | This event is all about connecting wāhine founders and building stronger local communities to support each other and your startups. | In Person | Ministry of Awesome | Queenstown Resort College (QRC) - 7 Coronation Drive, Queenstown 9348 | https://events.humanitix.com/electrify-aotearoa-pre-event-queenstown | ||||||||||||||||||||||
9 | Tue 5th May, 12pm | Waikato/Hamilton | Soda Power Lunch with AJ Tills | Join us for lunch to hear from AJ Tills. AJ Tills is a marketing and growth leader with 15 years leading brands and teams at high-growth technology companies in almost every part of the world. | In Person | Soda | Event Room 1, Gallagher Hub, Wintec City Campus, Hamilton Central | https://events.humanitix.com/soda-power-lunch-with-aj-tills | ||||||||||||||||||||||
10 | Wed 6th May, 8am | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | AI and Creativity Summit | A Summit designed to ask better questions AI is reshaping how creative work is made, shared, discovered, and valued. The AI and Creativity Summit brings global perspectives into an Aotearoa context. The goal is not to rush to answers, but to prompt curious minds to explore what is changing and what matters most. Across two cities, we will look at real creative practice, new opportunities, and the tensions that come with speed. This includes truth and trust, copyright and attribution, social license, and the future of creative craft. Curiosity is the starting point. Responsibility is the standard. | In Person | AI Forum New Zealand | Datacom Wellington 55 Featherston Street, Pipitea, Wellington | https://aicreativeindustries.nz/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
11 | Wed 6th May, 8:30am | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Ignite'26 Growth Summit by Icehouse | Join us for New Zealand's premier growth summit as we bring together the country's sharpest business minds to tackle the challenge of our time: economic rebuild. We're gathering the operators, disruptors, and champions who've actually done it - scaled from garage startups to market dominance, transformed entire industries, and built champion mindsets that win on the world stage. This is about taking the lessons from those who've navigated past challenges, understanding where we are now, and mapping the future we're building together. | In Person | Icehouse | Viaduct Events Centre, 171 Halsey Street, Auckland | https://events.humanitix.com/ignite-26-growth-summit-by-icehouse | ||||||||||||||||||||||
12 | Wed 6th May, 12pm | Whangarei | Electrify Aotearoa Pre-Event - Northland | This event is all about connecting wāhine founders and building stronger local communities to support each other and your startups. | In Person | MoA | The Orchard Business and Event Hub, Whangārei | https://events.humanitix.com/electrify-aotearoa-pre-event-northland | ||||||||||||||||||||||
13 | Thur 7th May, 8am | Kapiti | Kapiti Startup & Innovation Network | Kapiti innovators get together to share startup stories, exchange ideas, and build a local support network for entrepreneurs and business growth. | In Person | Kapiti Startup & Innovation Network | 180 Degrees Cafe & Bistro | https://www.meetup.com/kapiti-startup-innovate-network-meetup/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
14 | Thur 7th May, 8:30am | Otautahi/Christchurch | Different Minds, Better Business: A Workshop for Startups and SMEs | oin us for a high-impact one-day workshop on Thursday 7 May 2026 in Christchurch, designed for startups and SMEs. Gain practical legal and strategic insights from industry leaders, explore how diverse perspectives drive innovation and better business outcomes, and connect with peers and founders from a range of backgrounds. | In Person | Dentons & Ministry of Awesome | John Britten Building - 69 Creyke Road, Ilam, Christchurch 8041, New Zealand | https://events.humanitix.com/diversity-as-advantage-a-workshop-for-startups-and-smes | ||||||||||||||||||||||
15 | Thur 7th May, 4:30pm | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | NZ Games Festival - Career Conversations | *FOR STUDENTS NZ Games Festival and Level Up welcome you to join us for a event of conversation about building a career in game development! We understand that getting into game development can seem daunting, so we put together an evening of free talks to help you get started! Featuring experienced game developers from across Aotearoa, our career conversations will cover things like creating a great resume, making the most of your time as a student, and career paths into the games industry you might not have considered. | In Person | NZ Games Festival and WellingtonNZ | The Gods 29 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington 6011 | https://nzgamesfest.com/career-conversations/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
16 | Thur 7th May, 5pm | Otautahi/Christchurch | Thriving in a high growth startup | A behind-the-scenes look at one of Aotearoa’s fastest-scaling startups. Hear from a world-class team with experience from Rocket Lab to Apple on how they are reimagining the $1T auto parts industry using foundational AI. Whether you are already in tech or exploring the ecosystem, this is a rare chance to get honest insights into growing a career within a high-growth, frontier-tech environment. | In Person | Icehouse Ventures x Partly | PARTLY HQ, Christchurch | https://www.icehouseventures.co.nz/landing-pages/careers-of-the-future-partly-edition | ||||||||||||||||||||||
17 | Thu 7th May, 5:30pm | Te Papa-i-Oea/Palmerston North | Manawatū Innovation Showcase | The Manawatū Innovation Showcase is an evening celebrating local ideas and the people behind them who are building with scalable ambition. Discover bold start-ups, emerging technologies and breakthrough innovations being built right here in Manawatū. From early-stage ventures to growth-focused companies, this is your chance to see what’s taking shape across our innovation ecosystem. | In Person | The Factory | Palmy Conference + Function Centre 354 Main Street, Palmerston North | https://events.humanitix.com/manawatu-innovation-showcase-2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
18 | Fri 8th May, 9am | Aotearoa New Zealand | Fix Confusing Dashboards Presented by Excel in BI NZ | Come and join to learn with Ramon, presented by Excel in BI. In these live sessions, we explore practical topics across Data, AI, and Automation, always focused on real business application. If you are a curious professional who wants to better understand how data can improve your work, your decisions, and your career, these sessions are for you.More data does not mean more clarity. In this session, we explore why dashboards overwhelm executives and how to design reports that answer real business questions.Each session is practical, focused, and designed to deliver real clarity in just one hour. Join us live and take the next step in strengthening your skills in Data, AI, and Automation with Excel in BI. | Online | Excel in BI | Online | https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a2891dcc-5776-4e23-9c26-7c47ab0c5258@d4003d39-e709-4fc5-90bf-d1fc9e75702e/registration | ||||||||||||||||||||||
19 | Tue 12th May, 1pm | Aotearoa New Zealand | GEN NZ Motu Connect with Qiulae Wong (Q) leader of the Opportunities Party | Hear from Q about TOP's policies and initiatives and how they will impact the startup ecosystem across Aotearoa if they reach their ambitous 5% goal to enter parliament | Online | Global Entrepreneurship Network | Zoom: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86569672224?pwd%3DTklGYXBFeVlkUThqNGRrYUNOTjFSQT09&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw2lGf_K5Wk_KryDgj9nHN5W | https://forms.gle/cmBbk2JiWZ6nwL837 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
20 | Tue 12th May, 5pm | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Her Migrant Spirit: Launch Event | This intimate evening offers a powerhouse panel of inspiring migrant entrepreneurs sharing their journeys from ambition to reality. The event includes a guided breathwork exercise led by one of the panellists, alongside dedicated time for networking and real conversation with visionaries shaping the community. | In Person | Girl in Motion | AcademyEX, 99 Khyber Pass Road, Grafton, Auckland | https://events.humanitix.com/her-migrant-spirit-launch-event | ||||||||||||||||||||||
21 | Tue 12th May, 5pm | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | WiFi Pentesting: A Sneak-Peek with Toby Reynolds | In this session, Toby will dive into offensive WiFi security testing, covering common attack techniques, real‑world scenarios, and how attackers approach wireless environments. The talk will include practical labs and a live demonstration, giving attendees the opportunity to follow along and see techniques in action. | In Person | Sec for Devs | InternetNZ, Level 13/18 Willis Street, Wellington | https://www.meetup.com/sec-for-devs/events/313337611/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
22 | Wed 13th May, 5pm | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | TechBabesNZ Women in Technology Event | Join a FUN meetup where women in tech share stories, tips, and good vibes to boost your career, make connections, and network! | In Person | TechBabesNZ | The Lula Inn, 149 Quay Street, Auckland | https://www.eventbrite.com/e/techbabesnz-women-in-technology-event-tickets-1987107623393 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
23 | Wed 13th May, 5:30pm | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | NetTalks Te Whanganui-a-Tara | An evening of fast-paced kōrero exploring the ideas, challenges, and possibilities shaping our digital lives. The format: Six speakers. Six minutes each. Six unique perspectives on tech and the Internet. | In Person | InternetNZ | two/fiftyseven, Level 2/57 Willis Street | https://events.humanitix.com/nettalks-te-whanganui-a-tara | ||||||||||||||||||||||
24 | Wed 13th May, 5:30pm | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | TechStep Mock Interview Workshop | The Mock Interview Workshop is a structured career development initiative designed to support people from under-represented communities to successfully enter or progress within digital and technology careers in New Zealand. | In Person | BA Career Meetup | AUT WG Building, WG801 and WG 808 | https://www.meetup.com/ba-career-meetup-group/events/314621820/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
25 | Wed 13th May, 6pm | Taranaki | PowerUp Accelerator Showcase Night 2026 | Venture Taranaki’s PowerUp Accelerator Showcase Night takes place on Wednesday 13 May at The Devon Hotel in New Plymouth and via livestream, featuring five diverse startups spanning wellness, logistics, and digital payments pitching live to investors and business leaders following a 10-week intensive programme. | In Person | Venture Taranaki | The Devon Hotel - New PlymouthNew Plymouth, Taranaki | https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/powerup-accelerator-showcase-night-2026-tickets-1985099144980?aff=oddtdtcreator | ||||||||||||||||||||||
26 | Thur 14th May, 5:30pm | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | AI for Good - Wellington | An evening of real talk about AI. Not the hype cycle version - the version where practitioners, founders, and leaders share what's actually happening in their work, their teams, and their communities. | In Person | GEN AI Wellington | The ATOM - Victoria University of Wellington Entrepreneur Hub | https://luma.com/v2efw4pp | ||||||||||||||||||||||
27 | 15th may 2026 | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | NZ Tech Rally | Inclusive spaces for Aotearoa’s tech community to celebrate, connect and grow together. NZ Tech Rally unites the whole software delivery team: engineers, testers, product folks, data minds, tech leaders, and founders. We share real stories and practical local solutions for people, organisations, and communities in Aotearoa New Zealand. We are one of NZ’s most loved grassroots tech events. After our hugely successful 2025 conference, we are back in 2026 to celebrate, connect, and grow alongside our community. | Hybrid | NZ Tech Rally | TĀKINA, 50 Cable Street, Wellington, New Zealand | https://nztechrally.nz/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
28 | 15th may 2026 | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Auckland | The 2026 Great New Zealand AI Roadshow | A full-day, masterclass for business leaders, people managers, and working professionals — covering everything from governance and data readiness to live tool demos and real NZ case stories. | In Person | New Zealand AI | Shed 10, Auckland | https://www.newzealand.ai/roadshow | ||||||||||||||||||||||
29 | Fri 15th May, 9am | Aotearoa New Zealand | AI Forum Webinar Series: Governance, Risk & Compliance | This session focuses on practical legal, ethical, and contractual guardrails for using AI in AEC, helping organisations manage risk as AI becomes embedded in everyday project delivery. | Online | AI ForumNZ | Online | https://events.humanitix.com/ai-forum-webinar-series-governance-risk-and-compliance-with-frith-paula-and-matt | ||||||||||||||||||||||
30 | Fri 15th May, 5pm | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Making LinkedIn Work for You | A practical workshop to help you build a LinkedIn profile that gets you noticed and opens the door to new opportunities. | In Person | She Sharp | AUT, WZ Building 5067706, WZ Building, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand | https://events.humanitix.com/making-linkedin-work-for-you-with-stuart-little-presented-by-she-sharp-and-aut | ||||||||||||||||||||||
31 | 18 - 24 May 2026 | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Techweek | Techweek is Aotearoa New Zealand’s national festival of innovation — a week‑long celebration of the people and ideas using technology to create a better tomorrow. In 2026, Techweek is once again bringing the tech ecosystem together. From founders and researchers to students and global visitors, it’s about connection, inspiration, and showcasing how Kiwi innovation is shaping the future. | Hybrid | NZTech | Auckland | https://techweek.co.nz/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
32 | 18-21 May | Aotearoa New Zealand | FirstCut ROADSHOW | First Cut is Icehouse Ventures' community for young startup founders and operators, and this year, we're taking it on the road. Across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin, we're bringing together young founders and operators to share stories, make connections, and fuel aspirations. Whether you're in the thick of your first venture, brainstorming your next big idea, or just trying to figure out what building a startup looks like, this is for you. Expect honest conversations and practical insights from founders and operators at different stages of the journey. | In Person | Icehouse Ventures | ✔️ Dunedin - Mon 18th, 6:30pm - Maggie's Cafe ✔️ Christchurch - Tue 19th, 5:30pm - Appetise HQ ✔️ Wellington - Wed 20th, 5:30pm - Trade Me HQ ✔️ Auckland - Thu 21st, 5:30pm - Icehouse Ventures | https://www.icehouseventures.co.nz/landing-pages/first-cut-roadshow-2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
33 | Mon 18th May, 11am | Tāhuna/Queenstown | Queenstown Women in Tech - 'Women Who Lead' - Techweek 2026 | Three women. Three remarkable careers. One honest conversation about what leadership in tech actually looks like. This Techweek, Queenstown Women in Tech is hosting an intimate panel lunch with three of the most accomplished women in New Zealand's technology sector - and they are not here to give you the highlight reel. If you've ever wondered whether you're ready for the next step (or how other women figured it out) this conversation is for you. They will be sharing the real stories; the career inflection points, the decisions that changed the trajectory, the networks that opened doors, and the moments they backed themselves before they felt ready. | In Person | Queenstown Women in Tech | Crowne Plaza Queenstown by IHG, 93 Beach Street, Queenstown | https://events.humanitix.com/queenstown-women-in-tech-women-who-lead-techweek-2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
34 | Mon 18th May, 5pm | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | Wāhine Fuelled Tech Inspiring Stories Techweek Edition | We're thrilled to announce our flagship event: an inspiring speaker session featuring a lineup of incredible Wāhine in Tech, who will share their personal journeys and insights from across the industry. | In Person | Wāhine Fuelled Tech | Creative HQ, 7 Dixon Street, Wellington 6011 | https://events.humanitix.com/inspiring-stories-techweek-edition-hkhsjsbq | ||||||||||||||||||||||
35 | Mon 18th May, 6:30pm | Aotearoa New Zealand | Managing AI Agents: The Next High-Value Skill Set | This free intermediate-level presentation is for proficient AI operators, team leaders, and decision-makers who want to understand the next layer of AI capability. A variety of AI agentic toolsets will be reviewed, including Claude Cowork, Copilot Agents, OpenAI's ChatGPT, and OpenClaw. This presentation is part of TechWeekNZ. | Online | Caelan Huntress | Zoom | https://ai-coaching.academy/events/managing-ai-agents-the-next-high-value-skill-set | ||||||||||||||||||||||
36 | Tue 19th May, 7:30am | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Auckland Bootstrapper's Breakfast | Bootstrappers’ Breakfast is a relaxed, founder-focused morning series where entrepreneurs come together to share experiences, swap ideas, and learn from each other over good coffee and fresh croissants ☕🥐 Each session features a guest founder who sparks an honest, practical conversation, with insights you can apply straight away in your startup journey. | In Person | GridAKL | GridAKL, 101 Pakenham St West | https://events.humanitix.com/auckland-bootstrapper-s-breakfast-may-2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
37 | Wed 20th May, 12pm | Aotearoa New Zealand | AI Governance & The Future of Work in New Zealand | Across Aotearoa, organisations are moving fast—from experimentation to real-world AI deployment. Productivity gains are clear. Investment is accelerating. But governance hasn’t kept up. Most leaders are now responsible for AI outcomes without clear frameworks, shared language, or confidence in how to manage the risks. This event is part of TechWeekNZ | Online | Caelan Huntress | Zoom | https://ai-coaching.academy/events/ai-governance-the-future-of-work-in-new-zealand | ||||||||||||||||||||||
38 | Wed 20th May, 12pm | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | ISACA * SheLeadsTech Presents: Building Practical AI Governance Together | AI is moving fast. Governance needs to move smarter and ......more inclusively. You do not need to have all the answers. You just need a space to ask, discuss, and work through what this means for you. Join us for this interactive lunchtime session with Dr.Pasan Thilakasiri which focuses on the real situations professionals across organisations are already facing - unapproved AI use, unclear ownership, missing controls, and pressure to provide assurance in a fast moving space. You’ll be equipped with hands-on governance playbook to help bring shadow AI under control. Delivered by ISACA Auckland Chapter and SheLeadsTech, this session highlights how diverse leadership and perspectives drive stronger, more effective AI oversight. Why Attend Understand the risks of “shadow AI” in organisations Learn practical governance controls for AI usage Explore the role of diversity in strengthening governance outcomes Network with industry professionals This event is part of Tech Week26 Auckland. | In Person | ISACA * SheLeadsTech | Grant Thornton New Zealand, Auckland, New Zealand | https://events.humanitix.com/isaca-sheleadstech-presents-building-practical-ai-governance-together | ||||||||||||||||||||||
39 | Wed 20th May, 6pm | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Migrants in Tech Auckland #21 | Join to hear from successful migrant entrepreneurs from around the world who have built thriving start ups here in Auckland. As part of Techweek 26, this event is co-hosted with Auckland Startup Week to share stories from inspiring migrants who have not only built their lives in Auckland but have also gone on to start successful businesses of their own. This is a chance to celebrate innovation, resilience, and the important role migrants play in shaping Auckland’s tech ecosystem. | In Person | Migrants in Tech Auckland | GridAKL, 101 Pakenham St West | https://events.humanitix.com/migrants-in-tech-auckland-21 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
40 | Wed 20th May, 6pm | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Innovation in Energy – A Technology Showcase | Researchers and engineers will showcase innovations with real-world potential—from advanced power systems and energy storage to digital tools that optimise energy infrastructure. The event also celebrates a group of Applied Doctoral Scholarships in Energy—PhD projects co-designed with industry to solve real energy challenges. | In Person | UoA | Engineering Building Atrium, Level 4, 20 Symonds Street, University of Auckland | https://events.humanitix.com/innovation-in-energy-a-technology-showcase | ||||||||||||||||||||||
41 | Thu 21st May, 8am | Kapiti | Kapiti Startup & Innovation Network | Kapiti innovators get together to share startup stories, exchange ideas, and build a local support network for entrepreneurs and business growth. | In Person | Kapiti Startup & Innovation Network | 180 Degrees Cafe & Bistro | https://www.meetup.com/kapiti-startup-innovate-network-meetup/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
42 | Thu 21st May, 9am | Otautahi/Christchurch | EPIC AI Conference | The EPIC AI conference is a day of workshops, community conversation, presentations, and leadership dialogue at EPIC Innovation. This event is part of TechWeekNZ, Aotearoa New Zealand’s national festival of tech and innovation. | In Person | Caelan Huntress | EPIC Innovation, 100 Manchester St, Christchurch | https://christchurch-ai.com/epic-ai-conference | ||||||||||||||||||||||
43 | Thu 21st May, 12pm | Otautahi/Christchurch | Ministry of Awesome: Coffee & Jam - #371 | Ministry of Awesome's Coffee and Jam: Christchurch’s Longest-Running Founder Meetup! | In Person | Ministry of Awesome | EPIC Christchurch - 100 Manchester Street | https://events.humanitix.com/ministry-of-awesome-coffee-and-jam-371 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
44 | Thu 21st May, 2pm | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | Movac Growth Jam Epic Fails Edition | Failure is the best teacher, and few founding teams have tasted success without tons of it. That’s why our theme this year will be “Epic Fails”. Jammers will share their most epic fails in an authentic, accessible and useful way. Hopefully, these lessons will resonate and inspire you to aim high despite the eternal possibility of failure. | In Person | Movac | Creative HQ, Level 1, 7 Dixon Street, Wellington | https://events.humanitix.com/movac-growth-jam-epic-fails-edition | ||||||||||||||||||||||
45 | Thu 21st May, 5pm | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Outset Connect: Founders & Experts | Connecting founders in our ecosystem with other founders and experts for networking, knowledge sharing, and strategic collaboration. | In Person | Outset Ventures | 24 Balfour Rd, Parnell | https://events.humanitix.com/outset-connect-founders-and-experts | This event has a registration of interest process so that we can ensure deep tech founders are in the room with each other. | |||||||||||||||||||||
46 | Thu 21st May, 5pm | Te Whanganui-a-Tara/Wellington | The Unseen Hand: A Cybersecurity Adventure for Founders | Most founders know security matters. Few feel ready when something actually goes wrong - when the email looks slightly off, when a team member raises a concern at 9pm on a Friday, when an investor asks a question you didn't expect. This two-hour experience takes a different approach. You'll step into an immersive storytelling scenario set in a world far removed from our own - no servers, no software, no jargon. Within that world, you and a small group of fellow Wellington founders will face a challenge that demands the same instincts a real security incident would: spotting risk early, making calls under pressure, knowing when to escalate, and communicating clearly when it counts. Then we come back to the real world. Together, we'll debrief what happened, unpack the moments that mattered, and translate those instincts directly into your startup — your product, your team, your next conversation with a customer or investor. The story is the vehicle. The learning is yours to keep. What you'll take away: Sharper instincts for noticing risk before it becomes a problem Confidence to lead on security rather than react to it A shared language and a stronger network of founders to lean on when real challenges arise Who it's for: Founders of tech companies starting to think seriously about how security impacts their app, product, or service — and who'd rather build the right instincts now than learn them the hard way. | In Person | Tree & Fern | The Atom—Te Kahu o Te Ao innovation space, 23 Lambton Quay, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand | https://events.humanitix.com/a-cybersecurity-adventure-for-founders | ||||||||||||||||||||||
47 | Fri 22nd May | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2026 | Join to celebrate the people and organisations shaping Aotearoa’s tech future. The Gala Dinner brings the sector together for an unforgettable night honouring the 2026 finalists, winners, and Flying Kiwis. | In Person | NZ Hi-Tech Awards | Spark Arena, Auckland | https://www.hitech.org.nz/events/gala-dinner/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
48 | Fri 22nd May, 8:30am | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Marketers Day Auckland | Marketers Day is a one-day, festival-style experience designed fun and educational for marketers at every stage of their career—from students to fresh grads to fractional CMOs. We have four panel discussions on the day with speakers who'll share practical tips, what works for them and what doesn't, and ideas that you can take into your own work. We explore what it's really like to work in marketing in New Zealand today. | In Person | The Marketing Club AU/NZ (contacts: Chanel Clark & Stu Lees)) | The Garden, 44 George Street, Mt. Eden | https://tmc.zohobackstage.com.au/MarketersDayAuckland#/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
49 | Fri 22nd May, 9am | Aotearoa New Zealand | Advanced Excel That Saves Hours Presented by Excel in BI NZ | Come and join to learn with Ramon, presented by Excel in BI. In these live sessions, we explore practical topics across Data, AI, and Automation, always focused on real business application. If you are a curious professional who wants to better understand how data can improve your work, your decisions, and your career, these sessions are for you.Excel remains one of the most powerful tools in business. In this session, you will learn advanced but practical functions that reduce manual work and improve efficiency.Each session is practical, focused, and designed to deliver real clarity in just one hour. Join us live and take the next step in strengthening your skills in Data, AI, and Automation with Excel in BI. | Online | Excel in BI | Online | https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/dd2c8a30-840e-4813-b56d-5df0251aa13d@d4003d39-e709-4fc5-90bf-d1fc9e75702e/registration | ||||||||||||||||||||||
50 | Fri 22nd May, 1pm | Aotearoa New Zealand | Seeds Impact Conference 2026 | A half day of online panel discussions on a variety of topics, featuring many former Seeds podcast guests and friends. The aim of the conference is to focus on impact and initiatives which show meaningful change across a variety of areas, such as Housing, Education, Entrepreneurship, and more. | Online | Parry Field Lawyers | Online | https://events.humanitix.com/impact-conference-2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
51 | Sat 23rd May, 10am | Otautahi/Christchurch | AI Roadmap Workshop | The AI Roadmap Workshop is a hands-on strategy session designed to help professionals identify the highest-value opportunities for using AI in their work — and leave with a clear plan for implementation. In just two hours, you’ll map your workflows, identify where AI can save time or improve decision-making, and prioritize a short list of AI experiments you can begin immediately. | In Person | Caelan Huntress | EPIC Innovation, 100 Manchester St, Christchurch | https://events.humanitix.com/ai-roadmap-workshop-0526 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
52 | Wed 27th May | Aotearoa New Zealand | Cryptocurrency NZ Meetup | Join one of Cryptocurrency NZ's 12 crypto Meetups across Aotearoa New Zealand; where you can find other Kiwis active in the currency wars of the 21st century: Wellington, Palmerston North, Invercargill, Hamilton, Rotorua, Dunedin, Hawke's Bay, Nelson, Auckland, Christchurch, Tauranga, Queenstown. | In Person | Cryptocurrency NZ Meetup | Multiple locations across Aotearoa New Zealand | https://cryptocurrency.org.nz/meetups | ||||||||||||||||||||||
53 | Wed 27th May, 8:30am | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | The Journey of Scaling with Caffeine & BNZ | Scaling isn’t linear. Hear the highs, lows and lessons behind Tracksuit’s journey from startup to global success alongside James Hurman. | In Person | Caffeine | Level 18, BNZ Tower, 80 Queen Street, Auckland City | https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/the-journey-of-scaling-with-caffeine-bnz-tickets-1987800326286 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
54 | Wed 27th May, 10am | Aotearoa New Zealand | AANZ Expert Session Legal Essentials for Early-Stage Companies | Getting the Foundations Right: Legal Essentials for Early-Stage Companies Join Edwin Lim and Sarah Weersing of Hudson Gavin Martin for an engaging webinar designed to help start-ups and early-stage businesses get their legal foundations right from day one. This online 90 minute session will cover key corporate and commercial issues every founder should understand | Online | AANZ | Online | https://app.glueup.com/event/aanz-expert-session-legal-essentials-for-early-stage-companies-175087/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
55 | Wed 27th May, 1pm | Aotearoa New Zealand | Third Sphere of Empathy | In one hour, you will work through a quick 2026 updated refresher on customer understanding theory, then build one section of a Customer Journey Map grounded in what you actually know. You will leave with a clearer picture of your customer and an AI tool provided free to help you get there faster. | Online | Ministry of Awesome | Online | https://events.humanitix.com/third-sphere-of-empathy | ||||||||||||||||||||||
56 | Wed 27th May, 5:30pm | Ngāmotu/New Plymouth | AI to MVP: supercharging your startup journey | From sharpening customer discovery to rapidly testing ideas, AI is transforming how startups move from concept to reality. This event is designed for founders who want to move faster, smarter, and with greater confidence. | In Person | DOSO | Manifold Coworking Space, 49 Currie Street, New Plymouth | https://www.doso.nz/events/meetup-ai-for-startups | ||||||||||||||||||||||
57 | Thu 28th May, 8am | Tāmaki Makaurau/Auckland | Zoholics Auckland | Zoholics returns in 2026 with a fresh format and a full day of learning, connection, and hands-on product experiences. Join our customers, partners, and product experts as we share ideas, explore new ways of working, and help you get more out of Zoho. | In Person | Zoho | Grand Millennium Auckland | https://events.zoho.com/ZoholicsAuckland2026#/ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
58 | Thu 28th May, 10am | Aotearoa New Zealand | The Female Founder Advantage | Women are building ambitious, high-growth companies across every corner of the startup ecosystem — but the journey doesn’t always look the same. Join Marian Johnson, Yaela Raber, and Lane Litz for a candid pre-Electrify Aotearoa conversation on leadership, growth, funding, resilience, and navigating startup culture. | Online | Ministry of Awesome | Online | https://events.humanitix.com/the-female-founder-advantage | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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