Young European Entrepreneur Award - Final Pitching Contest
Initiated in 2023 by the European Parliament, the Young European Entrepreneur Award is a business pitching contest open to young entrepreneurs from all industries. The contest aims to empower start-ups and innovators with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to thrive in an increasingly competitive business landscape.
Each of the 10 finalists will receive up to €20,000 worth of tailored pre-incubation/acceleration training, providing them with the resources and guidance needed to take their businesses to the next level. The 10 finalists will also be invited to present their ideas to industry leaders, policymakers, and potential investors from across Europe at the final pitching event, which will take place during the EU Industry Days on June 5.
Location: ZEN.COM Expo- Centrum Wystawienniczo–Kongresowe Województwa Podkarpackiego
The European Startup Prize for Mobility – Award Ceremony of the 6th edition
Join us as we celebrate Europe’s 10 most promising clean mobility startups for 2025, selected through a rigorous competition among over 500.
The ceremony will feature live pitches by the finalist startups, followed by an interactive audience vote to crown this year’s Public Award winner. High-level EU policymakers and industry leaders—including European Parliament Vice-President Younous Omarjee, European Investment Bank Teresa Czerwinska, will take the stage to spotlight Europe’s innovation agenda.
The event will conclude with a networking cocktail dinner, offering a unique opportunity to connect with startups, investors, and decision-makers shaping the future of sustainable mobility in Europe.
Location: Podkarpacki Science and Technology Park Aeropolis, Jasionka 954, 36-002 Jasionka, Poland
Clusters Meet Regions in Rzeszów
The Clusters Meet Regions event in Rzeszów, Poland will take place on 3-4 June 2025, hosted by the Local Government of the Podkarpackie Region in collaboration with the European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP) on behalf of the European Commission. This event is part of the broader Clusters Meet Regions series, which aims to strengthen the role of clusters in regional economic development.
With a strong industrial base, the Podkarpackie Region has positioned itself as one of leaders in aerospace and advanced manufacturing, with clusters playing a crucial role in these sectors. The event will provide a unique opportunity to explore the innovation ecosystem in the Region and offer a prime opportunity to zoom in on security and dual-use technologies and discuss key developments in the drone industry.
The Clusters Meet Regions event in Rzeszów is one of the official side events of the EU Industry Days 2025.
Location: Podkarpackie Science and Technology Park in Jasionka
EUIndTech2025 - Industrial technologies and materials for a sustainable Europe
The conference on industrial technologies and materials for a sustainable Europe, INDTECH 2025, will take place in Kraków, Poland, from 2-4 June 2025. As a flagship event under the Polish Presidency of the EU Council, it will bring together researchers, industry leaders, policymakers, SMEs, startups, and spin-offs to advance Europe’s industrial transformation. The conference aims to facilitate discussions on future trends and industry development within the EU, fostering the exchange of knowledge and experiences. Key topics will include research funding and investment strategies that support the shift towards sustainable development, alongside presentations of cutting-edge technological solutions, particularly green innovations. Additionally, the event will serve as a platform to highlight essential stakeholders in the innovation ecosystem, offering unique opportunities for networking and collaboration.
Location: Kraków, Poland
Tour of the Rzeszów Cellars
We invite you to explore the Rzeszów Underground Tourist Route – a unique attraction hidden beneath the city’s main square. It’s a remarkable opportunity to discover the history of Rzeszów from a completely different perspective. The underground tours will start on 4th June from 8.30 PM, taking place every 15 minutes. To participate, indicate your interest when registering via the official EU Industry Days registration link.
Date: June 4, 2025, starting at 8.30 PM
Place: Market square in Rzeszów
Mapping show on Rzeszów Town Hall
The Rzeszów Town Hall will become the backdrop for a unique mapping show — a multimedia spectacle combining light, sound, and animation. The historic building’s façade will come to life through modern technology, showcasing dynamic visuals inspired by the world of industry, innovation, and cutting-edge technology.
Date: June 4, 2025, 8.30 PM, 8.45 PM, 9 PM
Place: Market square in Rzeszów
String concert - Lejdis Quartet
A string quartet founded by four girls from Rzeszów, full of love for music. They perfected their skills at music universities in Poland (Krakow, Katowice, Warsaw) with outstanding professors and virtuosos. Their debut took place in 2013 at the opening of multimedia fountains in Rzeszów. Since then, the band has been developing dynamically, participating in concerts and recording albums.
Members: Natalia Musz (violin), Natalia Kmita (2nd violin), Aleksandra Jarosińska (viola), Monika Bieda-Kapias (cello)
Date: June 5, 2025, 7.30 PM
Place: Lubomirski Avenue in Rzeszów
Concert - Brassers
Brassers is a nine-person band from Warsaw that creates music inspired by techno/house. It is a fusion of Brass Band with electronics and jazz music. The wide range of instruments, which includes traditional wind instruments, percussion instruments and modern electronics, create a unique style of the group. The combination of dance techno beats with improvisations of musicians is an unusual character and a very high level of spontaneity of the band. The members of the Brassers band are musicians with an exceptionally rich experience. Before they joined forces, they worked with the biggest names of the Polish music scene, which allowed them to develop a unique style and approach to creativity.
Date: June 5, 2025, 8:30 PM
Place: The square between the synagogues, Bożnicza Street in Rzeszów
Performance - Art Color Ballet
The performance HULANKI performed by the Art Color Ballet group is an original project of the choreographer and visual artist Agnieszka Glińska inspired by the folklore of Polish and borderland art, the painting and music style is a journey through the traditions of the regions. The combination of folk painting motifs, the most interesting sounds of singing in a white voice, and a modern interpretation of the choreography will allow you to rediscover the beauty of tradition.
Dance: Art Color Ballet
Choreography and visual design: Agnieszka Glińska
Traditional songs: vocal groups STROJONE and SWADA
Date: June 5, 2025, 9:00 PM
Place: Market square in Rzeszów