The big score
Europe

Europe's leading founder stage

Europe’s boldest founders are heading to Antwerp — and SuperNova is their stage. From game-changing innovations to visionary business ideas, our Big Score Stage brings the continent’s most ambitious founders together with investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders. This is where ideas meet opportunity and the next big thing in European tech takes flight.

The why

Why take the stage at SuperNova 2026?

Access Europe’s top investors

Gain unmatched visibility

Forge strategic partnerships

A European capital
of opportunity

SuperNova isn’t hype — it’s horsepower. From hundreds of active investors to billions in deployable capital, the ecosystem behind our Big Score Stage has already fueled some of Europe’s most exciting scale stories.

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Raised by scaling companies
that were part of SuperNova

Investors have already confirmed

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in dry powder coming to SuperNova 2026

They are part of the SuperNova Community

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Leading international investors
will be attending SuperNova 2026

Meet the investors
Timeline

What does the application process look like?

Here’s how the journey unfolds: from selection to stage time, we guide every entrepreneur through the process. Prepare to meet mentors, polish your pitch, and step onto the SuperNova stage with confidence.

Applications open

30 Sept 2025

Boom! Applications are now open. Seize this opportunity to elevate your growth and visibility.

Applications deadline

21 Dec 2025, 23h59

Tick tock! Time’s ticking - apply before applications close on December 21st - 23h59.

Final selection

28 January 2026

Fingers crossed! After careful consideration, we’ve made our selections. Everyone who applied will be contacted with the results.

Presentation training

5 March 2026

Feeling nervous about your on stage moment? You’re not alone! Our seasoned experts are here to help with tips and tricks for the perfect presentation.

SuperNova

25-26 March 2026

Ready to take the stage and showcase your company at SuperNova 2026?

Application criteria

The bar is set high —
and that’s the point

To take The Big Score Stage, you should tick all the right boxes. We’re looking for ambitious European founders ready to make an impact — not just pitch decks. To apply, make sure your company meets the following criteria:

  • European HQ

  • Founded at least 12 months ago (but not before 2020)

  • Proven market validation through revenue, funding, or signed customer contracts

  • Tech-driven or disruptive solution

  • Working MVP or live product backed by real user feedback

  • A clear and unique value proposition with strong competitive differentiation

  • A founding team with relevant expertise and the drive to scale

  • A global mindset at your core

Think you have what it takes? Shoot your shot.

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