December’s Must-Attend Events for Entrepreneurs and the Self-Employed in Austria (In-Person & Online)
- SEA Team
- 5 days ago
- 3 min read
As the year winds down and Christmas markets light up across Austria, December brings a host of special events in a festive mood. There are plenty of cozy meetups designed to help self-employed professionals end the year together with a supportive community.
Most events are hosted in English or at least offer clear English guidance. If the language is not mentioned, it is a good idea to check with the organizers to make sure everything works for you. We hope this guide helps you finish the year with fresh insights, stronger connections, and plenty of inspiration.
Pregnancy and Childcare Allowance for the Self-Employed in Austria
Date & Time: 03 December 2025, 17:00 to 18:30 CET
Format: Online
Organiser: Miglena Hofer
Join Miglena Hofer for a practical webinar that clarifies social insurance coverage during pregnancy, operational assistance options, maternity allowance, and key entitlements for self-employed parents in Austria. Free for SEA members.
Financial Education for Expats
Date & Time: Wednesday 3 December, 19:00 to 21:00 CET
Format: In-person, Löwengasse 3, Vienna
Organiser: iAdvise Financial Services GmbH
A practical introduction to financial planning, social security, and insurance for internationals living in Austria.
Understanding the Creator Economy
Date & Time: Thursday 4 December, 17:00 to 18:00 CET
Format: Online
Organiser: Social Rising
A panel of authors discussing the creator economy, brand collaboration, and the evolution of creator platforms.
The Keynote Lab: Create Your Impact Story
Date & Time: 10 December 2025
Format: Part of winter programme, online and in-person sessions
Organiser: Keynote Lab - Greepertise
This session helps mid-career women in sustainability and innovation clarify their unique value and shape the core narrative of their keynote. SEA members get 20 percent off. Full programme details available via the event link.
XMAS Party for Women Entrepreneurs (Vienna)
Date & Time: Wednesday 10 December 2025, 18:00 onwards
Format: In-person, BABUDERS Karaoke Bar, Tiefer Graben, 1010 Vienna
Organiser: EXPEERTS Club
An unforgettable Christmas party for women entrepreneurs, filled with karaoke, connection, and high energy.
Graz Christmas Market Glühwein & Year Wrap Up
Date & Time: 11 December 2025, 17:00 to 22:50
Format: In-person, Graz
Organiser: Self-Employed in Austria
Celebrate the end of the year at a Graz Christmas Market with the Self-employed in Austria community! Share one win from 2025 and one intention for 2026 in a warm and friendly setting.
Holiday Vibe Coding Workshop: Launch Your MVP in Minutes with AI
Date & Time: 11 December 2025, 18:00 to 21:00
Format: In-person, Vienna
Organiser: Founder Institute Austria
A festive hands-on workshop to build AI-powered app prototypes using Lovable. Expect mulled wine, gingerbread, and a creative atmosphere for founders and makers. Bring your laptop, curiosity, and Christmas sweater.
UX Research Afterwork Vienna, Christmas Edition
Date & Time: 11 December 2025, 18:00 to 20:00
Format: In-person, Marxergasse 24, Vienna
Organiser: rapid user feedback GmbH
A relaxed evening of product, UX, and market research talks, networking, and inspiration to close the year.
Vienna Christmas Market Glühwein & Year Wrap Up
Date & Time: 15 December 2025, 18:00 to 23:50
Format: In-person, Vienna
Organiser: Self-Employed in Austria
A cozy meetup at the Vienna Christmas Market with the Self-employed in Austria community! Bring your highlights from 2025 and your goals for 2026.
Meetup for Creators and Influencers
Date & Time: 17 December 2025, 17:00 to 18:00
Format: Online
Organiser: Social Rising
A meetup for creators, digital entrepreneurs, and influencers to connect, exchange insights, and find collaboration opportunities.
Know of an important event we missed? We’d love to hear about it!
Drop us a line at hi@self-employed.at and we’ll consider adding it to the calendar.
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