February & March 2026: Must-Attend Events for Entrepreneurs and the Self-Employed in Austria (In-person & Online)

Whether you’re freelancing, building your first startup, or scaling an established business, early 2026 is already rich in hands-on AI workshops, practical tax guidance, founder meetups, mentorship programs, and international conferences, all designed to help self-employed professionals and entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder.

With Artificial Intelligence rapidly becoming a standard business tool and Austria offering strong institutional and community support, these events are ideal for learning, networking, and staying ahead of the curve.

Below is a curated selection of high-impact events, both in-person and online, that are worth checking out.

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 kick off the year with fresh insights, stronger connections, and plenty of inspiration!

February 2026

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Build Your AI-Powered MVP in 90 Minutes with Lovable

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Build Your AI-Powered MVP in 90 Minutes with Lovable

You have an idea that will not leave you alone, and now it is time to turn it into something people can actually click, explore, and respond to. In this 90-minute, hands-on Founder Institute session, we will walk through how to build your first MVP and landing page with Lovable, from Figma designs all the way to real AI features powered by Gemini or OpenAI.

Date & Time: Feb 11, 2026 | 18:00 – 19:30

Format: Online

Organiser: Founder Institute (Kasia Sadowska)

Event Summary: A fast-paced, hands-on workshop where participants use the Lovable platform to build a functional MVP and landing page in just 90 minutes. Ideal for founders who want to move from idea to execution—quickly and pragmatically.

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Accelerate Idea Validation with AI

Date & Time: Feb 18, 2026 | 15:00 – 17:00

Format: In-person (Impact Hub Vienna)

Organiser: Impact Hub Vienna

Event Summary:This founder-friendly workshop focuses on turning assumptions into real-world tests. Within two hours, participants build a landing page and a scrappy MVP using AI—perfect for validating ideas before investing serious time or money.

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Waypoint Community Building Lab: Identity, Culture & Safety

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Building Thriving Communities — Purpose, People & Value: What's our Why?, Mon, Feb 23, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup

Join us for a 4-part networking series, focused on the principles of effective community-building — for & by community-builders. **4 Events (February - May)** — Join any o

Date & Time: Feb 23, 2026  | 18:00 – 21:00

Format: In-person (Vienna)

Organiser: Waypoint Lab

Event Summary: A specialized workshop for anyone involved in building or managing professional communities. The session explores identity, culture, and safety, with insights and real-life experiences from Vienna-based community builders.

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Tax Declaration 2025 Webinar

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Tax Declaration 2025 - Learn How to Fill out the Income Tax Return Form as a Self-employed Person in Austria | Self-employed in Austria

Together with a tax advisor we will go through the income tax return forms E1a and E1 and answer your questions about filing a simple tax declaration for 2025 as a self-employed person in Austria.

Date & Time: Feb 24, 2026 | 17:00 – 18:30

Format: Online Webinar + Q&A

Organiser: Self-Employed in Austria (SEA)

Event Summary: A practical, no-nonsense walkthrough of Austria’s E1 and E1a income tax return forms for self-employed individuals. Led by a professional tax advisor, this session is especially valuable if you want clarity and fewer surprises during tax season, and learn to file it on your own.

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February 2026 Meetup for the Self-Employed

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February 2026 Meetup for the Self-Employed in Austria (Vienna) | Self-employed in Austria

Join us for an evening of real conversations about our projects, businesses, and self-employment challenges. Expect genuine connections, practical ideas, and takeaways you can actually use.

Date & Time: Feb 26, 2026 | 18:00 – 22:00

Format: In-person (Café Caspar, Vienna)

Organiser: Self-Employed in Austria (SEA)

Event Summary: An evening focused on genuine, peer-to-peer conversations about business projects, challenges, and life as a self-employed professional.

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Bonus Event: Learn, Laugh & Level Up Your Speaking Skills

PowerPoint Karaoke (in English) – Business Meets Pleasure

Format: In-person (Vienna)

Doors Open: 19:00; Show Starts: 19:30

Location: Beavers Pub, Schönbrunner Str. 98, 1050 Wien

Event Summary: Business meets pleasure at this hilariously unpredictable PowerPoint Karaoke show — a perfect bonus event for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and self-employed professionals who want to sharpen their public speaking, improvisation, and presentation skills while sharing a good laugh with fellow English speakers.

Participants take the stage and deliver impromptu presentations using slides they’ve never seen before, testing their wit, creativity, and ability to think on their feet. Whether you jump on stage or sit back and enjoy the chaos, the night promises laughter, camaraderie, and plenty of unexpected twists.

Bonus tip: If you’d like dinner beforehand, Beavers Pub serves great burgers. Reservations are recommended for 18:30 or 19:00, followed by comedy downstairs as dessert 😉

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March 2026

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The MarTech Conference

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MarTech® - The Marketing Technology Conference

Discover cutting-edge marketing technologies that can help you boost ROI, deliver powerful customer experiences, and drive company-wide success.

Date: Mar 4, 2026

Format: Online (Global)

Organiser: Third Door Media (MarTech)

Event Summary: A leading global conference for marketing and business professionals. The 2026 edition places strong emphasis on practical AI applications for small and mid-sized teams, making it highly relevant for founders and solo operators.

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Sprechen Sie Success: Strength in Every Story

Date & Time: Mar 7–8, 2026

• Saturday: 10:00 – 18:00

• Sunday: 10:00 – 14:00

Format: In-person (Vienna: Reaktor & The Social Hub)

Organiser: NIWA – Network of International Women in Austria

Event Summary :A two-day event for women focused on professional storytelling, business skills, and networking. Day one features panels and performances at Reaktor, while day two offers practical workshops and CV reviews at The Social Hub.

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Entrepreneurship Avenue 2026 Kick-Off

Date & Time: Mar 9, 2026 | 17:00 – 21:30

Format: In-person (TU Wien – Kuppelsaal)

Organiser: Entrepreneurship Avenue

Event Summary: The official launch of Europe’s largest student-focused entrepreneurial series. The kick-off features keynote speakers, ecosystem insights, and networking opportunities with founders, investors, and innovators.

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The International: Salon: Self-Employment (In-person)

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Salon: Self-Employment · Luma

The International Salon is a monthly in-person community event series focused on practical knowledge exchange and networking for Austria’s international…

Date: March 13, 2026 (TBA)

Time: 17:00 - 19:00

Format: In-person: Impact Hub Vienna

Organiser: The International

Event Summary: ​A monthly in-person community event series focused on practical knowledge exchange and networking for Austria’s international community. The March salon focuses on self-employment in Austria. It starts with a presentation on the basics of being or becoming self-employed, delivered by Self-employed in Austria (SEA). After the presentation, there will be time for a few audience questions, and networking.

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Cash Flow Survival for a First-Time Founder

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Cash Flow Survival for a First-Time Founder

Starting your startup journey? Let's make sure your finances are set up for success! Join us for a hands-on session with Oz Merchant, CEO of Futureproof, on managing cash flow as a first-time founder. Learn key financial principles to avoid common pitfalls and build a solid foundation for your startup. We'll cover cash flow management, knowing when to grow, and how to start strong financially. Whether you're still developing your idea or just getting started, this session will equip you with the tools to move forward confidently. Secure your spot and gain the financial insights to kickstart your startup's journey!

Date & Time: Mar 17, 2026 | 17:00

Format: Online

Organiser: Founder Institute

Event Summary: A practical session focused on financial survival in the early stages of a business. Topics include liquidity management, burn rate control, and financial planning frameworks every first-time founder should understand.

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Business and Financial Plan Workshop

Date & Time: Mar 18, 2026 | 10:00 – 16:00

Format: In-person (Vienna Business Agency / Wirtschaftsagentur Wien)

Organiser: Vienna Business Agency

Event Summary: An intensive, full-day workshop helping founders turn ideas into structured business and financial plans. Participants work with the Business Model Canvas and gain clarity on numbers, strategy, and long-term viability.

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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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