FAQs

Pafos Innovation Week (PFSIW) is Cyprus’ flagship festival of innovation, entrepreneurship, and creativity. From March 5–8, 2026, the coastal city of Paphos will transform into a living lab of ideas, hosting hackathons, STEAM bootcamps, startup showcases, investor meetups, cultural experiences, and thought-provoking panels. Aligned with the EU Strategic Agenda 2024–2029 and the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU, PFSIW connects visionary thinkers from Europe, MENA, and beyond to co-create bold solutions to global challenges

Dates: March 5–8, 2026. Location: Multiple venues across Paphos, Cyprus — from historic landmarks to modern conference halls.

PFSIW draws startups & scaleups, investors, policymakers, educators, creatives, tech experts, students, and innovation enthusiasts from across Europe, MENA, and beyond.

The HQ will be the central hub for networking and collaboration. Location to be announced soon.

PFSIW’s #BeKind Code of Conduct will be published on pfsiw.com ahead of the event.

The official program will be on pfsiw.com in early 2026, covering multiple tracks from tech to sustainability.

Some events will be free; others will require registration or tickets. Details will be listed in the program.

Yes — event applications will open in fall 2025. Whether you’re a company, NGO, startup hub, university, or community group, you can bring your own session to life and become part of the official program.

PFSIW will gather top startups from Cyprus, the EU, and MENA. The investor track includes curated pitches, deal-flow meetings, closed-door roundtables, and exclusive networking dinners.

Yes — VIP investor-only experiences will connect you with founders that match your portfolio focus

Join the startup expo, pitch competitions, workshops, or host your own side event. Applications open mid-2025.

Yes — from quick showcases to in-depth founder presentations on the main stage and investor lounge.

Yes — it’s the perfect stage for a high-impact launch with media, investors, and international exposure.

PFSIW is where Europe meets the Mediterranean to shape the future. Expect powerful stories, interviews, and access to innovators.

Yes — accredited media will have exclusive access to briefings, interviews, and curated visits

Press accreditation applications open in late 2025 on pfsiw.com

We recommend arriving by March 4, 2026, to catch the opening and maximise networking opportunities.

Yes — hotel and airline discounts will be announced on our website.

Paphos is compact; most venues are walkable. Shuttles, taxis, buses, and bikes are available

Explore UNESCO heritage sites, enjoy Mediterranean beaches, or take part in outdoor adventures