VivaTech 2027 Paris: Guide, Who Attends & Attendee List
By Ilyas Kerbal,
VivaTech is Europe’s largest startup and technology event. The 10th edition in 2026 set a record with more than 200,000 visitors from 165 nationalities, 15,000+ startups, 4,500+ exhibitors (61% international) and 1,155 speakers. The next edition runs from 16 to 19 June 2027 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
For B2B tech vendors, VivaTech is less about the startup buzz and more about access to corporate innovation teams and investors. Here is what to expect and how to plan your list of people to meet.
VivaTech 2027 at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Industry | Tech / startups |
| Venue | Paris Expo Porte de Versailles |
| City and country | Paris, France |
| Next edition | 16–19 June 2027 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Does it move? | No. Always Paris, annual. |
| Scale | 200,000+ visitors from 165 nationalities; 15,000+ startups; 4,500+ exhibitors (61% international); 1,155 speakers (2026) |
| Organiser | Publicis Groupe and Groupe Les Echos-Le Parisien |
| Typical ticket price | ~€300–1,000+ for professional passes; public day ~€30–50 (estimate) |
| Event app / platform | VivaTech app (networking, meetings, agenda) |
| Website | vivatechnology.com |
What happens at VivaTech
Large corporates such as LVMH, Google, Orange and BNP Paribas build innovation “labs” on the show floor to showcase partner startups. Thousands of startups pitch to investors and corporate teams, and heads of state and big-tech CEOs take the main stages. Content covers AI, mobility, climate tech, health, retail and space.
The first three days are for professionals. The final Saturday opens to the public.
Where it takes place
VivaTech is held at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles in southern Paris (metro line 12, tram T2 and T3a). It stays in Paris, and a separate VivaTech Toronto edition has run since 2023. Paris hotel prices rise in June, so book early.
Who attends VivaTech
| Audience | Why they’re there | Sales angle |
|---|---|---|
| Founders and startup teams | Customers, investors, partners | Many, but often early stage |
| Corporate innovation, strategy and digital leaders | Scout partners and pilots | Key buyers for B2B tech |
| VCs, angels and corporate VCs | Deal flow | Partners and investors |
| Government officials and delegations | Policy and attraction | Public-sector and ecosystem deals |
| Students and enthusiasts | Public day | Low B2B value |
The quality of attendees varies a lot. Serious buyers are there, but you have to find them among more than 200,000 people.
Public pitch stage at VivaTech 2024. Photo: 3(MG)², CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Passes and prices
| Pass | Approximate price |
|---|---|
| Professional passes (visitor, investor, startup, VIP) | €300–1,000+ (estimate) |
| Public day (Saturday) | €30–50 |
Early-bird and startup discounts exist. Check the official site for current rates.
The VivaTech app
The VivaTech app provides networking, meeting booking, the agenda and the exhibitor and startup directory, including Investors Office Hours slots. It is one of the better event apps for networking. The limits are familiar, though: no export, request caps, and many senior corporate attendees who never respond to in-app messages.
How to prospect VivaTech
- List the corporate labs and their partner startups. They show which enterprises are actively buying innovation.
- Identify the innovation, digital and procurement leads behind each corporate presence.
- Use speakers as a target list. Senior executives on stage are easier to approach with context.
- Reach out outside the app by email and LinkedIn, two to three weeks before the event.
- Avoid Saturday for B2B. The public day is not useful for business meetings.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Huge concentration of corporate innovation buyers and investors | Very crowded, mixed quality |
| Easy access to partner startups through corporate labs | Big corporate stands dominate |
| Strong media visibility and top speakers | Paris hotels in June |
| Good for vendors targeting large enterprises | Public day not useful for B2B |
Frequently asked questions
When is VivaTech 2027?
From 16 to 19 June 2027 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.
Who organises VivaTech?
Publicis Groupe and Groupe Les Echos-Le Parisien.
How much is a VivaTech pass?
Professional passes are roughly €300–1,000+, and public-day tickets about €30–50.
Can I get a VivaTech attendee list?
The app does not allow exports. An enriched list covers exhibitors, corporate labs, speakers and investors with company and role data.
Plan your VivaTech meetings early
VivaTech moves fast and the best people are booked well before June. If you want a targeted list of the corporates and investors that matter to you, ask for a quote on the Prospector home page.
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Sources
Image credits
- Cover image: Photo: Jérémy Barande, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Crowds on the show floor of VivaTech in Paris.
- In-article image: Photo: 3(MG)², CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Public pitch stage at VivaTech 2024.
