The BEST Entrepreneurship Experience (BEE) is a week-long event, taking place from March 6th to 12th, 2026, that brings together university students from across Europe interested in innovation, startups, technology, and sustainability.

BEST Entrepreneurship Experience (BEE) Competition

During the program, a competition on March 7th and 8th at the Unicorn Stage in the Beato Innovation District, where teams of students will work together to solve real-world challenges proposed by partner companies and startups, creating innovative solutions.

Throughout the event, participants take part in entrepreneurship workshops, innovation sprints, and mentoring sessions with professionals, culminating in presentations to a panel of judges. 

More than a competition, BEE is a hands-on learning experience that helps students strengthen their entrepreneurial mindset, teamwork, and communication skills, as well as connecting them with industry experts. On the remaining days, BEE includes lectures, workshops, and networking sessions, open to all students.

BEST Lisboa is a student organization at Instituto Superior Técnico, part of the Board of European Students of Technology (BEST), a network present in more than 30 countries and 84 cities in Europe, dedicated to supporting the development of technology students and fostering international collaboration.

⚲ Unicorn Stage

    Unicorn Factory Lisboa - Beato Innovation District

    Avenida Infante Dom Henrique nr.141 - 145, 1950-406 Lisboa