Learn from the moments entrepreneurs would rather forget
Everyone loves to share their success stories. Tonight, we talk about everything that went wrong.
For the very first time, FuckUp Night Nijmegen goes international! In this special English-language edition, a mix of international and Dutch entrepreneurs take the stage to share their biggest failures: the bad decisions, the missed chances and the moments they thought it was all over. And, of course, what they learned from it.
No polished pitches or dry presentations, just honest, funny and sometimes painful stories that prove even successful entrepreneurs make serious blunders. And we’re doing it in style: in Theaterzaal C, a professionally equipped theatre hall in the Elinor Ostrom building on Radboud campus. The perfect stage for an interactive evening full of stories, laughs and lessons learned.
We are proud to announce that Anouk Brinker will host the evening!
Our speakers will be announced in the coming weeks on our social media accounts, so keep an eye on them!
Programme
- 19:00 – Welcome and start of the programme
- 4 entrepreneurs, 4 FuckUps: each speaker shares their story, followed by time for questions from the audience. Ask them anything!
- 21:00 – Drinks, including a free drink for every attendee
This event is for
- (aspiring) entrepreneurs and startup founders
- students and researchers who are curious about entrepreneurship
- internationals and locals who want to connect with Nijmegen’s startup community
- anyone who wants to learn from failure (and have a good laugh)
Practical details
Date: 24 November 2026
Time: 19:00–21:00, followed by drinks
Location: Theaterzaal C (EOS N 01.260), Elinor Ostrom building, Heyendaalseweg 141, Nijmegen (Radboud University campus)
Language: English
Cost: Free – including one free drink
Organised by: The Launch, StartUp Nijmegen & HAN Centrum voor Ondernemerschap
Participation is free of charge, but not free of costs. In case of a no-show or cancellation within 24 hours prior to the event, a fee of €15 (excluding VAT) will be charged to cover incurred expenses.
Be quick: gone = gone! Seats are limited and previous editions sold out, so secure your spot now.