START Summit 2026 · St. Gallen
Food Festival
100% Free Entry & Open to the Public
Two days of international street food, live music, and a massive Friday afterparty — no ticket required. Come as you are.
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DJ-Battle of Associations & Afterparty
Local associations each get a 30-minute slot on the official RedBull DJ Truck. Then food melts into the biggest Summit × Hack Afterparty ever.
The Battle
30-Minute Slots. Loudest Crowd Wins.
Local associations take the stage on the official RedBull DJ Truck. Each gets 30 minutes to whip the crowd into a frenzy. The association that brings the loudest crowd wins a completely free round of shots — sponsored by THE MATE.
The Prize
Free round of shots sponsored by THE MATE
The one bringing the house down when the festival shifts into full party mode.
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Networking can be delicious.
Get out of the office! The Food Festival is perfect for a team lunch, a team event, or after-work drinks with colleagues. Great food, open bar, and a festival vibe right on the Olma Grounds.
- Team lunch outing
- After-work drinks & networking
- Informal team event
- Client entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
No! The Food Festival is completely free and open to everyone in St. Gallen. No ticket, no registration — just show up.
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