Startup Grind Oslo – Part of the global Startup Grind network. The Oslo chapter hosted monthly fireside chats and networking but appears largely inactive since 2022. Recommend checking for re-launches before listing it as active.
Founders Live Oslo – A recurring pitch night where five founders pitch in 99 seconds, followed by 4 minutes of Q&A and audience voting. Events are confirmed for 2025 (e.g., February 10, 2025).
Oslo Startup Founder 101 – A very active Meetup group with 3,228 members. Runs beginner-friendly workshops on ideation, pitching, legal basics, and fundraising.
Oslo Startup Network – A casual Meetup group with 2,096 members. Hosts after-works, talks, and networking sessions for early-stage founders and enthusiasts.
Startuplab (Oslo & Bergen) – Norway’s largest incubator and accelerator. Its AI Startup program includes the “AI Mad Lab” community with 1,500+ participants, running monthly hands-on sessions and hackathons.
Oslo Fintech Hub – A national cluster initiative supported by ICT Norway and Oslo Business Region. Brings together banks, corporates, and fintech startups. The hub organizes after-work meetups and demo sessions, often with TheFactory accelerator.
Product Tank Oslo – Part of the global ProductTank network, with 3,908 members. Meetups explore product management best practices and UX/UI case studies.
Fuckup Nights Oslo – The local edition of the global movement where entrepreneurs share failure stories. Hosted its first event in 2023, but no recurring events confirmed since then. Should be listed with caution.