Dream it.
Pitch it.
Win it.
The business idea competition Idearace has become one of the most important events in South Karelia, bringing the most innovative business ideas of students, entrepreneurs and creative people to the public. Every year, around 40 brave teams have come forward with their ideas and only the best of them have been selected to reach the top. In 2024, the final event attracted over 170 curious listeners, in front of whom the finalists presented their ideas.
Now is your moment to shine the brightest! The finalists are expected to commit to a weekend bootcamp on 28.-29.3.2025 and to present their business idea at the final event on Friday 11.4.2025, on the stage of the Viipuri Hall of LUT University.
Main prize 5000 € to developing the idea
New contacts and networks
Pitching and performance coaching
5 minutes of undivided attention at the stage
Great and energetic atmosphere
This year, teams will compete in a one category. Idearace Open is an industry-independent competition category for all university students studying in Finland and private individuals and entrepreneurs in South Karelia.
Idearace
final
11.4.2025
Idearace brings together the most promising start-ups and innovative ideas in South Karelia. In addition to the competition, you will hear inspiring keynote speeches and network with other curious participants.
The best idea will be rewarded with €5,000 to develop the business idea. In addition, the most developable idea as well audience favourite will be rewarded.
Welcome to watch the final on site and enjoy the energetic atmosphere in Lappeenranta at LUT University’s Viipuri Hall!
