Newark Demo Day: 2026 and Beyond

​Join us for an inspiring Demo Day showcasing a new generation of startups building technology with purpose.

​We're thrilled to announce the return of Newark Demo Day at this year's Newark Tech Week (NTW) on October 20 at The Newark Museum of Art! This groundbreaking event is brought to you by Audible, Newark Alliance, Invest Newark, and Prudential, with partners including New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII), Lair East Labs, Rutgers University, HAX, and Tech United.

​If you're a Newark founder looking for an outlet to get exposure and feedback on your product, this is your day! Apply now to be one of the companies that can table for the general public or pitch to a panel of judges. The winner of the pitch competition will receive a $5,000 cash prize.

​If you are a younger founder, student or building something for the first time, we are making space for you! Apply to be a first time pitcher and get practice on the big stage.

​Apply Here - Demo Day Pitching/ Tabling Application

​The event will kick off with remarks from NJ's leading tech voices, followed by dynamic startup presentations, exhibition booths, and plenty of opportunities to network. Investors, innovators, and key players in the regional ecosystem will be in the mix, sparking connections and conversations that matter.