Texas Venture Gala & Forum 2026
The 3rd Annual Texas Venture Gala & Forum are our industry's sister signature gatherings featuring the innovation ecosystem from across 20+ cities.
A RECONVENING OF TEXAS INNOVATION: Hosted at the Texas State Capitol Building & JW Marriott in one truly Texas-sized experience, speakers, guests, and recognized Texans include: venture capital firms, allocators, emerging managers, incubators, accelerators, angel networks, universities, family offices, elected & appointed officials, successful CEOs, and industry partners.
ACCESS & AGENDA: As a Texas Venture Patron, you receive complimentary and reserved seating access to the capacity-limited Texas Venture Forum at the State Capitol as well as the Texas Venture Gala. With featured briefings, post-session speaker access, focused networking, private roundtables, and open mingling, there are plenty of ways to connect with peers and industry leaders.
May 26: 10-12, Pre Event & Badge Pick Up (lunch on your own)
May 26: 5-9pm, Texas Venture Gala at JW Marriott
May 27: 9-2pm, Texas Venture Forum
More details about agenda + up-to-date info: www.texasventuregala.com.
AWARDS: The "Texas Crystal Boot Awards" & the "Texans Choice Awards" during the Gala honor the: Texas Investor of the Year, Texas Innovator of the Year, Texas Venture Fest of the Year… and with the announcement of the new Gala theme, “Innovation As Statecraft”, we introduce the Texas Statecraft Leader of the Year spotlighting government leaders supporting innovation.
VOLUNTEERS: We accept volunteers and are able to offer varying levels of perks depending on availability. Share your interest here.
PARKING: Texas State Capitol parking instructions are here, and JW Marriott parking instructions are here. You may also consider consider street parking for both venues.
Learn more about this event at www.texasventuregala.com.