​Join Techstars Startup Weekend NOLA and Kickstart Your Entrepreneurial Journey!

​Startup Weekend is a 54-hour experience where aspiring entrepreneurs from New Orleans and beyond meet, form teams, brainstorm ideas, receive mentorship, and pitch to a panel of judges.

​It’s your chance to test a startup idea, build something real, and discover if the startup life is right for you — all in just one weekend!

​Over 400,000 people across 150+ countries have participated in Startup Weekends, launching thousands of companies (some of which have become unicorns).

​Who Should Attend:
Anyone curious about startups! Whether you're a student, working professional, or simply have an entrepreneurial spirit, Startup Weekend is for you. No prior idea needed — join a team or create one on the spot!

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​What to Expect:

• ​Friday (Evening): Meet participants, form teams, and kick off your startup idea.

• ​Saturday (Full Day): Ideate, validate your idea with customers, and get mentored by Techstars' network.

• ​Sunday (Full Day): Finalize your solution and pitch to a panel of investors, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem leaders. Celebrate your progress with a networking event!

• ​For additional information, consult the Techstars Startup Weekend FAQs:

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​What You'll Get:

• ​Meet fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and mentors from the NOLA startup ecosystem.

• ​Form a team, test a startup idea, and experience building something from scratch.

• ​Pitch to a panel of experts and get valuable feedback.

• ​Meals, beverages, coffee, and snacks provided throughout the weekend.
  
  

​What to Bring:

• ​​Laptop or portable computer

• ​​Power cord

• ​​Notepad and pen

• ​​Business cards or a digital app

• ​​Your phone (photos and videos are welcome!)

• ​​Optional: second monitor, keyboard, etc.

• ​​Most of all: bring your energy and an open mind!
  
  

​Weekend Schedule:

​Friday, May 16

• ​5:00 PM: Participant Arrival & Check-in

• ​6:00 PM: Welcome, Event Overview & Dinner

• ​7:00 PM: Pitches

• ​8:00 PM: Voting & Team Formation

• ​8:30 PM: Team Working Sessions

• ​11:00 PM: Wrap-up

​Saturday, May 17

• ​8:30 AM: Participant Arrival & Breakfast

• ​9:00 AM: Team Working Sessions

• ​12:00 PM: Lunch

• ​1:00 PM: Team Working Sessions

• ​7:00 PM: Dinner

• ​8:00 PM: Team Working Sessions

• ​11:00 PM: Wrap-up

​Sunday, May 18

• ​8:30 AM: Participant Arrival & Breakfast

• ​9:00 AM: Team Working Sessions

• ​12:00 PM: Lunch

• ​1:00 PM: Team Working Sessions

• ​5:00 PM: Pitch Competition

• ​7:00 PM: Dinner & Close Out

• ​8:00 PM: Wrap-up
  
  

​Event Partners:

​Brought to you by Techstars in collaboration with GNO, Inc. and local partners.

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​Global Sponsors:

​Terms of Participation:

​By attending, you consent to Techstars capturing photos/videos for marketing purposes. By registering, you agree to the Techstars Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Media Release Policy.

​Questions? Contact privacy@techstars.com.