Pitch Competitions
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Find 9 events where startups can apply to pitch, compete for awards or meet investors. These are event opportunities; accelerators and grants are in Founder Programs.
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- 4YFN Awards 2027
A digital-startup competition with pitching and exhibition opportunities in Barcelona. The official entry announcement gives October 26, 2026 at 17:00 CET as the deadline.
- Hello Tomorrow Challenge
A global deep-tech startup challenge with live pitching and founder support. The official timeline closes applications on November 30, 2026; the FAQ states entry is free.
- Rice Business Plan Competition 2027
A student-startup pitching competition. The official 2027 eligibility page lists applications opening November 9, 2026 and closing January 29, 2027.
- Slush 100 2026
A startup pitching competition. The official 2026 page says applications closed on September 7; watch the organizer for a later edition.
- South Summit Brazil 2027
A startup pitching competition in Porto Alegre. The dedicated 2027 page states registration is free and welcomes startups across sectors and stages.
- South Summit Madrid Startup Competition
A startup competition bringing selected teams together with investors and corporate partners. The organizer lists Madrid registration through January 31, 2027.
- Startup World Cup
A regional-to-global startup pitch competition. The FAQ states there is no application fee, while travel and optional exhibition costs are separate.
- SXSW Pitch 2027
A startup pitching competition in Austin. The official 2027 entry page lists a November 13, 2026 deadline and a $225 regular application fee.
- TechCrunch Startup Battlefield
Startup pitch competition. Applications for 2026 have closed; check the official page for later rounds.
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