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Join New Mexico’s startup community for the Startup World Cup Regional Competition during New Mexico Tech Week.

Startup Fiesta Joins Startup World Cup

Presented by ActivateNM, Startup Fiesta is joining forces with Startup World Cup as part of New Mexico Tech Week to bring together entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and the broader startup community. This regional competition will showcase New Mexico’s most promising startups as they compete for the opportunity to advance to the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco.

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October 28, 2026
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

CNM Smith Brasher Hall
717 University Blvd, Albuquerque, NM 87106

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Startup World Cup Regional Competition

Startup Fiesta is bringing Startup World Cup to New Mexico as part of New Mexico Tech Week. This high-energy regional competition gives startups the opportunity to showcase their businesses, connect with investors and industry leaders, and compete for the chance to advance to the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco.

Selected finalists will present their companies through live pitches evaluated by a panel of judges from the entrepreneurial and investment community.

Here is what’s happening:

Startup Fiesta 2023

Important Dates:

  • Submission Deadline: September 14
  • Pitchers Announced: September 28
  • Regional Pitch Finale: October 26

Regional Pitch Finale – When & Where:

  • October 28, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Smith Brasher Hall (717 University Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106)

Why Attend?

  • Discover innovative startups from across New Mexico.
  • Connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders.
  • Experience live startup pitches.
  • Support New Mexico’s growing innovation ecosystem.
  • Be part of a statewide celebration of technology and entrepreneurship.

ActivateNM’s Startup Fiesta is more than just an event

Startup Fiesta is a celebration of New Mexico’s entrepreneurial spirit. Join us for this collaborative event and an evening filled with innovation, connections, and fun!

ActivateNM: Ideas Ignited, Businesses Activated 

ActivateNM is promoting economic growth in New Mexico by connecting and guiding entrepreneurs through tailored support tiers, from idea to scale.

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