Join New Mexico’s startup community for the Startup World Cup Regional Competition during New Mexico Tech Week.
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.
October 28, 2026
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
CNM Smith Brasher Hall
717 University Blvd SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
Applications close September 14
Presented by ActivateNM and New Mexico Tech Week
Watch New Mexico’s most promising startups compete in the Startup World Cup Regional Competition. Selected finalists will pitch their businesses to a panel of judges for the chance to advance to the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco.
Come see live pitches, discover emerging companies, and connect with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders.
Pitchers Announced: September 28
Presented by ActivateNM and City of Albuquerque
Startup Fiesta is a celebration of New Mexico’s entrepreneurial community. It brings founders, entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and community members together to connect, share ideas, and celebrate the people building businesses across our state.
Startup Fiesta and the Startup World Cup Regional Competition will take place together at CNM Smith Brasher Hall, giving attendees the opportunity to experience both the excitement of the competition and the energy of New Mexico’s startup community.
October 28, 2026
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
CNM Smith Brasher Hall
717 University Blvd SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
ActivateNM promotes economic growth in New Mexico by connecting and guiding entrepreneurs through tailored support, from idea to scale.
New Mexico Tech Week (NMTW for short) is a first-of-its-kind, statewide celebration of technology, innovation, and community. From grassroots meetups to the flagship conference, this is a full week of connection, learning, and building the future of tech in the Land of Enchantment.
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