Auckland Startup Week 
Leading from the edge of the world
12 - 16 October 2026
 
Here on the edge of the Pacific, the world’s next revolutionary idea is being born. 

Auckland Startup Week is a comprehensive programme designed to celebrate and showcase the great companies, ideas and people all shaping Auckland’s reputation as a global city of innovation. 

Come together with founders, innovators, investors and corporate partners for a five-day festival of events designed to inspire, challenge and connect. 

Events are categorised into four concepts – Starting Out | Scaling Up | Adopt | Ignite 

Starting Out - Join sessions designed to guide you through the crucial early stages of building a startup, from validating your concept to launching into market.

Scaling Up - Navigate the key challenges of scaling, master export fundamentals, and unlock the success factors for entering new markets with confidence.

Adopt - Learn how Auckland's enterprises and startups can collaborate to accelerate growth and create mutual value. 

Ignite - Connect with high-growth companies making global impact and explore scalable investment opportunities in our thriving ecosystem.

Join us from 12 - 16 October 2026 for dynamic keynotes, workshops, pitch competitions and networking events.


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