_ChicagoStartupWeekend
_ChicagoStartupWeekend

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Chicago’s hackathon for early-stage tech startups.
Hybrid
3-Day Event
TechNexus Venture Collaborative
Downtown Chicago, IL

July 18-20, 2025

July 18-20, 2025

July 18-20, 2025

  • ideation
  • technexus-speech
  • technexus-pitch
  • technexus-room
  • hacking
  • technexus-room
  • technexus-speech
  • hacking
  • technexus-pitch
  • ideation
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What you'll learn

From ideation to execution, you’ll gain insights into product development, business strategy, and pitching to investors. Whether you're a first-time founder or an experienced entrepreneur, you’ll leave with practical skills, valuable connections, and a deeper understanding of what it takes to build a startup.

Who you'll meet

Startup Weekend brings together a mix of ambitious founders, creative problem solvers, and industry experts. You’ll collaborate with developers, designers, and business minds—plus connect with mentors and investors who can help take your idea to the next level.

What to expect

Three days of high-energy building, learning, and pitching. You’ll form teams, refine ideas, and develop real prototypes with hands-on guidance from experienced mentors. Enjoy catered meals, workshops, and networking opportunities—all leading up to the final pitch competition.

3 days

5 workshops

30 hours of hack

150+ attendees

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