Startup events in New York

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The scene right now

The New York startup ecosystem currently has 43 upcoming in-person gatherings, with zero online options on the immediate calendar. Pitch nights lead the activity with 14 sessions, closely followed by 13 mixers. Founders can also attend 6 meetups, 5 summits, and a pair of general events. The remainder of the programming is rounded out by a single hackathon, one demo day, and one conference. Geographic activity remains heavily concentrated within New York itself, with 41 gatherings scheduled there alongside single events in Brooklyn and Manhattan.

Recurring series

The local calendar is comprised entirely of standalone events rather than formally numbered recurring series. Founders preparing their schedules will find that upcoming gatherings are largely one-off sessions, ranging from topical workshops like Your Investor Pitch on October 30, 2026, to casual networking dinners and investor pitch formats throughout early November. Without recurring edition counts or regular repeating series names to track, attendees should evaluate each individual session based on its specific date, location, and focus.

Who runs the events

Andrew's Yeung's Tech Events leads the local scene in volume, running 6 upcoming events across the city. RTM Nexus follows with 3 gatherings, while NYC B2B: Startup Events and Pitch Roast Live each manage 2 upcoming dates. The Founders Club is active as a community organization with 1 event on the roster. Other groups contributing single events include Business Minds Events, Astra Tech Hub, LLC, and LaddHers, though organization types for the majority of these hosts remain unspecified.

Busiest months

Activity peaks sharply in November 2026, which features 30 of the 43 total events, making it by far the busiest stretch for founders to connect with investors and peers. The surrounding months show much lighter programming, beginning with 1 event in October 2026 before dropping to 10 events in December 2026. The calendar tapers off further heading into the new year, with only 2 events currently scheduled for January 2027.

Event types in New York

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Upcoming events

Frequently asked

How many pitch nights are coming up for founders in New York?
There are 14 upcoming pitch nights on the calendar.
Are any of the New York startup events free to attend?
Yes, 12 of the 43 upcoming events are free.
Are there any virtual or online events scheduled?
No, all 43 upcoming events are strictly in person, with zero online sessions.
What are some of the known venues hosting events?
Events are scheduled at spaces such as Javits Center, Whiskey Cellar NYC, and Sour Mouse.

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