Techstars Startup Weekend Riyadh, Powered by The Garage

About

Techstars, in collaboration with The Garage, is hosting the Techstars Startup Weekend Riyadh from February 12 to 14, 2026, a 54-hour immersive entrepreneurship event where aspiring entrepreneurs, developers, designers, and business professionals can transform ideas into startup projects with guidance from experienced mentors and industry leaders, providing networking opportunities and exposure to investors.

Benefits

• 🤝 Networking Opportunities
• Direct interaction with mentors, investors, and experts from Saudi Arabia's rapidly growing innovation ecosystem
• 💡 Skill Development
• Hands-on experience in entrepreneurship skills, validating and developing business ideas
• 🌐 Resource Access
• Opportunities for collaboration and networking resources
• 🎤 Exposure Opportunities
• Chance to present projects to investors and judges, increasing project visibility

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to participants from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• 👥 Participant Type
• Any individuals interested in entrepreneurship, including founders, developers, designers, and business professionals
• 📝 Registration Requirement
• Must register in advance to participate

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Physical Attendance
• Must attend the event in Riyadh from February 12 to 14, 2026
• 📝 Registration Requirement
• Advance registration is required to participate in the event

Target Region

Open to participants in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Target Sector

Open to all innovation and entrepreneurship sectors