# Event Details - **Event Name**: Startup Day at Tech Weekend Day 2 | Panels, Pitch Competition & Happy Hour - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Explore the future of AI and Deep Tech with VCs, watch live startup pitches, and meet investors during the Friday mixer at Tech Weekend.About this EventThis event is part of Tech Weekend Septeember 2026 👉 To attend the full weekend: techweekend.orgAbout Tech WeekendTech Weekend is a 48-hour fundraising sprint by Founders Village where founders meet dozens of investors in back-to-back sessions.Founders attend to meet VCs through:• 1:1 VC Office Hours• Pitch Competitions (Deep Tech & AI)• VC Panels & Debates• Founder–Investor MixersIf you’re building in AI, Deep Tech, Health Tech, FinTech, Climate Tech, BioTech, Bio-Convergence, Well-Being Tech, NeuroTech, Quantum, Space Tech, Dual-Use Tech, Vertical Tooling, EdTech, Cybersecurity, SaaS, Marketplaces, Consumer AI, Robotics, Spatial Intelligence, Physical AI, scientifically intensive ventures, Renewable Energies, or any other frontier sector—Tech Weekend helps you meet the right investors faster.9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Breakfast & NetworkingLight breakfast and coffee to kick off Day 2 with new connections.11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | VC Panel: The Physical AI RevolutionWhen Code Meets the Real World — how robotics and embodied intelligence are creating the next wave of transformative startups.12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | VC Panel: Breaking into the Silicon Valley Network — From Invisible to InvestableInvestors reveal how they source deals and how founders from outside the ecosystem can build credibility.1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Lunch Break + NetworkingComplimentary lunch with dietary options available.3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | AI Pitch Competition + Crowdfunding ShowcaseAI startups pitch live to VC judges, followed by a crowdfunding segment with audience voting.5:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Founder & Investor MixerCelebrate the close of Tech Weekend with drinks and final networking.Two days. A marathon of VC conversations. Fast, Structured and result oriented.👉 To attend the full weekend: register at techweekend.orgStay Connected📲 Follow us on socials:Website: Founders VillageLinkedIn: Founders Village on LinkedInInstagram: @founders.villageX (Twitter): @foundersvillgeYoutube: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/970d8310-a8b8-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w883-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/975895d0-a8b8-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w883-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/97a33360-a8b8-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w883-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/97e608c0-a8b8-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w883-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/97fb6580-a8b8-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w883-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/980fd7e0-a8b8-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w883-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/982386f0-a8b8-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w883-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/983672b0-a8b8-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w883-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/menlo-park/startup-day-at-tech-weekend-day-2-panels-pitch-competition-and-happy-hour/100001994482888008 - **Event Categories**: business, contests, sports, health-wellness, marathons, charities - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes - Location: Allied Arts Guild - 75 Arbor Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025 - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 107.48, max: 107.48, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Menlo Park - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Allied Arts Guild - 75 Arbor Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025 - **lat**: 37.4412431 - **long**: -122.1793714 - **full address**: Allied Arts Guild - 75 Arbor Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Startup Day at Tech Weekend Day 2 | Panels, Pitch Competition & Happy Hour - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/29b3df0689295c4d9cacf9f12f76bbe6a0a56862836b2e797a48bda2bf15a93e-rimg-w1200-h600-dc040402-gmir.jpg?v=1784413072 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Startup Day at Tech Weekend Day 2 | Panels, Pitch Competition & Happy Hour being held? - **A:** Startup Day at Tech Weekend Day 2 | Panels, Pitch Competition & Happy Hour takes place on Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Allied Arts Guild - 75 Arbor Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Startup Day at Tech Weekend Day 2 | Panels, Pitch Competition & Happy Hour? - **A:** Startup Day at Tech Weekend Day 2 | Panels, Pitch Competition & Happy Hour is organized by Laughter Movement. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Startup Day at Tech Weekend Day 2 | Panels, Pitch Competition & Happy Hour is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Menlo Park, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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