Bring Your Community to SBW2026
Your event belongs here.
Startup Boston Week is more than what's happening on our stages.
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Every September, organizations from across Greater Boston host happy hours, workshops, networking events, founder dinners, pitch competitions, and community gatherings that help thousands of attendees make even more connections throughout the week.
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For our 10th Annual Startup Boston Week (September 14–18), there are two ways to get involved:
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Host an Official Side Event somewhere in Boston.
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Apply to host a Community Partner Event inside a Startup Boston Week venue.
Two options. One shared goal: bringing the startup community together.
Choose How You Want to Participate
Option 1: Host an Official Side Event
Already planning an event during Startup Boston Week? Turn it into an Official Startup Boston Week Side Event and become part of the week's programming.
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You handle the venue, registration, speakers, and logistics—we'll help connect your event to the broader Startup Boston Week experience.
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You'll receive:
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Official Startup Boston Week Side Event branding
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A listing on our Side Event Calendar
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Recognition as part of Startup Boston Week
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Opportunities for additional promotion through Startup Boston channels
This is a great fit if you:
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Already have (or can secure) a venue
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Want to manage your own registration
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Are hosting a public, invite-only, or private event
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Want complete ownership of the experience
Option 2: Host a Community Partner Event
Got an idea that's more interactive than another panel? We're inviting nonprofits and volunteer-led community organizations to bring engaging experiences directly into Startup Boston Week.
Think networking activities, workshops, collaborative sessions, founder meetups, problem-solving exercises, or other experiences that get people talking—not just listening.
While we're prioritizing interactive programming, we'll also consider unique panels covering topics that aren't already represented on the agenda. You bring the idea. We handle the logistics.
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Startup Boston provides:
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Venue
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Registration
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Room setup
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Basic AV
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On-site staffing
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Event logistics
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Promotion as part of the official agenda
Your organization provides:
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The event concept
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Speakers, facilitators, or participants
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Programming and content
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Promotion to your community
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Collaboration with the Startup Boston team
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Registration will be managed by Startup Boston, and attendee information will not be shared with participating organizations. Space is limited, and there is no cost to participate.
Which Option Is Right for You?
Choose an Official Side Event if...
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You already have an event planned.
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You want to manage everything yourself.
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You simply want to plug into Startup Boston Week.
Choose a Community Partner Event if...
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You're a nonprofit or volunteer-led community organization.
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You have an interactive idea that belongs inside Startup Boston Week.
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You'd like Startup Boston to handle the venue and event logistics.
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Let's build Startup Boston Week together.
Every year, thousands of founders, investors, operators, students, and startup supporters come together to learn, connect, and help one another succeed.
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We can't wait to see what your community brings to this year's Startup Boston Week.