📍Venue
BlueRock 525 Collins Street #Level 2 Melbourne, VIC 3000
📅 Event Dates
🗓 Date: May 14, 2026 ⏰ Time: 4:45 PM – 7:30 PM AEST
Startup World Cup Australia 2026 dates:
- Melbourne: Thursday, 14 May 2026
- Sydney: Wednesday, 17 June 2026
- Queensland: Thursday, 9 July 2026
About the Event
Startup World Cup Melbourne 2026 is a premier global startup pitching event bringing together founders, investors, entrepreneurs, SMB leaders, and innovation enthusiasts under one roof. Hosted by Startup&Angels in collaboration with Pegasus Tech Ventures, the event offers startups an incredible opportunity to showcase their ideas on an international stage.
During the event, 10 selected startups will pitch live before an investor-led judging panel, competing for a chance to represent Melbourne at the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco. The winning startup will receive a sponsored trip to the USA and access to global investors, partnerships, and networking opportunities.
Who Should Apply?
Startups & Founders
- Startups currently raising funds or preparing to raise
- SMBs launching new products or expanding into new markets
- Fast-growing founders looking for visibility, investor introductions, and expert feedback
What You’re Applying For
🎤 Selected startups will receive:
- 1 of 10 exclusive pitch spots in each city
- A live on-stage pitch opportunity in front of investors, judges, and ecosystem leaders
- A chance to become the regional winner for your city
Selection Process
✅ Applications are reviewed by the Startup&Angels team alongside investors working closely with the organization.
Selection is based on:
- Startup traction
- Market potential
- Product progress
- Clarity of the pitch
How to Apply in Startup World Cup 2026?
- Follow these steps to complete your Startup World Cup Australia 2026 application:
- Fill out the official application form: airtable.com
- Complete the $20 application fee to confirm your submission
- Accept the Terms & Conditions mentioned in the application process
Submit all required startup details including:
- Startup name & founder information
- Pitch deck / business overview
- Product or service details
- Market traction & growth information
- Funding stage and goals
How to Book Tickets in Startup World Cup?
1️⃣Open the ticket booking page
2️⃣ Choose your ticket type:
- Early Birds — A$43.66
- General Admission — A$64.84
3️⃣ Use the ➕ and ➖ buttons to select the number of tickets you want
4️⃣ If you have a promo code, enter it in the Promo Code box and click Apply
5️⃣ Review your order summary and total amount
6️⃣ Click Checkout / Continue
7️⃣ Enter your attendee details and complete the payment securely
Refund Policy
- No refunds will be provided once tickets are booked. Please review your booking details carefully before completing the payment.
Services & Benefits
- Live startup pitch competition featuring innovative founders
- Networking opportunities with investors, VCs, founders, and ecosystem leaders
- Access to global startup and business connections
- Real-time feedback from industry experts and judges
- Opportunity to discover emerging technologies and scalable startups
- Collaboration and partnership opportunities for startups and SMBs
- Insights from successful entrepreneurs and startup ecosystem experts
- Chance for selected startups to compete at the Global Grand Finale in San Francisco
- Exposure to international investors and global market opportunities
- Premium startup community experience in a high-energy networking environment
