Startup Weekend Women Belo Horizonte 2026

Startup Weekend Women BH 2026 offers a 54-hour immersive experience focused on innovation, technology, and empowering women. Participants will collaborate in teams to transform ideas into prototypes while receiving guidance from industry experts. This globally recognized program, organized by Techstars, has reached over 500,000 individuals across more than 150 countries, promoting collaboration, skill development, and networking among women eager to create an impact.

Reasons to Attend / Participate

1. Collaborate to create solutions from the ground up in a nurturing atmosphere.
2. Present your concept to judges and obtain valuable feedback.
3. Acquire practical experience through mentorship from industry leaders.
4. Establish enduring connections and partnerships that may continue beyond the event.

Focus Areas / Themes

• Innovation & Technology
• Female Entrepreneurship & Leadership
• Startup Development & Prototyping

Networking & Opportunities

• Engage with fellow women entrepreneurs
• Gain access to the extensive Techstars network
• Explore collaboration possibilities with mentors and investors

What to Anticipate

Friday: Sharing ideas, forming teams, and initial pitches

• 18:00 – Registration & Coffee
• 19:00 – Welcome & Orientation
• 20:00 – Idea pitches & team formation

Saturday: Validating ideas, building prototypes, and mentorship

• 08:00 – Breakfast
• 09:00 – Validation talk + Mentoring sessions
• 12:00 – Lunch
• 13:00 – Mentorship + MVP workshop
• 19:00 – Dinner
• 21:00 – Final preparations for Sunday

Sunday: Final presentations, feedback, and conclusion

• 08:00 – Breakfast
• 09:00 – Pitch preparation + Mentoring
• 11:00 – Pre-presentations
• 13:00 – Lunch
• 16:00 – Final pitches to judges
• 20:00 – Happy hour & Event closure