powered by the Western New York Incubator Network (WIN)
Buffalo Startup Week is a week-long celebration of founders, funders, operators and community builders shaping the future of Buffalo’s startup ecosystem. Through panels, workshops, networking events and community moments, the week connects startups with the capital, talent and resources needed to grow.
Panasci Finals
Thursday, April 16 – 4:30-7:30pm
Center for the Arts, Mainstage
Kick off the week by attending the Panasci Technology Entrepreneurship Competition (Panasci TEC) Finals, where UB student startup teams take the stage to pitch their business ideas live. Hosted by UB’s Startup and Innovation Collaboratory, the event showcases innovative ventures from students across all academic disciplines and highlights the next generation of entrepreneurs in Western New York. Come watch five finalist teams compete for $75,000 in startup funding and business services, including a top prize of $25,000.
Buffalo Startup Weekend
Friday-Sunday, April 17-19
UB CBLS, 701 Ellicott Street, Buffalo
Buffalo Startup Weekend presented by WNY48 is an exciting 48-hour innovation event where creative thinkers, makers and entrepreneurs come together to pitch ideas, form teams and build real products or prototypes with expert mentorship and support, culminating in a final demo and feedback session — all designed to help participants gain skills, connect with collaborators and contribute to Western New York’s growing innovation community.
Half-Day Kickoff
Tuesday, April 21
9:00am - 1:00pm – Seneca One, 1 Seneca St, Buffalo
Ecosystem and investor-focused content to launch the week.
Founder Day
Wednesday, April 22
UB CBLS, 701 Ellicott Street, Buffalo
Highly tactical, "take out your notebook" content for active founders.
Half Day Close
Thursday, April 23
12:00-4:00pm – Seneca One, 1 Seneca St, Buffalo
Closing keynote with Buffalo's investing athletes. After party at Other Half Brewing.
WNY Startup Open Mic Night
Thursday, April 23
Third Space Café, 777 Main Street
Familiar faces from WNY’s startup community taking the stage to entertain and perform!