Virginia Cup

September 17, 2026 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (EDT)

Description

Get Ready for the Virginia Cup: Official Startup World Cup Virginia Qualifier!

We're excited to see you on Thursday, September 17 for the Virginia Cup: Official Startup World Cup Virginia Qualifier, where Virginia's top startups will compete for a chance to advance to the global Startup World Cup and compete for a $1 million investment prize.

• 📍 Main Event
  Sandler Center for the Performing Arts
  201 Market St., Unit 204, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
• Check-In: 5:00 PM
• Program Begins: 5:40 PM SHARP

Watch 10 startup founders pitch, see Virginia's champion crowned, network with business leaders, and enjoy surprises throughout the evening.

🎉 Pre-Party
The HIVE
140 Independence Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23462

3:00–5:00 PM
Food, drinks, and networking before the main event.

✔️ Before You Arrive

• If you registered multiple guests under one name, please have everyone's names ready at check-in.
• Parking is available throughout Virginia Beach Town Center. The closest garage is 173 Market Street.

About Startup World Cup

Hosted by Pegasus Tech Ventures, Startup World Cup is a global competition where regional champions advance to San Francisco to compete for a $1 million investment prize. Previous Virginia winner ivWatch placed third in the world, proving Virginia innovation can compete on the global stage.

We can't wait to see you on September 17!

Time

Doors open/Check-in begins: 5:00 pm Program Starts: 5:40 pm SHARP

Location