The Round Rock Chamber has announced the return of Round Rock Startup Day + Week, scheduled for May 5-7, 2026. The multi-day event aims to bring together entrepreneurs, founders, creatives, and business leaders from across Central Texas for a series of educational and networking opportunities.
The centerpiece of the week is Round Rock Startup Day on May 7, which will feature educational sessions covering topics such as "Failing Up: The Funding Edition," "Using Memes to Grow Your Business," "Connections are Your Secret Weapon in an AI-Driven World," "Unfiltered: Real Talk with Founders," and "GTM Readiness: The Steps Most Founders Skip Before They Start Marketing." Attendees will also have opportunities for intentional networking designed to foster authentic conversations and lasting connections.
Startup Day will also include the Round Rock Startup Day Pitch Competition, where selected founders present their businesses to a panel of judges for a chance to win funding and gain exposure, highlighting the talent and innovation emerging from the region.
The week kicks off with a Founders Forum on Tuesday, May 5 from 8:30 to 10:00 AM. Registration is available at https://web.roundrockchamber.org/events/FoundersForum-10440/details. On Wednesday, May 6, 1 Million Cups Round Rock takes place from 9:00 to 10:00 AM (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/million-cups-round-rock-may-tickets-1983637257435?aff=ebdsoporgprofile), followed by Co-Working @ the Chamber from 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM (https://web.roundrockchamber.org/events/Round-Rock-Startup-Week-Coworking-the-Chamber-10511/details).
The main event, Round Rock Startup Day & Pitch Competition, will be held on Thursday, May 7 from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Registration details are available at https://web.roundrockchamber.org/events/RoundRock%20Startup%20Day-10494/details.
According to Adriana Nunez, Director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship at the Round Rock Chamber, the event is about building momentum for entrepreneurs by creating intentional spaces for learning, connection, and growth while showcasing local innovation. The initiative continues to position Round Rock as a growing hub for entrepreneurship in Central Texas, fostering collaboration and supporting business growth at every stage.
For the full schedule and registration, visit https://roundrockchamber.org/round-rock-startup-day-pitch-competition/.
