Deadline:
February 15, 2026
Program Starts: June 03, 2026
Program Ends: June 05, 2026
Location(s)
Spain
Madrid
Overview
If you are looking for visibility, investment or new customers, South Summit is the place to be!
Any startup from any country, industry or development stage can apply to the Startup Competition. We will select the 100 most disruptive projects and they will get the chance to pitch in front of a jury of top investors and corporations.
Application and participation in case of selection are entirely free!
Details
Ready to take your startup to the global stage?
The South Summit Startup Competition is your chance to join the exclusive Top 100 Startups, gain unparalleled visibility, and connect with investors, corporates, and innovation leaders who can take your business to the next level.
- Pitch on a Global Platform. Showcase your innovation to a world-class audience.
- Join a Community of Trailblazers. Be part of an elite group of startups that have collectively raised over $16 billion and achieved 100+ successful exits.
- Unlock Opportunities. Gain access to funding, partnerships, and potential clients.
- Be Recognized. Follow in the footsteps of our past finalists who are reshaping industries and setting new standards in innovation.
Why apply?
- South Summit finalists have collectively raised over $19.8 billion to date in the past 15 years we’ve been in business, $1,6 billion only this year.
- Pitch your project to a global network of over 2000 investors. 221 VC funds have invested in South Summit finalists. 52% of them attended South Summit in person.
- The startup competition reached a 90,9M audience through our media exposure in online, tv and radio format.
- Access exclusive networking opportunities. Last year our finalists had in total more than 1,300 meetings during the 3 days of South Summit.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Dates
Deadline: February 15, 2026
Program starts:
June 03, 2026
Program ends:
June 05, 2026
Program Starts: June 03, 2026
Program Ends: June 05, 2026
Cost/funding for participants
BENEFITS
- STARTUP PROGRAM: Complete your registration and enjoy a journey of development and opportunities for investment and connections.
- PITCH ON STAGE: 3 minutes of presentation for top-level international investors, media, and large corporations seeking solutions.
- FREE TICKETS: Gain access to exclusive areas during the event, such as the lounge and the boat.
- 1:1 MEETINGS AND MATCHMAKING: Connect directly with investment funds and major corporations in exclusive meetings.
- ACESS TO VIP SIDE EVENTS: Gain access to exclusive invite-only events during the week of South Summit Spain 2026.
- DISCOUNTED STAND: Have your solution exhibited in our marketplace with an exclusive discount
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