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If you're interested in entrepreneurship, the answer is most likely yes. Whether you're a working professional, student, serial entrepreneur, or new to startups, you're welcome as long as you're motivated to build a product or startup and open to new ideas.

Yes, all participants are expected to attend all three days. This maintains the event's momentum and minimizes disruptions. A 'Sunday Presentation Only' option is available for those who want to watch the final pitches.

No, you don't need a team beforehand. Teams will be formed during the weekend. Teamwork is a crucial aspect of Startup Weekend.

No, you can attend without pitching and work on someone else's idea. However, we encourage everyone to pitch their own ideas, even if they're spontaneous.

Bring lots of energy, your laptop, power cord, and anything that helps you be productive. We'll provide notepads, pens, and whiteboards. Feel free to bring your phone for photos/videos and business cards for networking.

Think about an idea you'd like to pitch, do some research, and practice your 60-second pitch. Consider bringing a friend. You can also familiarize yourself with tools that might be useful during the weekend.

The exact price can be found on the event link. The event is kept affordable because organizers, facilitators, coaches, and judges work pro-bono, and sponsors contribute to keeping costs down.

Friday involves registration, networking, pitches, and team formation. Saturday is full of work sessions, workshops, and mentoring. Sunday focuses on finalizing projects and presentations, followed by final pitches and judging.

Any business ideas are eligible, including for-profit, social businesses, and nonprofits. We recommend focusing on ideas that can produce a deliverable by Sunday, often tech-focused for easier MVP creation.

Depending on the schedule, you may or may not be able to pitch multiple ideas. Prioritize your best and most prepared idea first.

No. Startup Weekend is designed for growing new ideas from the ground up over the weekend.

If you form a team of 3 or more people around your idea, you can still work on it over the weekend. Just inform the event Organizer and Facilitator.

While you can't fully protect your idea, the benefits of feedback and collaboration outweigh the risks. Focus on execution and passion, which can't be stolen.

As with any startup, the team decides. We don't support signing legal documents at the events. It's best to focus on building rather than ownership until there's a tangible product.

No, it's not obligatory to work all through the night. Venues typically close at midnight.

We provide speakers, mentors, and practical talks. Mentors from various fields offer advice. Check the Tools for Participants page for more resources.

While there are no specific requirements, you'll be judged on Customer Validation, Execution and Design, and Business Model. Common presentations include wireframes, mobile apps, slide decks, videos, and live product demos.

While competition isn't the central theme, we believe some friendly competition can be beneficial and reflects startup life realities. It provides real-world pressures and obstacles.