The region’s most open pitch competition
5×5 gives startups a shot to win $5,000. All you need is an idea and 5 minutes to pitch it.
October 5×5 Night at Start Garden
October 28, 2025 5:00 pm
Location: Start Garden
Voting Closes: October 20, 2025 11:59 pm
October 5×5 Night at Start Garden
October 28, 2025 5:00 pm
Location: Start Garden
Voting Closes: October 20, 2025 11:59 pm
5 votes
5 ideas
5 minutes
5 judges
$5000
September 5×5 Night Winner!
Voting Closes: October 20, 2025 11:59 pm
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