Hosted by The Idea Village · New Orleans, LA
Pitch Night
The Region's Startup Ecosystem, All in One Room
Hosted by The Idea Village · New Orleans, LA
Hosted by The Idea Village · New Orleans, LA
Pitch Night is where the future of entrepreneurship in the Gulf South takes center stage.
What began as a small demo day has evolved into the region's premier startup showcase. Pitch Night is more than a presentation—it’s a high-energy catalyst that bridges the gap between early-stage talent and global scale.
Twice a year, we bring together the grit of our founders and the vision of our community to celebrate the ideas that will redefine our economy.
The Pitch Is Just the Beginning
IDEAinstitute Founder Pitches
Meet emerging founders building scalable companies across industries.
Alumni Showcase Competition
See standout alumni companies return to share traction and growth.
Entrepreneur Marketplace
Connect with entrepreneur support organizations, ecosystem partners, universities, and startup resources.
Networking & Community
Meet founders, investors, students, creatives, policymakers, and community members.
Join Us For Our Next Edition!
June 18, 2026
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Hangar | New Orleans, LA
Built for the Bold. Open to All.
Founders
Apply to IDEAinstitute and grow your company with mentorship and support.
Investors
Get first-look access to high-potential startups in one of the fastest-growing tech hubs in the country.
Community
If you believe in the future of New Orleans, this is your front-row seat to the innovation making it happen.
Fueling the Future of the Gulf South.
Our goal is to catalyze the entrepreneurial spirit of our region. By providing a platform for visibility, capital, and community, we ensure that world-changing ideas have the support they need to start, scale, and stay right here in New Orleans.
The Innovation Doesn't Stop. Be There for the Next Round.
Mark your calendar for the most energetic night in the Gulf South startup scene.
Catch Up on Past Pitch Nights
From early-stage sparks to ecosystem milestones. Browse our complete library of past recordings and witness the evolution of entrepreneurship in the Gulf South.
Fall 2025
Spring 2025
Fall 2024
Spring 2024
Fall 2023
Spring 2023
Fall 2022