Western Visayas Startup Fest & Tech Expo 2025

ILOILO!! The countdown is on! From September 16–20, 2025, Iloilo becomes the heart of innovation as the Western Visayas Innovative Startup Fest & Tech Expo 2025 opens its doors to dreamers, doers, and disruptors.

This week-long festival is more than just an event—it’s the region’s biggest stage for technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship. With the theme “Shaping a Vibrant Future for the Region’s Startup Ecosystem,” the celebration gathers innovators, investors, entrepreneurs, creatives, and policymakers for five days of breakthroughs, collaboration, and inspiration.

A Hub of Possibilities

Western Visayas—composed of Aklan, Antique, Capiz, Guimaras, and Iloilo—has long been a cradle of talent and innovation. With strong ties among the academe, government, and industry, the region is now taking bold steps to strengthen its startup ecosystem.

Through this festival, participants can expect:
Opportunities to connect with mentors, investors, and partners
Platforms to showcase and commercialize groundbreaking ideas
Training and workshops to empower students, founders, and creatives
Celebrations that recognize and uplift changemakers

What’s Happening This Week?

• Startup Conference (Sept 16) – A grand kickoff at the Iloilo Convention Center to ignite the festival.

• Tech Expo (Sept 16–18) – Explore emerging technologies, innovations, and creative solutions from across the region.

• Western Visayas Digital Creative Conference (Sept 18) – A spotlight on digital artists and creatives, highlighted by the re-launch of MULAVE Academy.

• Hackathons, Tech Talks, & Summits – Hands-on activities to sharpen skills and spark collaboration.

• CampFyr & Networking Nights (Sept 19) – A relaxed yet powerful space for meaningful connections.

• Innovation Awards (Sept 20) – Closing with a celebration of startups, innovators, and ecosystem builders.

Why It Matters

The Western Visayas Startup Fest & Tech Expo 2025 is more than a celebration—it’s a movement to build a future-ready region. Whether you’re a student looking to learn, a startup founder searching for funding, or an investor on the lookout for the next big idea, this is your chance to be part of a growing innovation community that turns ideas into reality.

Mark your calendars: September 16–20, 2025. Together, let’s shape the vibrant future of Western Visayas!

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