Herb Kelleher Entrepreneurship Center 25th Anniversary Celebration

Join us on December 3 as we celebrate a quarter-century of entrepreneurial impact and look ahead to the next generation of innovators.

This milestone celebration will bring together students, alumni, founders, university leadership, and partners from across the entrepreneurship community to honor the people, partnerships, and achievements that have shaped the Center's legacy.

Explore 25 Years of Impact

Discover the Center's history through an interactive exhibit highlighting the programs, milestones, and entrepreneurial achievements that have defined HKEC over the past 25 years. Meet student entrepreneurs and explore innovative ventures emerging from the Forty Acres.

Hear from UT Austin Leadership

Join HKEC and McCombs leadership as they reflect on the evolution of entrepreneurship at UT Austin and share their vision for its future.

Keynote Address from Brett Hurt

Hear from entrepreneur and investor Brett Hurt as he shares an inspiring perspective on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the opportunities ahead for the next generation of founders.

Celebrate and Connect

Reconnect with fellow Longhorns, entrepreneurs, mentors, and community partners during a networking reception featuring refreshments and live music.

Date: Thursday, December 3, 2026

Time: 4:00–6:00 PM

Location: Robert B. Rowling Hall, The University of Texas at Austin

Admission: Free with registration

For 25 years, our community has helped turn ideas into impact. Join us as we celebrate everything we've accomplished together and the possibilities still ahead.

Reserve your spot and celebrate 25 years of Longhorn entrepreneurship!

Event venue & nearby stays

Robert B. Rowling Hall, 300 West Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Austin, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.

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