Spring 2026 Harvard/MIT Startup Pitch Weekend

by Sunday, February 15th, by 11:59 pm EST! Please note that tickets bought here are to attend the event, separate from applying to pitch.

HLS students: to take part in the pro bono Spring 2026 project cycle*.

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Harvard/MIT Startup Pitch Weekend

The Harvard Law Entrepreneurship Project (HLEP) and the Harvard Undergraduate Venture Capital Group (HUVCG) are excited to co-host the Harvard/MIT Startup Pitch Weekend this February 21-22nd! We eagerly invite you to join us for pitches for legal assistance or funding!

Pitches on Saturday, February 21st, are for the opportunity to receive free legal help through HLEP's fall project cycle. These pitches will be judged by students and corporate attorneys. Selected startups will be matched with Harvard Law School students and an attorney supervisor, who will work together to answer your legal questions over the roughly 8-week project cycle. This legal research culminates in a final report.

Pitches on Sunday, February 22nd, are for VC funding consideration and a potential cash prize. These pitches will be judged by students and venture capital funds. Selected startups will be considered by VC funds and Harvard students for funding, and the best startup will receive a cash prize as well.

We also welcome attendees to our optional Social on Sunday, February 22nd from 4:30-6:30pm. Join us to meet startup founders and fellow attendees, network, and start the weekend on a fun note! Location TBD; light bites and hors d'oeuvres will be passed.

*HLEP project cycle members/HLS students do not need to RSVP to attend Pitch Weekend.

Please note: seats at Ames Courtroom are not guaranteed. We recommend showing up 15-20 minutes prior to the event's commencement to check in and secure your spot.

Info: Join us for these legal pitches over Zoom! Startups will pitch for the opportunity to join HLEP's fall project cycle, in front of corporate attorneys and law students! Selected startups will be matched with Harvard Law School students and an attorney advisor, who will answer your legal questions over the roughly 8-week project cycle, culminating in a final report.

Info: Join us for these VC funding pitches in person at Harvard Law's Austin Hall! Startups will pitch for VC funding consideration and a cash prize! These pitches will be judged by students, attorneys, and venture capitalists. Winners will be considered by VC funds and Harvard College students for funding, and the best startup will also receive a prize.

Info: Join us for an informal (optional) social to meet startup founders and fellow attendees, network, and start the weekend on a fun note! Location TBD; light bites and hors d'oeuvres will be passed.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Austin Hall, 1515 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, United States

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