About this Event
🌵Meet the Southwest’s Largest Festival for Entrepreneurs & Creators
Presented in partnership with Local First Arizona and Fueled by HUSTL, TENWEST Connects is hitting the road — and we’re kicking things off in Phoenix!
Join us on Wednesday, November 5th, from 5:30-8:00pm at The Churchill for the first-ever TENWEST Connects: Phoenix Edition — a high-energy happy hour experience for founders, creatives, and community builders shaping Arizona’s future.
After 10 years of celebrating entrepreneurship and creativity in Tucson, TENWEST Fest is expanding its reach. The 2026 festival takes place March 24–29, 2026 in Downtown Tucson, Arizona, bringing together thousands of entrepreneurs, artists, and innovators for a week of learning, connection, and inspiration.
This Phoenix event is your chance to discover what TENWEST is all about – including some first looks at the 2026 schedule, summit content, and opportunities to get involved as an attendee, speaker, or partner.
đź“ŤEvent Details
Date: Wednesday, November 5th
Time: 5:30-8:00 PM
Location: The Churchill, Downtown Phoenix
Cost: Free (with RSVP)
Perk: First drink included!
This isn’t your average networking mixer. TENWEST Connects is about meaningful conversations, curated programming, and connecting the dots between people and ideas. Each event features our Made in Arizona spotlight – a founder or creative from the host city who’s making an impact right here in Arizona.
Whether you’re a founder, creative, culinary innovator, intrapreneur, community builder, or simply curious about Arizona’s growing innovation scene, this is your place to plug in, share ideas, and start something new.
🌟What Is TENWEST?
Hosted by Startup Tucson and Fueled by HUSTL, TENWEST is the Southwest’s largest entrepreneurship and creativity festival, helping attendees connect the dots between ideas, industries, and communities to spark bold ideas and lasting impact.
TENWEST blends conference-style learning with festival-style fun — featuring summits, xEvents, pitch competitions, and creative experiences that empower people to navigate a changing world.
TENWEST Fest 2026 happens March 24–29, 2026 in Downtown Tucson. Learn more at tenwest.com.
🎉Be Part of the Launch
This first Phoenix event is free to attend as we introduce TENWEST Connects statewide. Future events will include a small registration fee to help us sustain and grow these high-quality gatherings.
đź“Š Help us grow smarter.
Your RSVP helps us understand Arizona’s innovation ecosystem. When you register, please take a moment to complete the short follow-up questions — your insights shape what comes next!
Even if you skip the questions, be sure to click “Complete My Order” on the second screen to make sure you’re officially on the guest list. That step is required for entry.
⚡Powered by Partnership
TENWEST Connects: Phoenix Edition is presented in partnership with Local First Arizona and Fueled by HUSTL — the creative energy network that powers TENWEST and celebrates the makers, doers, and dreamers driving Arizona’s future.
TENWEST Connects: Where ideas collide, creativity thrives, and connections last.
Learn more: tenwest.com
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Churchill, 901 North 1st Street, Phoenix, United States
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