Build, Compete & Pitch Gathering 2026
Part of NomadÉire Fest Week 2026
For Founders, Students, Innovators, Creators, Developers & Startup Teams
Have an idea?
Want to test it, build it, pitch it and get feedback from people who matter?
This is the most competition-focused version of the NomadÉire Conference, bringing together ambitious builders ready to create momentum.
⭐ THIS IS A 3-DAY ALL-ACCESS EVENT
Your ticket includes all three days:
📅 Tuesday 1 September 2026
Welcome & Ignite Evening
📅 Wednesday 2 September 2026
Build & Create
📅 Thursday 3 September 2026
Launch & Scale
One ticket.
Three days.
Everything included.
THE THREE COMPETITIONS
• Startup Pitch Competition
• AI Hackathon
• Content Creator Competition
PLUS
• Investor access
• Mentors
• Accelerators & incubators teams
• AI Bootcamp
• Business Expo
• Founder networking
PITCHING & BUILDER HIGHLIGHTS
• Pitch your startup, business or idea to investors and experienced founders
• Build something real during the 48-hour AI Hackathon
• Get feedback from creators, founders, mentors and industry professionals
• Meet investors, accelerators and startup ecosystem leaders
• Learn how to validate ideas, attract customers and gain traction faster
• Practical workshops on pitching, sales, marketing and business growth
• Network with potential co-founders, collaborators and future team members
• Go from idea to pitch-ready in just three days
• Connect with ambitious builders, creators and innovators from Ireland and beyond
INCLUDED
• Welcome networking evening
• Two full conference days
• AI Bootcamp
• AI Hackathon
• Startup Pitch Competition
• Business Expo
• Global speakers
• Mentor access
• Networking app
TICKET PRICING
Early Bird €299
Standard €349
Final Release €499
VENUE
Merits Coworking & Innovation Hub
Naas, Co. Kildare
LOVE ÉIRE UPGRADE OPTION
Extend your stay in Ireland with the optional Love Éire Weekend Matchmaking Festival (4–6 September 2026).
Designed for singles, solo travellers and those looking for m