UTS Startups Farewell 608 Festival

Before we say goodbye to our iconic home at 608 Harris Street and move to our new home in Building 3 (details coming soon), we’re throwing a month-long celebration packed with connection, energy, and community spirit. Every Friday night starting from 9th-30th of May, join us for a different event designed to bring founders, friends, and startup supporters together—whether you're testing your knowledge at Trivia Night, finding your perfect co-founder match, sharing your startup story, or simply raising a glass at our final party.
Let’s send off 608 the only way we know how: with big ideas, bold connections, and unforgettable memories. See you there!

🧠 Startups Trivia Night

🗓 9th May | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
How much do you really know about startups, tech, and innovation?
Put your knowledge to the test at Startups Trivia—a night of clever questions, laughs, and friendly competition.
Join a team (or bring your own), grab a drink, and compete for prizes and bragging rights as we quiz you on everything from unicorn valuations to startup fails, iconic founders, tech trends, and more.
This one’s for the curious, the competitive, and the community lovers.

💡 Find a Co-founder: Speed Dating Night

🗓 16th May | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Looking for your startup soulmate? This is the night to meet them.
Our Co-founder Speed Dating event is designed to help you connect with complementary minds—whether you're a technical founder looking for a hustler, a visionary looking for a builder, or just someone with an idea looking for someone brave enough to try it with you.
Fast-paced, fun, and full of opportunities, this session will guide you through a series of short, structured conversations with potential co-founders. You never know where one spark can lead.

🔥 60 Startups in 60 Minutes

🗓 23rd May | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
60 founders. 60 stories. 60 seconds each.
Welcome to the ultimate founder showcase—open to any startup, not just UTS Startups members!
This isn’t about pitching to investors—it’s about sharing what you're building, sparking connections, and asking for what you need to grow.
In just one minute, you’ll tell us who you are, what you’re working on, and your one big ask—whether that's finding a co-founder, hiring talent, seeking advice, connecting with mentors, or unlocking funding opportunities. If you would like to present, please fill out this EOI form - REGISTER HERE
Bring your energy, your story, and your ambitions.
Then stick around for good vibes, new connections, and a celebration of our incredible founder community!

🎉 Farewell 608 Party

🗓 30th May | ⏰ 5:00 PM – Late
It’s the end of an era—and we’re sending off 608 Harris Street in style.
Celebrate the legacy of UTS Startups at our final party in our beloved space. Whether you've worked here, attended an event, or just want to say goodbye, come join us for one last toast to the community that made this place special.
Expect music, drinks, dancing, photo walls, memory corners, and a few surprises along the way.
Let’s close this chapter the way startups do best—together, with joy and possibility for what’s next.

For clarity, this is not a Fishburners event, but we’ll be raising a glass to the great work that’s continuing there today.