New York Tech Week, presented by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), is a decentralized city-wide series of events taking place across New York City in early June. In 2026, Tech Week New York runs June 1 to June 7, and the European Pitch event is planned for June 4, 2026.

Lithuania will have one on-stage pitch slot. We will select two teams: a primary startup to pitch and a reserve startup as a backup option. Startups not pitching on stage can still participate in the networking program around the event. An additional Lithuania startups and investors gathering is planned for June 5, 2026 at the Consulate General of the Republic of Lithuania in New York.

The goal is to support the international growth of Lithuanian startups by enabling targeted connections with United States investors and potential partners, and by increasing Lithuania’s visibility in the New York startup ecosystem during New York Tech Week.

Who should apply

We are looking for startups that:

• demonstrate clear traction and strong execution (post-seed stage)
• have a credible, specific use case for the United States market
• are fundraising or preparing to fundraise with United States investors
• can pitch and hold investor conversations confidently in English

Selected teams will receive support with pitch preparation and coordination of targeted investor and partner outreach ahead of arrival in New York and on location.

Important:

Participation in the event and the Lithuania gathering on June 5, 2026 is free of charge and covered by the organisers.

Travel, accommodation, and other related expenses must be covered by the startups themselves. However, startups may apply separately for travel cost reimbursement through Innovation Agency funding programmes (subject to eligibility and a separate application process). Please follow Innovation Agency’s and Startup Lithuania’s website and social media for updates on funding opportunities.

For questions, contact [email protected]

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Deadline for Applications: 2026-03-20