OMAHA, Nebraska (May 20, 2026)—Open Range and Techstars Omaha are hosting Startup Weekend at Catalyst Omaha in the EDGE District on June 5-7, and any “startup-curious” faculty, staff or students at the University of Nebraska are encouraged to participate.
Startup Weekend is a three-day immersive experience where participants build something from scratch alongside a room full of curious, motivated people. Some arrive with ideas ready to pitch. Others show up to help bring those ideas to life. Everyone leaves with something real.
The event is ideal for UNMC and UNO faculty, staff, and students who have thought about launching a venture, solving a problem, or simply curious to explore what entrepreneurship feels like in practice. No business experience is required, just curiosity and a willingness to collaborate.
Startup Weekend is designed for:
- Existing and aspiring founders
- Designers and marketers
- Developers and builders
- Students and career switchers
The event takes place at Catalyst Omaha, 4601 Catalyst Court, with the following schedule:
- Friday, June 5 (5:30 p.m.-10 p.m.)
- Saturday, June 6 (7 a.m.-10 p.m.)
- Sunday, June 7 (7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.)
Ticket holders receive access to skilled builders, innovative minds, and expert mentors — plus food, coffee, and swag throughout the weekend. Student tickets are $50 and early bird tickets are $75. Early bird pricing ends Friday, May 22 at 11:59 p.m.
Register at openrange.org/startup-weekend.
