Shape the Future of Bitcoin Innovation PlebLab Startup Day Guadalajara 2026 is from 20–21 August 2026 at Ciudad Creativa Digital, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. This two-day Bitcoin startup conference is designed for founders, developers, investors, and innovators to accelerate the next generation of Bitcoin-powered businesses. Attendees will experience an engaging environment where innovative concepts take shape, from practical coding and Lightning Network experiments to startup presentations, product launches, and founder speeches. This is the event to attend if you have an interest in Bitcoin, blockchain innovation, Web3 startups, open-source development, fintech, and digital payments.
Organised By
PlebLab is a Bitcoin-focused startup bootcamp established in 2021 to support developers, entrepreneurs, and innovators by providing financial connections, business resources, community support, and training to help build Bitcoin companies.
Event Highlights
- Hackalajara 2.0 is a full-day Bitcoin hackathon that includes real-world product development, Lightning, payments, and open-source tools.
- Startup Day includes expert panels, founder presentations, product announcements, keynote addresses, and startup pitches.
- Networking with developers, ecosystem leaders, venture capitalists, angel investors, and Bitcoin startups.
- Investor access and celebration with the Hackathon winners.
- Live project shows and mentorship opportunities
Who Can Attend Startup Day?
- Bitcoin and Lightning developers
- Startup founders and entrepreneurs
- Angel investors and venture capitalists
- Blockchain innovators and fintech professionals
- Students, researchers, and Bitcoin enthusiasts
Schedule Highlights
- Day 1 – 20 August 2026 | Hackalajara 2.0
- 8:00–9:00 AM: Registration, Breakfast & Networking
- 9:00 AM onwards: Bitcoin Hackathon, Workshops & Team Building
- 12:00 PM: Catered Lunch
- Afternoon: Product Development, Mentoring & Project Testing
- Evening: Builder Networking & Collaboration Sessions
- Day 2 – 21 August 2026 | PlebLab Startup Day
- 8:00–9:00 AM: Check-in, Coffee & Networking
- 9:00–11:55 AM: Welcome, Keynote & Startup Announcements
- 1:15–3:30 PM: Founder Panels on Bitcoin Payments & Mexico's Bitcoin Economy
- 3:40–5:00 PM: Hackalajara 2.0 Project Demos
- 5:00–10:00 PM: Happy Hour, Winners Dinner & Networking Celebration
Featured Speakers
- Car – Co-Founder & CEO, PlebLab
- Gustavo J. F. Echaiz – CEO & Founder, Aureo
- Brandon Keys – Founder, Green Candle Investments
- Christopher Scott – Co-Founder & CTO, FROSTR
Don't miss Startup Day Guadalajara 2026, where Bitcoin startups, Lightning innovation, blockchain technology, and visionary founders come together to build, launch, and shape the future of the Bitcoin industry.