The August Fest 2025

Overview

The August Fest 2025 returns as a global platform celebrating the convergence of startups, creators, investors, and cultural voices. Expected to attract over 18,000 participants, including startup founders, technologists, artists, financiers, and creatives, the event merges innovation with artistic expression across two immersive days in.

Key Features

• Attendees: 18,000+ founders, investors, corporates, artists
• Startup Pitches: 100+ startup pitch sessions; live pitch battles with awards 
• Speakers: 150+ domestic and international voices across multiple industries
• Expo & Creative Showcase: 200+ stalls featuring startups, art installations, innovation demos 
• Performances: Evening creative performances, music sets, stand-up, film, and cultural showcases

Programming

• Day 1 (HITEX): Main stages host keynotes, sharp panels, investor interactions, and pitch competitions, followed by live entertainment and networking 
• Day 2 (Innovation Hubs): Hands-on workshops and masterclasses for founders, artists, and technologists, plus roll‑out pitch sessions and ecosystem-led excursions

Strategic Themes

• Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
• HealthTech innovation
• Fintech & Web3
• Climate tech & sustainability
• Creative economies & cultural innovation
• Enterprise solutions & deep tech

Why It Matters

This event bridges the startup ecosystem with creative and cultural sectors, fostering new models of innovation. It positions Hyderabad as one of the world’s top emerging startup and culture hubs and offers global exposure for regional founders.