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Global Tech Weekend begins 2027 with new, large-scale plans and a unique format. On December 5, 2026, Mtatsminda Hall will host the official launch event of Global Tech Weekend 2027, where the concept and vision for the year ahead, international expansion plans, and major strategic partnerships will be officially announced.
The main highlight of the evening will take place on the Mtatsminda Ferris Wheel: startups will present their business ideas to international investors inside the wheel’s cabins.
“Pitch in a Ferris Wheel”: 6 Minutes, One Rotation, Many Opportunities
The organizers were searching for a format that would take the startup pitch beyond the boundaries of a standard business meeting while turning it into a real business opportunity. The idea of the Ferris wheel was born from this search. For the first time in history, the Mtatsminda Ferris Wheel will be dedicated entirely to startups and international investors, who will come to Tbilisi specifically for the event from Global Tech Weekend’s global network.
Each founder will be given one full rotation of the wheel, six minutes, to present their startup. Each pitch will be streamed live, extending its reach well beyond the cabin. The winner will be revealed later that evening at the awards ceremony. For the organizers, the goal goes beyond creating a memorable moment: the format aims to connect startups with international investors and generate long-term results.
Applications for the Ferris Wheel Session are now open. Startups and investors interested in taking part are invited to submit their applications via the links below:
Global Tech Weekend 2027: The Next Chapter Begins
Following the Ferris wheel session, Mtatsminda Hall will host the official announcement of Global Tech Weekend 2027. The organizers will present the full calendar for 2027, its concept and vision, the movement’s international expansion plans, and new strategic partnerships.
The event will bring together representatives from more than 10 sectors under one roof, including tech companies, investors and venture funds, international organizations, corporate leaders, startup founders, the creative industries, and the media.
“Global Tech Weekend’s mission has always been to connect Georgia’s tech ecosystem with the world. On December 5, we will bring an entirely new dimension to this mission. In 2026, we connected different tech ecosystems from San Francisco to Tashkent and Tbilisi. In 2027, we want to grow GTW’s international reach even further, expand our partner network, and strengthen the connections between cities and ecosystems. New strategic partnerships hold a special place in this vision, because we are not simply growing the scale of our events. We are building an international network whose value lies in continuous connection between partners, knowledge exchange, and access to new markets,” says Medea Janjghava, CEO of Global Tech Weekend.
Global Tech Weekend 2026: Three Cities, One Global Movement
2026 marked a year of international expansion for Global Tech Weekend. The movement opened its year in March with San Francisco Business Week, went on to host Global Tech Weekend Tashkent on May 15-17, and on June 19-21 brought a three-day global tech festival to Tbilisi.
Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026 in numbers:
10,000+ attendees
250+ speakers
300+ investors
150+ partners
12+ sectors
Global Tech Weekend 2027 Official Launch Event: Attendance and Registration
The Official Launch Event of Global Tech Weekend 2027 will take place on December 5, 2026, at Mtatsminda Hall. The event will be held in a closed format, and participation will be available only through prior registration on Global Tech Weekend’s official Luma calendar.
Registration: Luma link
For more information and updates, visit the official Global Tech Weekend website: https://gtwt.ge/
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