Join us at the NVC Finals on April 22 to watch CU Boulder's top student, faculty and staff entrepreneurs pitch their innovative business ventures live to a panel of judges and compete for a share of $275,000! RSVP Today!

This year's highlights include a power-packed lineup of programming and entertainment:

• Opening remarks by CU Boulder Chancellor Justin Schwartz
• Dynamic emcees Albus Brooks and Dianne Myles
• Entertainment by DJ Fa'Ddorah
• Vocal performance by the In the Buff A Capella Group
• Special appearance by CU Boulder mascot, "Chip"
• Spotlight on the winning team of the 2026 High School New Venture Challenge—powered by FirstBank
• Presentation of the 2026 Innovation & Entrepreneurship Awards
• Live voting for the $5,000 Audience Choice Award

About the New Venture Challenge (NVC)

The New Venture Challenge (NVC)—a signature program of CU Boulder’s Innovation & Entrepreneurship Initiative—is a launchpad for aspiring problem-solvers and creatives. Participants have the opportunity to build impactful ventures through entrepreneurial events and programming, community support, mentorship and the chance to compete for hundreds of thousands of dollars in funding.

Event specifics:

• Doors open for general admission at 5:30 p.m. and the event begins at 6 p.m.
• This event is free with registration.
• Attendees must register in advance.
• Seating is limited and at-the-door registration is not guaranteed.
• The Boulder Theater bar will be open for those over 21.