Tupu Showcase 2026

The Tupu Showcase marks the culmination of an intensive eight-week accelerator supporting Māori founders building scalable ventures for global markets. Across the evening, ten startups take the stage at Auckland's Aotea Centre to present ventures spanning technology, wellness, sustainability, AI, consumer products and agritech, sharing the whakaaro, innovation and ambition shaping the future of Māori enterprise.

Run by the Tupu Accelerator (delivered by Tapuwae Roa) and now in its third year, the showcase is aimed at investors, founders and the wider innovation ecosystem of Aotearoa. Tickets start from $180 + GST and include an exhibition hour with direct access to the founders, live pitch presentations, a three-course meal, beverages, networking and live entertainment.