Caribbean Venture
Accelerator & Demo Day

Empowering Dutch Caribbean Innovation & Connecting Founders with Global Opportunities

December 1-5: Accelerator | Dec 7-9: Pitch Prep | Dec 10: Demo Day
Dutch Caribbean · 6 Islands · 1 Stage

About The Event

The Caribbean Venture Accelerator & Demo Day is the flagship venture event of the Dutch Caribbean — built for startups and growth companies ready to connect with investors and gain regional market visibility.

A structured 5-day accelerator, intensive pitch coaching, and a high-stakes Demo Day — all under one platform, uniting founders and investors from across the six Dutch Caribbean islands.

6 Islands
10 Days
2 Tracks
1 Demo Day
Demo Day
Aruba
Curaçao
Bonaire
Sint Maarten
Sint Eustatius
Saba

Event Categories

Four passes — for founders, investors, and attendees

Startup
$450 USD Alumni: $337.50

Startup Category

For earlier-stage ventures looking to gain visibility and connect with potential investors and partners.

  • Accelerator Program (Dec 1-5)
  • Premium Pitch Coaching (Dec 7-9)
  • Pitch Deck Review & Mentorship
  • Demo Day Presentation Slot
  • Investor & Partner Access
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Investor
$100 USD Includes networking dinner

Investor Pass

For angel investors, seed funds, VCs, and corporate investors seeking quality deal flow from the Dutch Caribbean.

  • Full Demo Day Access
  • Curated Startup & Growth Deal Flow
  • 1-on-1 Founder Meeting Slots
  • Investor Networking Dinner
  • First Look at Regional Pipeline
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Observer
$75 USD Demo Day access

Observer Pass

For companies, professionals, and ecosystem players who want to attend Demo Day, explore partnerships, and network — without pitching.

  • Full Demo Day Access
  • Startup & Growth Pitches Live
  • Networking Sessions
  • Matchmaking Directory Access
  • No Pitch Slot or Coaching
Get Observer Pass
O'STAD Alumni? Get 25% OFF — email events.aruba@impacthub.net with your alumni credentials before registering.

Event Schedule

Mark your calendars for December 2026

Accelerator Program

December 1-5, 2026

Intensive accelerator program featuring workshops, mentorship sessions, strategic planning, and business model refinement.

Pitch Preparation

December 7-9, 2026

Intensive pitch coaching with expert mentors and pitch coaches. Refine your presentation, perfect your delivery, and prepare to impress investors.

Demo Day

December 10, 2026

The main event! Present your venture in front of investor sharks, angel investors, seed investors, and the broader Caribbean business community. Find investors, partners, and collaborators to accelerate your growth.

Why Participate?

Benefits for founders, investors, and ecosystem partners

Investor Access

Connect with regional and international investors

Mentorship

Learn from experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts

Ecosystem Connection

Build relationships with Caribbean ecosystem partners

Growth Support

Strategic guidance for scaling your venture

Visibility

Showcase your venture to key stakeholders

Regional Exposure

Gain visibility across the Caribbean region

Ready to Join Us?

Don't miss this opportunity to accelerate your venture and connect with the Caribbean innovation ecosystem

Apply Now for Demo Day

Our Ecosystem

Building Caribbean innovation together

Organizers

Impact Hub Aruba

Strategic Partners

O'STAD Aruba
Aruba Chamber of Commerce

Sponsors

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