Biofest Days is a multi‑day, statewide convergence of healthcare and bioscience leaders, bringing organizations, innovators, and partners from across Texas to San Antonio for a coordinated series of thought‑leadership sessions, tours, workshops, networking events, community‑facing programs, and Biofest Invest—the preeminent biomedical pitch competition for Texas startups. Designed to highlight the region’s scientific and clinical strengths while fostering cross‑sector connection, Biofest Days creates space for universities, research institutes, health systems, startups, military medical units, service providers, and industry partners to showcase capabilities and engage with peers. The series blends thought‑leadership sessions with hands‑on experiences and ecosystem‑wide programming. Biofest Invest has a strong track record of impact, with past pitching companies collectively raising more than $85 million since participating. Together, these events form one of the state’s most collaborative gatherings, drawing participants who want to explore emerging opportunities, build relationships, and connect across disciplines.
Biofest Days is scheduled to be the 2 weeks preceding and slightly overlapping Fiesta San Antonio, so attendees can choose to stay and enjoy San Antonio’s cultural celebration.
Many different organizations hosts Biofest Days events on different topics, targeting different audiences. Some events are free and some have a fee to attend. Most require registration to ensure space. Click on the Events tab to find the events you’d like to attend and register, as needed.
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Hosting an event is free during Biofest Days. Companies typically host events to maximize their visibility and engage with the Texas biomedical community. The event list for Biofest Days 2026 is closed. Information about hosting, can be found here. To be included in future Biofest Days, register here. To have a conversation, contact info@biomedsa.org.