Find your inspiration, then find your launch window.
With two cycles each year, there’s always an upcoming opportunity to win big for your business.
Priority Deadline
January 5, 2026
Applicants who submit by this date will be eligible to receive early access to feedback and be eligible to make updates to their application.
Final Deadline
February 17, 2026
All applications must be submitted by this date.
Selection Day
March 5, 2026
Finalists Announced
TBD
Program Begins
TBD
Seminars – Includes all applicants who pass quality check
(Virtual, Dates TBD)
Investor Committee Meeting – Tech
May 7, 2026
Investor Committee Meeting – Life Sciences
May 14, 2026
All Winners for Alabama Launchpad 2025 will be featured at Founder Fest/Innovate Alabama’s State of Innovation Day
December 8-9, 2025
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Cycle 1
Application Window
Cycle 1 ApplicationsPriority Deadline – January 5, 2026Final Deadline – February 17, 2026
ScheduleFinalist Announcements – TBDMentorship Phase Begins – TBDFinalist Pitches – TBDGrand Finale Showcase – TBDPitch Finale
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Cycle 2
Application Window
Pitch Finale
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Cycle 3
Application Window
Pitch Finale
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Alabama Founder Fest to Showcase Emerging Startups, Innovation and Investment Opportunities
November 3, 2025
