What is Demo Day?
On Demo Day, Y Combinator's latest batch of startups present to an invite-only audience of approximately 1,000 investors and media. While we ran Demo Day remotely during covid, Demo Day is now back to being in-person.
Demo Day is a private, invitation-only event and always oversubscribed. If you receive an invitation, RSVP yes to confirm your spot.
There is no continuous list of investors who are always invited to Demo Day. Investors are invited based on their recent investment history in YC companies and our relationships with them.
Where is Demo Day held?
Demo Day is held in San Francisco.
Can I participate online?
For those who can't make it to San Francisco, we will provide access to the demo day website, which has information on the companies that presented.
How do I get an invitation to Demo Day?
Invitations are software generated and based on recent investment history in YC startups. If you are an investor, you can also apply for an invitation directly at https://www.ycombinator.com/demoday.
A partner at my firm has received a Demo Day invite. Can additional people at our firm receive Demo Day invitations?
Yes, other members of your firm can sign up for an invitation at https://www.ycombinator.com/demoday, or email us at demoday@ycombinator.com.
The invitation to Demo Day is for you and you only. It is not transferable and it cannot be used for multiple people. If someone you know is interested in going, we recommend encouraging them to apply or to get an introduction to one of the YC general partners.
Can I transfer the invitation to someone else in my firm?
If you would like to transfer your invitation to another partner at the same firm, please email us at demoday@ycombinator.com.
Transfers to other partners are fine; transfers to associates or other non-partner staff will be case-by-case depending on availability.
Can I get information on which companies will be presenting?
Yes, companies launch throughout the batch on our Startup Directory and Launch YC. Visit those to discover most of the companies presenting.