ARENA Tulum TULUM INNOVATION FEST 2026 Loved by TCF The New Economy Edition 📍 Tulum, México 📅 December 9–12, 2026 TULUM INNOVATION FEST 2026 Born from the community behind Tulum Crypto Fest. Tulum Innovation Fest expands the conversation beyond a single industry, creating a meeting point for founders, investors, creators, innovators and community leaders exploring the future of technology, business and human connection. Blockchain remains an important part of the story. But today's opportunities extend across Artificial Intelligence, Digital Assets, Future Cities, Entrepreneurship, Wellness, Capital Formation, Creator Economies and Emerging Technologies. Inspired by global gatherings such as LABITCONF, Ibiza Tech Forum, BITBASEL, etc., Tulum Innovation Fest brings multiple communities together under one roof while preserving the spirit that made Tulum Crypto Fest possible. For one week, Tulum becomes a concentrated environment where ideas, relationships, and opportunities accelerate. A social accelerator for the new economy. Powered by community. Loved by TCF. One Week. Two Experiences. One Community. Tulum Innovation Fest is the evolution of Tulum Crypto Fest into a broader platform for innovation, entrepreneurship, technology, creativity, and the new economy. We are opening the doors to founders, startups, investors, creators, brands, communities, and organizations from around the world who want to present their projects, launch new initiatives, showcase products, build partnerships, and participate in meaningful conversations shaping the future. For one week, Tulum becomes a meeting point for new ideas, emerging technologies, investment opportunities, and global collaboration—bringing together the people building what comes next. 🌐 TULUM INNOVATION CITY PAY HOW YOU WANT. SELL HOW YOU WANT. For the first time, Tulum Innovation Fest activates a city-wide commerce network designed for the New Economy. Visitors can pay however they want. Local businesses can sell however they want. Available Payment Methods • Credit & Debit Cards • Bank Transfers • QR Payments • BTC & Lightning • USDT & USDC • ETH & SOL • Exchange-Based Payments • Cash (where applicable) Hotels, restaurants, wellness centers, coworking spaces and local businesses are invited to join the official Tulum Innovation City Network. Benefits • Alternative Payment Infrastructure • Training & Onboarding • Festival Visibility • Marketing Support • Access to a Global Community The conference happens at IKAL Arena. The experiment happens across the city. Welcome to the first activation of Tulum Innovation City. Compliance All participating businesses receive settlement in Mexican Pesos (MXN) through authorized providers and in accordance with applicable regulations. DECEMBER 9–12 🏆 WHALE TANK BOOTCAMP Powered by Parquetec 📍 Tankah Bay, Tulum • Startup Acceleration Program • Founder Residency • Mentorship & Workshops • Investor Preparation • Fundraising Strategy • Pitch Training • Founder Community Experiences DECEMBER 9–12 🚀 TULUM INNOVATION FEST 📍 IKAL Arena • Keynotes & Panels • AI, Blockchain & New Economies • Future Cities & Innovation • Venture Capital & Entrepreneurship • Founder & Investor Networking • Wellness Experiences • Community Gatherings • Gala Dinner • Sunset Experiences DECEMBER 10 🎤 WHALE TANK SEMI-FINALS 📍 IKAL Arena All participating startups present before the festival audience. The audience votes live to select the Top 10 startups advancing to the final round. DECEMBER 11 🌴 LA VELETA COMMUNITY NIGHT 📍 La Veleta, Tulum The festival expands into the city for an evening of community, culture, food, music and connection. Featuring local partners including Veleta Market, Pizzine, Agavero and other businesses, founders and creative projects shaping Tulum today. • Live Music & DJs • Cocktails & Local Experiences • Food & Hospitality Showcase • Founder & Investor Networking • Community Celebration A night out in Tulum with the global innovation community. DECEMBER 12 🌴 RECOVERY DAY A softer day to slow down, reconnect and enjoy Tulum. • Beach Time • Wellness Activities • Community Gatherings • Recovery & Integration 🌿 XIELTUN EXPERIENCE Optional full-day immersion into the underground rivers of the Mayan world, guided by the Bejar Family, founders of Xieltun and visionaries behind one of the region's most unique consciousness and nature projects. 🐋 WHALE TANK FINALS 📍 IKAL Arena Top startups present before a jury of investors, founders and ecosystem leaders. Winning startups are announced during the festival closing celebrations. 🌕 FULL PARTY 📍 IKAL Arena 🕘 From 9:00 PM until late The official closing party of Tulum Innovation Fest. A beachfront celebration under the stars with DJs, special surprises and one final toast with our global community. One last dance. One last toast. Until next time. 💻 DEVELOPERS, HACKATHONS & TRADING ARENA Hackathons, developer meetups, trading competitions, builder sessions and technical workshops. We're inviting developers, traders, protocols, exchanges and communities to help shape this chapter of the festival. Interested in participating? Register your interest through our website or contact the team directly. More details coming soon. THREE CHAPTERS. ONE FESTIVAL. CHAPTER I 🚀 TULUM INNOVATION FEST The evolution of Tulum Crypto Fest into a broader platform exploring innovation, entrepreneurship, technology, wellness, future cities, capital formation and emerging economies. CHAPTER II 🏆 WHALE TANK BOOTCAMP Powered by Parquetec A startup acceleration and investor readiness experience designed for founders seeking mentorship, exposure and investment opportunities. CHAPTER III 🌎 COMMUNITY PARTNERS, AMBASSADORS & DELEGATIONS A global network of communities, founders, investors, media partners, ecosystem builders and event...