Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi returns this year with an even bigger vision for connecting technology ecosystems across the region. From June 19 to 21, the Georgian capital will welcome more than 10,000 international guests, bringing together founders, investors, innovators, creators, and professionals who want to exchange ideas and explore the latest developments shaping technology today.

The flagship event of the festival will take place on June 20 at Factory Tbilisi, where the largest concentration of attendees, international media representatives, and global investors will gather. Many of the event's most anticipated speakers will take the stage here, while attendees will also gain access to a wide range of networking zones, interactive experiences, and industry-focused activities designed to make new collaborations possible.

Why Factory Tbilisi?

No conversation about Tbilisi's architectural evolution is complete without mentioning the former Coca-Cola factory. The iconic building spent decades producing one of the world's most recognizable beverages before being reimagined as part of a broader urban revitalization movement. Today, the industrial complex has become one of the city's fastest-growing cultural and creative hotspots.

Beyond its cultural significance, Factory Tbilisi offers the scale required for an event of this magnitude. With more than 17,000 square meters of multifunctional space, it provides the ideal setting for GTWT 2026.

"This year our movement is reaching an unprecedented scale. The number of speakers, industries, guests and activities has almost doubled compared to last year. We needed a venue where people could learn, network and enjoy themselves without everything feeling a bit too crowded together. Factory Tbilisi gives us exactly that kind of flexibility. We divided the venue into dedicated pavilions that combine thematic stages with corresponding activity zones. The diversity of Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi allowed us to fully utilize this remarkable cultural hub," says Mariam Chikadze, Head of Marketing at GTWT2026.

To help attendees navigate the festival, organizers have prepared a detailed venue map highlighting every pavilion and activity zone.

Five Stages, More Than 200 Speakers

On June 20, visitors to Factory Tbilisi will have access to five distinct stages featuring speakers from some of the world's most influential brands, including Nike, Meta, Google, Netflix, Monday.com, Dolce & Gabbana, and many others.

STAGE W: World-Building & Technology Stage

A stage dedicated to leadership, growth, and experience-sharing. Industry veterans will discuss the challenges of building impactful businesses, both in Georgia and internationally.

STAGE T: Startup Stage

A space designed for emerging founders and startup teams. Alongside keynote presentations and panel discussions from experienced professionals, attendees will watch startup pitches and have investment opportunities. Entrepreneurs will be given a unique chance to present their projects directly to world-class investors.

STAGE F: Future Innovation Stage

Focused on leadership, fintech, real estate, and Web3, this stage explores the trends and technologies shaping the next generation of industries. Keynotes and fireside conversations will combine strategic insights with practical applications that attendees can implement in their own fields.

STAGE G: Global Stage

The festival's flagship stage and the focal point of the entire event. This is where Startup Battles, investment agreement signings, and keynote presentations from globally recognized brands will take place. Designed to capture the pulse of international innovation, the stage aims to leave attendees with ideas and inspiration that extend far beyond the festival itself.

Theatre Stage

A venue for conversations about design, the creative economy, psychology, and the evolving relationship between technology and culture. Here you’ll be welcomed with inspiring discussions, informal exchanges, and explorations of how innovation is reshaping creative industries.

The full speaker lineup and  conference agenda are available on the official Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi website.

Experiences Beyond the Conference Stages

Networking remains one of the main goals of Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi, which is why significant attention has been given to creating informal meeting spaces throughout Factory Tbilisi.

Across the venue's pavilion zones, guests will find a wide variety of experiences designed to encourage interaction, discovery, and relaxation.

Near the technology-focused stages, participants will have access to both Georgian and English-language libraries, as well as an open podcast studio where visitors can record and download their own conversations as audio episodes. Contemporary art installations and expo areas will provide opportunities for inspiration and creative exploration, while outdoor green spaces offer a place to recharge with coffee or a refreshing drink.

For attendees looking for hands-on experiences, workshop zones located near the Global Stage will host interactive activities and practical sessions throughout the day.
And this is only part of what awaits visitors on June 20. Organizers promise many more surprises for people exploring the festival grounds.

Global Tech Weekend Tbilisi 2026 will also take place on June 19 and June 21. The full program for all three days is available on the movement's official website.

If you would like to be part of an experience that will stay with you long after the event ends, secure your ticket through your preferred platform:

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