This was Colombia Tech Fest 2025, the first open-air tech festival

Colombia Tech Fest 2025 gathered more than 8,000 attendees in Bogotá with a sold-out edition that redefined how technology, investment, and innovation connect in Latin America. For two days, the capital became the stage for startups, global investors, corporations, and government leaders, positioning itself as a regional hub for entrepreneurship and business growth.

A “Coachella of Entrepreneurship”

Held on August 21 and 22 at Parque Museo El Chicó, the festival offered far more than a traditional conference. Inspired by the concept of a “Coachella for entrepreneurship,” the event blended keynote talks, workshops, immersive networking activities, gastronomy curated by B.eats, innovation showcases, and wellness experiences. 

With more than 125 speakers from across the globe, Colombia Tech Fest delivered an environment where ideas and connections could flourish.

Diversity and Global Reach

This edition stood out for its diversity and international presence. Over 70 international speakers and 400 influential guests participated, with women representing 55% of the speaker lineup, a clear reflection of female leadership in technology, entrepreneurship, and investment.

“This festival is more than just an event; it’s the chance to look each other in the eye, build real connections, and transform them into partners, clients, or investors to scale bold ideas,” said Nicolás Cruz, CEO and co-founder of Colombia Tech Week.

Leaders and Investors on Stage

The event featured key voices shaping the future of technology and business in the region. Among the speakers were Paula Bárcenas, General Manager of TikTok Andean Region; Marcela Torres, CEO of Nubank Colombia; Luz Mery Guerrero, founder of Servientrega and Efecty; alongside representatives from Nequi, Wompi, Mercado Libre, Oracle, Kushki, and Addi.

International investors from Monashees, Norte Ventures, and Bicycle Capital also joined the conversation, together with the official delegation of the United Arab Emirates, special guest country of the festival.

Strategic Partnerships Driving Innovation

Colombia Tech Fest 2025 was made possible thanks to the support of strategic partners including Eleven Labs, IndiGO, a2censo, nuam, Factored, AntPack, and lovable, as well as leading corporations such as Visa, Deloitte, Colsubsidio, Wework, and Snowflake.

Throughout the event, discussions centered on artificial intelligence, sustainability, business innovation, venture capital, fintech, and digital finance, all pressing themes shaping the region’s future.

A New Tradition for Colombia and Latin America

For organizers, the festival was the beginning of a new way of bringing the ecosystem together. “From the start, we envisioned a space that pushed people out of the ordinary, where ideas and conversations could happen in an inspiring, open-air setting. What we experienced at Parque Museo El Chicó proves that when innovation, investment, and talent meet, the possibilities for transformation in Colombia and Latin America multiply,” concluded Cruz.

Colombia Tech Fest 2025 not only marked a milestone event but also set the stage for a new tradition: an annual gathering that blends knowledge, experience, and real connections to scale big ideas across the region.