da Vinci Center Demo Day

The da Vinci Center Demo Day is VCU's signature biannual pitch competition and venture showcase, sponsored by Capital One. Held at the Shift Retail Lab, the event invites VCU students, alumni, and local entrepreneurs to pitch their ventures for cash prizes and gain feedback from judges and the audience.

All Demo Day awardees receive complimentary tickets to the Tom Tom Festival, expanding opportunities for visibility, networking, and continued growth. The event reflects the da Vinci Center's mission of bringing together students, faculty, and community partners to turn ideas into action.