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Startup & founder events in Chennai

Chennai is known for SaaS founders, and its events often connect with the IIT Madras research park community.

Updated weekly. Last checked 4 November 2026.

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12 events

An event is one evening. Your founder circle is every week.

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Questions people ask

Is this the same as startup events in Madras?

Yes. Chennai and Madras are the same city, so every startup event in Madras is listed here.

What is the next founder event in Chennai?

The next one is Global Startup Summit Chennai - 2026 on Saturday, 14 November 2026. There are 12 upcoming events listed in Chennai right now.

Are there free startup events in Chennai?

Yes. 6 of the 12 upcoming events listed in Chennai are free to attend. Use the Free filter to see only those.

How do I book a ticket?

Open any event and press the booking button. It takes you to the organiser’s own ticket page on Eventbrite, Meetup, Luma or their website, and you book directly with them. Founders Wing does not sell tickets or charge a fee.

How often is this list updated?

Every week. New events are added, and upcoming ones are re-checked so that cancelled events and dead links come off the list.

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