Central Massachusetts is gearing up for a major celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation with StartUp Week Worcester 2025, set to take place from April 8-10, 2025. Presented by M&T Bank and hosted by Auxilium Worcester and the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce, this multi-day event will highlight the region’s growing startup ecosystem.

One of the standout events of the week is the Innovation Crawl on April 8, offering attendees an inside look at some of Worcester’s most cutting-edge companies and innovation hubs.

What to Expect at the Innovation Crawl

Participants will embark on a guided tour of leading businesses and research centers that are shaping the future of industries such as aerospace, robotics, life sciences, and consumer products. Stops include:

• Auxilium Worcester – Get an exclusive first look at this new startup hub designed to support entrepreneurs and foster collaboration.
• Multiscale Systems – Explore game-changing lightweight, high-performance materials transforming industries like energy, aerospace, and defense.
• Polar Beverages – Go behind the scenes at the state-of-the-art bottling facility of this iconic, family-owned brand.
• Cogmedix – Discover how complex medical devices are developed and brought to market.
• Worcester Polytechnic Institute Robotics – See the future of AI-driven robotics and autonomous systems in action.
• Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives (MBI) – Get an inside look at Worcester’s premier life sciences incubator, where biotech startups are shaping the future.

Who Should Attend?

The Innovation Crawl is designed for entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders, students, educators, and anyone passionate about technology, manufacturing, and startup growth. It provides a unique opportunity to network, learn, and gain firsthand insights into Worcester’s innovation landscape.

The cost to attend is $50, which includes transportation and lunch.

How to Register

Those interested in attending the Innovation Crawl can learn more and secure their spot by visiting this registration link.

With a thriving startup ecosystem, Worcester is cementing itself as a key player in the innovation economy. StartUp Week Worcester 2025 promises to be an event that fuels connections, fosters collaboration, and showcases the groundbreaking work happening in Central Massachusetts.