2026 events
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Events that are designed to challenge you, develop your creativity, and meet new friends.
Events Calendar 2026
Entré's flagship event helps students refine their ideas through mentorship and workshops, ending with a Shark Tank-style pitch competition for cash prizes and sponsorships to launch their ventures. This year, alumnus Zac Hintz will oversee the program. We aim to enhance the competition by expanding the prize from the $60,000 value in 2025. Additionally, we'll kick off the program with a startup weekend, connecting with a wide range of early-stage founders over 48 hours, which will serve as the program’s selection process.
Enterprise Challenge
Launch Night
▶ Held: Thursday 26th February - Rātā Building, University of Canterbury
▶ Tickets: Free for members
The Grand Launch of Entré will take place on the campus of the University of Canterbury, aiming to attract over 200 attendees. This event presents a fantastic opportunity to introduce the new executive team, announce both returning and new sponsors for the club, and provide an overview of the upcoming year.
Napkin Challenge
▶ Applications open: Now
▶ Applications close: 12th March
The Napkin Challenge sparks a “give-it-a-go” mindset, encouraging students to share creative ideas in a fun, casual contest. It’s a gateway to the Enterprise Challenge.
Market-a-thon
▶ Held: TBC
A stimulating 24-hour marketing competition where students collaborate to devise innovative marketing solutions for real-world challenges. Conducted in partnership with Antony & Mates, this event functions as a case competition, working alongside a local business to present the problem.
A.M. Club
▶ Held: March - October
This series is about developing a mindset. Embracing discomfort, taking risks, and trying new things together, not just academic activities or competitions. There are 6 A.M. Clubs planned for 2026.
