
OREGON UAS INNOVATION CHALLENGE
Date: TBD, May 2026
Time: TBD (typically 3:00–6:00 PM)
Location: Pendleton, Oregon
Join industry leaders, investors, and the brightest UAS founders from across Oregon for the state’s premier unmanned systems demo day. The Oregon UAS Innovation Showcase is the grand finale of the UAS Innovation Challenge—spotlighting the top 10 finalists and the most promising aerial and robotic solutions of the year.
Oregon UAS Innovation Showcase
Event Highlights
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Finalist Pitches:
Experience the excitement as Challenge finalists present live to a panel of judges and investors. See the latest UAS and robotics technologies and discover which startups are shaping the industry’s future. -
Special Keynote & Fireside:
Hear from influential guest speakers and sector leaders (to be announced). -
Premium Networking:
Connect one-on-one with founders, investment professionals, and Oregon’s UAS leadership. Expand your connections in an innovation-rich setting. -
Exclusive Access:
Get a front row seat to the region’s most innovative startups, explore new technologies, and meet the teams building the future.
Why Attend?
- Be the first to see emerging UAS technologies that are reshaping industries
- Connect directly with high-growth startups, ready for investment and partnership
- Explore strategic collaboration and industry development opportunities
- Experience an energetic showcase in Oregon’s UAS capital—Pendleton
For Investors & Industry Partners
Accredited investors and strategic partners are especially invited to attend. Preview cutting-edge solutions, meet directly with founders, and build relationships with innovators at the heart of Oregon’s growing unmanned systems cluster.
Schedule at a Glance
Sample agenda (subject to final update):
- 3:00 PM – Welcome & Opening Remarks
- 3:30 PM – Keynote or Fireside Chat
- 4:00 PM – Innovation Challenge Finalist Pitches
- 5:15 PM – Networking & Dinner Reception
- 6:00 PM onward – Community social, continued business development
Full schedule and guest speaker announcements coming soon.
Get Involved
Don’t miss your chance to see what’s next in unmanned aerial systems and connect with the innovators shaping the region.
RSVP to reserve your spot or request investor/partner access today.
Contact: info@oregonuas.org
Stay tuned for updates on partner announcements, guest speakers, and the latest event news.