StartUp Bahrain: price, who can join and alternatives
StartUp Bahrain is the national startup community, powered by Tamkeen, the Kingdom of Bahrain's Labour Fund. It runs events such as StartUp Bahrain Weekend, keeps an ecosystem guide, and offers partner perks that startups apply for.
StartUp Bahrain at a glance
| What | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Who it's for | Innovative, scalable startups in Bahrain | startupbahrain.com |
| Where | Bahrain | startupbahrain.com |
| Backed by | Powered by Tamkeen, the Kingdom of Bahrain's Labour Fund | startupbahrain.com |
| Activity | StartUp Bahrain Weekend ran 12 to 17 May 2026 at the University of Bahrain | startupbahrain.com |
| Weekend eligibility | The May 2026 edition was exclusive to University of Bahrain students | startupbahrain.com |
| Events | 342+ events and 1,560+ participants listed | startupbahrain.com |
| Perks | Each perk has its own eligibility criteria; applying does not guarantee approval | startupbahrain.com |
| Review time | Perk applications are reviewed within 5 to 7 working days | startupbahrain.com |
Who it suits
- Founders setting up a startup in Bahrain
- Founders who want partner perks and a local ecosystem guide
- Founders who want to meet the national startup scene
Who it doesn't suit
- Founders looking for a small peer group
- Founders not building in Bahrain
- Anyone wanting a paid membership with set benefits
Alternatives to StartUp Bahrain
| Community | Price | Entry rule |
|---|---|---|
| 24six9 Founder's Community (Riyadh chapter) | Not published | Sign up as a member online, then register for events on Luma |
| Consonance Club | Fellow membership: Free (approval required) | Free membership with host approval; meetup places also need approval |
| Founder Connects | WhatsApp group: Not published. Dubai Pitch Night: AED 147 early, AED 167 regular, AED 187 same day | Apply with LinkedIn and startup details; the team reviews every applicant |
| Founders Running Club Cape Town | Not published | Open: register for a run and join the WhatsApp group for announcements |
| iHUB | Day Pass KES 2,000/day; Dedicated Desk KES 28,000/month (both excluding VAT) | Open: book a coworking package or join the community online |
| Norrsken House Kigali | Not published | Apply online in under 2 minutes; applications reviewed weekly. Day passes also available |
| Startup for Startup | Not published | Sign up to the platform; it is limited to people with tech experience |
| Startup Grind Amman | Free (listed events) | Join the chapter online; for Founders Day, seats are limited and selected attendees are contacted |
Compare all 471 founder communities, each row dated.
Questions about StartUp Bahrain
- Who runs StartUp Bahrain?
- It is powered by Tamkeen, the Kingdom of Bahrain's Labour Fund.
- How do StartUp Bahrain perks work?
- You apply for each perk. Each has its own eligibility criteria, and applications are reviewed within 5 to 7 working days.
- Was there a recent StartUp Bahrain event?
- StartUp Bahrain Weekend ran 12 to 17 May 2026 at the University of Bahrain, as an edition for University of Bahrain students.
- Website
- startupbahrain.com
- Price
- Not published
- Entry rule
- Open community; perks need an application and eligibility check
- Format
- National startup community with events, perks and an ecosystem guide; nationwide, Bahrain
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StartUp Bahrain isn't connected to Remote Builders. Prices and entry rules change, so check startupbahrain.com before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Tell us in the members' chat.