Startup Grind Miami: price, who can join and alternatives
Startup Grind Miami is the local chapter of the global Startup Grind community, connecting South Florida entrepreneurs with investors and operators. Recent 2026 events include a free happy hour in Wynwood on 30 September and a summer finale in Miami Beach on 27 August. Some evenings have a small curated session followed by general admission for members.
Startup Grind Miami at a glance
| What | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Who it's for | Early stage and serial entrepreneurs across South Florida | startupgrind.com |
| Size | Says it has 10,558 members in the Miami chapter | startupgrind.com |
| Recent activity | Free happy hour at dōma in Wynwood on Wednesday 30 September 2026 (date from event page data) | startupgrind.com |
| Where | Wynwood, Miami, and Miami Beach venues | startupgrind.com |
| Recent activity | Summer finale in Miami Beach on Thursday 27 August 2026 (date from event page data) | startupgrind.com |
| Members | Later sessions open to chapter members | startupgrind.com |
| Format | Conversation-led evenings without pitches or panels | startupgrind.com |
| Price | Recent chapter events are listed as free | startupgrind.com |
| Values | Relationship-first networking | startupgrind.com |
| Global membership | Startup Grind's startup membership gives free access to networking, events, mentorship and office hours | startupgrind.com |
Who it suits
- Founders new to Miami who want a wide first network
- Entrepreneurs who like relaxed evening socials
- Founders who want to meet investors and executives in one room
Who it doesn't suit
- Founders looking for a structured peer group
- Anyone wanting a pitch or demo night
- People who want a regular weekly fixture
Alternatives to Startup Grind Miami
| Community | Price | Entry rule |
|---|---|---|
| AI Salon Miami | Free Pioneer Pass; sponsor and supporter tickets offered | Request a pass on Luma; host approval |
| Endeavor Miami | Not published | Nomination or application, then interviews and selection panels |
| Entreprenista Miami | $20 members, $40 guests (currency not named) | Register on Luma; host approval |
| Founders Rise Miami | Not published | Register for each session on its site or Luma |
| Founders Running Club Miami | Not published | Register on Luma |
| LaFamilia Foundation (Miami) | Name your own price on Luma, with a suggested amount | Register on Luma; tickets need host approval |
| Mana Tech | Not published | Register for events on Luma |
| Miami Fintech Club | Free | Request a place on Luma; host approval |
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Questions about Startup Grind Miami
- Is Startup Grind Miami free?
- Its recent chapter events are listed as free. Some evenings include a complimentary curated session for a small group.
- Where are events held?
- At venues across Miami, including Wynwood and Miami Beach.
- Who goes?
- Founders, investors, executives and other entrepreneurs from the South Florida startup scene.
- Website
- startupgrind.com
- Price
- Recent chapter events free
- Entry rule
- Join the chapter free on Startup Grind and RSVP per event
- Format
- Chapter happy hours and curated evenings, Wynwood and Miami Beach
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Startup Grind Miami isn't connected to Remote Builders. Prices and entry rules change, so check startupgrind.com before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Tell us in the members' chat.