DARPA’s MXO Pitch Day will be held in-person on November 2, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois, to fund short-term scientific discovery efforts. The event aims to advance scientific understanding, reduce technical uncertainty, and create future DARPA programs. It encourages participation from non-traditional organizations, small businesses, and universities new to DARPA funding. No specific budget amounts are mentioned in the description. The performance location for services is Chicago, Illinois.