What to Expect at MTW 2026
A must-attend event for Michigan’s high-growth startup and tech community, presented by Michigan Founders Fund.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 (5 - 7pm)
Michigan Tech Week officially kicks off at 5 pm! Grab your conference badge and join us for drinks and reunion with old friends and founders. We’re celebrating YOU - founders, innovators, investors, and everyone driving forward Michigan’s startup engine.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 (9am - 6pm)
Get ready - we’ve got a full day of programming and connection opportunities for you. Explore this year’s theme, Future State, through founder-focused sessions, expos, and meetups, as well as a special Corporate Innovation Track and corporate <> startup matchmaking via Lightning Rounds.
Thursday, May 21, 2026 (9am - 6pm)
Official events continue with a final full day of connecting and building. You’ll leave armed with new opportunities, resources, and knowledge that will help you and your company grow. Don’t miss the morning’s Policy & Impact Track featuring a major announcement about a new statewide initiative to support high-growth entrepreneurship!
Featured Speakers
Featuring founders, investors, corporate innovators, and startup leaders from across Michigan and beyond.
Plan your visit to MTW 2026
Welcome to Detroit! We’ve put together these resources to help you plan your visit and make the most of Michigan Tech Week.
Location & Travel
MTW 2026 is happening at Michigan Central, a global innovation center for entrepreneurs and inventors. Learn about transportation, parking, and lodging options
Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions answered! Check out the FAQ for information on meals, suggested attire, accessibility, tickets, how to get more involved, and more.
Affiliate Events
Outside of core Michigan Tech Week programming, we invite you to check out the other events for founders and innovators happening throughout the week.
About Michigan Tech Week
Presented by Michigan Founders Fund and hosted by Michigan Central, Michigan Tech Week is the premier convening for tech and high-growth entrepreneurship in our state.
At our last event, we welcomed 1,000+ attendees including more than 250 startups and investors respectively.
Now in its fourth year, we hope you join us May 19-21 for another groundbreaking event at the beautifully renovated Michigan Central in Detroit. Whether you were a founder, investor, corporate innovator, student, or community member, MTW is the place to mobilize for success.
Where innovation and impact align.
Michigan Tech Week is a transformational platform for connectivity, collaboration, and innovation for high-growth entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, and companies spanning both peninsulas.
Founders
MTW is founder-led and growth focused. Join us to network, pitch, and seek partnerships to move your businesses forward.
Corporate
You’re innovating Michigan's future. Come through to learn from other corporate and industry leaders, match or pilot with new startup tech, and source rising talent.
Investors
Our pipeline is our proposition! Attend to evaluate potential investment opportunities, meet with entrepreneurs, and stay informed about the latest industry trends.
Leaders
Explore Michigan’s top tech talent. Bring your strategic vision and experience to MTW, share insights, and explore new ways to drive innovation within your organizations.
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featured meetups
Co-founder Speed Dating Meetup
Bamboo + Sproutwise
LGBTQIA+ Tech Meetup
Diana Callaghan, Jazmyn Lee
Northern MI & UP Meetup
Nick Beadleston, Jordan Craven
SouthEast MI Meetup
Chening Duker
West Michigan Meetup
Sadoc Paredes, Terra Osman, Carl Brown
What Up Doe? (from Detroit Meetup)
Deirdre Roberson
Actively Fundraising Meetup
Christina Fair
Angel Investor Meetup
Dawn Batts
Gaming Meetup
Da'ron Wright, Thad Stalmack
Social Impact Meetup
Jazmyn Lee, Katy Kelly
