Tech & Startup Events in Iowa

The Iowa and Nebraska startup scene is growing fast, with strong communities in agtech, SaaS, and regional innovation. Des Moines and Omaha host regular founder meetups and pitch nights. Browse upcoming events in Iowa and the surrounding region.

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Wed, Sep 2

Always Ready: Lending

The Iowa Center - 2210 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50312, US

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General Business Networking

Moe & Curly’s Pub - 1011 Capitol Avenue, Omaha, NE, 68102, US

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CIO Roundtable

2026 Tech Open – Central Iowa

2:00 PMTechnology Association of Iowa
AI Roundtable

Venue to be announced

2:00 PMTechnology Association of Iowa
Tech and Business Networking

Moe & Curly’s Pub - 1011 Capitol Avenue, Omaha, NE 68102, Omaha, NE, US

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMStrive Networking

Thu, Sep 3

Always Ready: Marketing

The Iowa Center - 2210 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, IA, US

3:00 PM - 4:00 PMIowa Center for Economic Success

Fri, Sep 4

CISO Roundtable

2026 Tech Open – Central Iowa

10:00 AMTechnology Association of Iowa
AFRO FEST TECH DAY

The Ashton - 1229 Millwork Avenue, Omaha, NE 68102, NE, US

5:00 PM - 8:00 PMAFROMAHA

Tue, Sep 8

Thu, Sep 10

Fast and Furious!!

ACCESSbank - 8712 West Dodge Road, Omaha, NE 68114, Omaha, NE, US

11:30 AM - 1:00 PMWIFS Nebraska

Thu, Sep 17

Always Ready: Marketing

The Iowa Center - 2210 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, IA, US

3:00 PM - 4:00 PMIowa Center for Economic Success

Thu, Sep 24

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Wed, Sep 2

Always Ready: Lending

The Iowa Center - 2210 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50312, US

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We will show you what you need to do to always be ready to make financial moves in your business.

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General Business Networking

Moe & Curly’s Pub - 1011 Capitol Avenue, Omaha, NE, 68102, US

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Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', an event for tenured and newcomers at Moe & Curly's! Event is 21+. Limited Tickets.

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Non-Profits and Business Networking

Moe & Curly’s Pub - 1011 Capitol Avenue, Omaha, NE, 68102, US

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Strive welcomes you to 'Non-Profits and Business Networking', an event for tenured and newcomers at Moe & Curl! Event is 21+.

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Blockchain and Business Networking

Moe & Curly’s Pub - 1011 Capitol Avenue, Omaha, NE 68102, NE, US

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMStrive Networking

Strive welcomes you to 'Blockchain and Business Networking', an event for tenured and newcomers at Moe & Curly's! Event is 21+.

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Engineering and Business Networking

Moe & Curly’s Pub - 1011 Capitol Avenue, Omaha, NE 68102, Omaha, NE, US

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMStrive Networking

Strive welcomes you to 'Engineering and Business Networking', an event for tenured and newcomers at Moe & Curly's! Event is 21+.

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Tech and Business Networking

Moe & Curly’s Pub - 1011 Capitol Avenue, Omaha, NE 68102, Omaha, NE, US

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMStrive Networking

Strive welcomes you to 'Tech and Business Networking', an event for tenured and newcomers at Moe & Curly's! Event is 21+. Limited Tickets.

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Thu, Sep 3

Always Ready: Marketing

The Iowa Center - 2210 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, IA, US

3:00 PM - 4:00 PMIowa Center for Economic Success

This course will show you the strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank.

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Fri, Sep 4

2026 JEFAS® Business Excellence Summit

Olmsted Center - 2875 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311, Des Moines, IA, US

9:00 AM - 4:00 PMJEFAS Latinas in Business Magazine

Latina entrepreneurs and business leaders from across the Midwest gather in Des Moines for learning, networking and collaboration.

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AFRO FEST TECH DAY

The Ashton - 1229 Millwork Avenue, Omaha, NE 68102, NE, US

5:00 PM - 8:00 PMAFROMAHA

Afrofest Tech Day is a landmark initiative designed to bridge the digital divide and foster socioeconomic growth.

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Tue, Sep 8

Dinner with Entrepreneurs

Restaurant of the Week - Harney Street, Omaha, NE, 68102, US

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Join us for a cozy dinner with entrepreneurs to network, share experiences, and make new connections! Meet your next collaborator here.

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Thu, Sep 10

Fast and Furious!!

ACCESSbank - 8712 West Dodge Road, Omaha, NE 68114, Omaha, NE, US

11:30 AM - 1:00 PMWIFS Nebraska

Pitch your great idea in one minute or less and compete to win a prize!

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Fri, Sep 11

Start-up to Success Small Business Conference

DC Centre Banquet Facility - 11830 Stonegate Drive, Omaha, NE 68164, Omaha, NE, US

8:00 AM - 1:30 PMNebraska Enterprise Fund

Join us at the Start-up to Success Small Business Conference to learn how to take your business idea from concept to thriving venture!

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Tue, Sep 15

Thu, Sep 17

Always Ready: Marketing

The Iowa Center - 2210 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312, IA, US

3:00 PM - 4:00 PMIowa Center for Economic Success

This course will show you the strategies needed to effectively market your startup or small business without breaking the bank.

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Thu, Sep 24

Mon, Sep 28

Iowa Startup Week

Krause Gateway Center - 1459 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309, IA, US

6:00 PM - 8:30 PMIowa Startup Week by Wonder Foundry

September 28-October 1st, 2026

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Thu, Nov 19

Refugee and Immigrant Entrepreneur Summit

Great Events Center - 7440 Crown Point Avenue, Omaha, NE 68134, Omaha, NE, US

9:00 AM - 3:30 PMInternational Council for Refugees and Immigrants

Empowering refugee and immigrant entrepreneurs through education, networking, and access to business resources.

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