Iowa Tech Week
April 6-9, 2026 | Des Moines
Iowa Tech Week brings Iowa’s tech community together for a week of connection, learning, and progress—where leaders across industries gather in Des Moines to share insight, build relationships, and move Iowa forward.
Below is information on events throughout the week:
Iowa Tech Week Events
Monday, April 6, 2026
Summit Opening Party
Kick off the Summit with an evening of networking, drinks, and heavy hors d’oeuvres at the stunning Krause Gateway Center.
4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Krause Gateway Center
1459 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
*Requires ticket to Iowa Technology Summit
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Iowa Technology Summit
Learn where tech is heading from the Iowans building it. Connect with industry peers tackling the same challenges. Grow your network and your career at Iowa’s premier tech conference.
7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Community Choice Convention Center
833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa
*Ticket Required
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Summit Download
Join us at ‘The Summit Download’ after the last session to unwind and connect.
3:50 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Downtown Des Moines, Iowa
*Requires ticket to Iowa Technology Summit
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
TAI Program Meet-Up
This event is a private event available to the 2026 ITLI cohort, TAI Alumni, and future program applicants.
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
East Village, Des Moines, Iowa
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Women in Tech Happy Hour
All women who work in technology are invited to join a happy hour event to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and empower each other in a supportive and inspiring environment.
3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
1331 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Thursday, April 9, 2026
TechBrew
Connect over coffee and dive into a tech discussion with Sanjeev Singh, Chief Information Officer at Farm Bureau Financial Services.
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
West End Salvage
22 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50309
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Startup Sessions
Join TAI us for a casual meetup for Iowa’s entrepreneurs, operators, and early-stage builders to swap ideas, share what you’re working on, and connect with others shaping what’s next.
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Big Grove Brewery & Taproom
555 17th Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50309
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