We want you to
Show up
Five days. Two cities. One pass to the rooms where the Twin Cities builds what's next.
September 14–18, 2026 · 200+ events across Minneapolis & Saint Paul · every pass is free this year — just claim your spot.
Pick your track
Four ways in
Same all-access badge for everyone. The track just points you at the rooms built for how you show up.
The whole week, all in.
Free
RSVP required
- • All 200+ events, both cities
- • Keynotes + main-stage sessions
- • Workshops, panels & pitch nights
- • Opening + closing mixers
For the ones building.
Free
RSVP required
- • Everything in General Admission
- • Founder roundtables
- • Investor office-hours matching
- • Startup showcase
For the ones backing them.
Free
RSVP required
- • Everything in General Admission
- • Curated founder deal-flow
- • Investor lounge + LP/GP mixers
- • Pitch-competition access
The next generation & the neighborhood.
Free
RSVP required
- • All 200+ events, both cities
- • Student career fair + mentors
- • Resume / portfolio reviews
- • Community mixers
Bringing a team? Email hello@tcstartupweek.com for group registration.
Every track, side by side
What's included
| Feature | General | Founder | Investor | Student |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All 200+ events, both cities | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Keynotes & main stage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mixers & afterparties | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Founder roundtables | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Investor lounge + deal-flow | — | — | ✓ | — |
| Student career fair + mentors | — | — | — | ✓ |
General AdmissionFree
- All 200+ events, both cities
- Keynotes & main stage
- Mixers & afterparties
FounderFree
- Everything in General Admission
- Founder roundtables
- Investor office-hours matching
InvestorFree
- Everything in General Admission
- Investor lounge + deal-flow
- Pitch-competition access
Student / CommunityFree
- All 200+ events, both cities
- Student career fair + mentors
- Resume / portfolio reviews
Questions
Is it really free?
Yes — every 2026 pass is free. You just RSVP so we can hold your spot and send your schedule.
Does one pass cover both cities?
One badge gets you into every event across Minneapolis and Saint Paul all five days.
Which track should I pick?
Every track opens all 200+ events. The track just points you at the rooms built for founders, investors, or students — pick the one that fits you.
Can I attend host-run events?
Yes — every event on the official calendar is included.
Group registration?
Bringing a team? Email hello@tcstartupweek.com and we'll set you up.
What if an event is full?
Some sessions cap seats — join the waitlist from the calendar and you'll be first in if a spot opens.
See you in September
The city is the venue. The calendar is open. Claim your free pass and get in the room.