planning resources
everything you need to plan your event
Tech Week Grand Rapids doesn't happen without people like you. Every event on the calendar was planned, pitched, and pulled off by someone in this community who had something worth sharing.
This page walks you through everything you need to go from idea to application, organized in the order you'll actually need it.
And once you're approved, you'll get access to the Tech Week Host Hub, where we've got resources for everything that comes next.
This page walks you through everything you need to go from idea to application, organized in the order you'll actually need it.
And once you're approved, you'll get access to the Tech Week Host Hub, where we've got resources for everything that comes next.
01. Get inspired
Not sure where to begin? Start here.
Whether you've been hosting events for years or this is your first time, it helps to know what we're looking for before you start planning. Watch the Tech Week 101 video to get the big picture, then dig into our 2026 content priorities to see where your idea fits.
Whether you've been hosting events for years or this is your first time, it helps to know what we're looking for before you start planning. Watch the Tech Week 101 video to get the big picture, then dig into our 2026 content priorities to see where your idea fits.
02. plan your event
The details matter. Here's how to get them right.
Great events don't happen by accident. Before you apply, you'll want your format, audience, topic, venue, and timing all locked in. The resources in this section will help you think through each piece and avoid the most common planning pitfalls.
Great events don't happen by accident. Before you apply, you'll want your format, audience, topic, venue, and timing all locked in. The resources in this section will help you think through each piece and avoid the most common planning pitfalls.
03. apply
Ready to make it official?
Applications are open May 1 – August 1, 2026, and are reviewed on a rolling basis — so the sooner you submit, the better.
Applications are open May 1 – August 1, 2026, and are reviewed on a rolling basis — so the sooner you submit, the better.
04. what's next
Once you're approved, we've got everything waiting for you.
You'll get access to the Tech Week Host Hub, your one-stop shop for everything from promotion to day-of logistics to wrapping up after the week. We'll share the link in your approval email.
In the meantime, if you have questions, reach out to the Tech Week team. We're happy to talk through your idea before you apply.
You'll get access to the Tech Week Host Hub, your one-stop shop for everything from promotion to day-of logistics to wrapping up after the week. We'll share the link in your approval email.
In the meantime, if you have questions, reach out to the Tech Week team. We're happy to talk through your idea before you apply.
