North Texas is a big place, with plenty to do, see, hear, and watch. We scour the internet every week to find events and activities for you. As always, things may change at any time, so be sure to check the official website or registration page for the latest details. For ongoing events, click here.
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Tuesday, June 2
MEDC Reverse Pitch
Hosted by Plug and Play McKinney
Hybrid session; online and in-person at 305 E Virginia St, Suite 203, McKinney
11 a.m. to noon
Join Plug and Play for an opportunity to hear from the McKinney Economic Development Corporation to learn more about the workings of the City of McKinney and why it is an attractive place for business and innovation! This hybrid session will be available in-person and online, geared towards startups looking to raise $50,000 – $200,000 in Non-Dilutive Funding.
Agenda:
- 11:00 AM CT – Session Begins + Introduction of Troy Billet
- 11:05 AM CT – Reverse Pitch
- 11:15 AM CT – Q&A
- 11:25 AM CT – Session Wrap
Wednesday, June 3
Opportunity Summit: Powering prosperity through health
Hosted by The Dallas Regional Chamber
Women’s Museum at Fair Park, Dallas
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Dallas Regional Chamber’s 2026 Opportunity Summit, presented by EY, is a dynamic half-day program focused on the connection between health and economic mobility. Through keynote perspectives, interactive sessions, and cross-sector dialogue, leaders will explore how stronger health outcomes expand access to mobility and how strategic partnerships can drive lasting prosperity across the Dallas Region.
Thursday, June 4
AI & the Fifth Industrial Revolution
Hosted by IoT Texas
SpringHill Suites, 3251 E. Pres. George Bush Hwy., 305 E Virginia St, Richardson
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Join IoT Texas for an engaging presentation by Phillip Andrews on AI and the 5th Industrial Revolution, exploring its profound impact on work and society. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from an expert about how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, employment, and social structures in our rapidly evolving world.
Whether you’re a technology enthusiast, business professional, or simply curious about the future of AI, this event promises valuable insights and perspective on one of the most transformative technologies of our time.
Wednesday, June 10
Tech Titans Coffee & Conversation
Hosted by Tech Titans
2100 N. Greenville Ave., Richardson
8 to 9 a.m.
Coffee & Conversations is Tech Titans’ morning networking event hosted quarterly by member companies.
Thursday, June 11
The IQ Brew
Hosted by the Richardson IQ
IQHQ, 1302 E. Collins, Richardson
8:30 to 10 a.m.
The IQ® Brew is a free, public networking and educational series featuring short presentations from entrepreneurs, small business owners and subject-matter experts.
The goal of The IQ® Brew is to share the successes and challenges the Richardson business community has faced and to pass along the knowledge needed to start and grow a business here.
Agenda
· 8:30 a.m. – Networking
· 9:00 a.m. – Opening Remarks
· 9:05 a.m. – Introductions
· 9:15 a.m. – IQ Speakers
· 9:45 a.m. – Q&A
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DRC Executive Circle: Reimagining Health Care
Hosted by the Dallas Regional Chamber
500 N. Akard St., Suite 2600, Dallas
8:30 to 10 a.m.
The Dallas Regional Chamber (DRC) Executive Circle: Reimagining health care for today’s workforce is a 2026 event focused on how health outcomes directly impact economic mobility and workforce productivity.
Key Aspects of the Executive Circle Event
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Focus: The event brings together business and health leaders to discuss innovative solutions for health care that create lasting impact, specifically targeting the intersection of workforce health and economic growth.
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Context: This initiative is part of the DRC’s broader efforts to improve health outcomes and economic mobility, presented by EY.
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Scheduling: The event is one of several executive networking meetings in Dallas for 2026.
Thursday, June 18
YTexas Regional: Fort Worth
Hosted by YTexas
Texas A&M School of Law, Fort Worth
8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
YTexas’ next regional event of 2026 is happening at Texas A&M Fort Worth on June 18th! Fort Worth is now the 10th largest city in the country, with the workforce, research infrastructure, and enterprise base to back it up. They’re bringing the YTexas network there to talk about what makes the city one of the strongest launchpads in Texas right now.
Opening Keynote: Why Fort Worth
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Mattie Parker, Mayor of Fort Worth
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John C. Goff, Chairman of Crescent Real Estate, LLC
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Robert Ahdieh, COO of Texas A&M Fort Worth
Breakout sessions will cover capital and finance with Dallas College featuring Bloomberg, and manufacturing across national security, aerospace, defense, and aviation. Intel and Texas A&M will close out the morning with a keynote on tech, AI, and the innovation economy.
Sunday, June 28
NAWBO DFW 2026 Induction Gala
Hosted by the National Association of Women Business Owners DFW
Aloft, Downtown Dallas
5 p.m.
This signature event brings together women business owners, leaders, and changemakers from across the Dallas–Fort Worth area for a night centered on community, collaboration, and collective growth. As we honor the legacy that has brought us here, we will also set the tone for what’s ahead—creating space for connection, visibility, and opportunity.
Whether you’re looking to expand your network, elevate your brand, or simply be in the room with like-minded women who are building and leading, this event is designed to leave you inspired, connected, and ready for what’s next. Early bird tickets are available. Tickets are limited and sales end June 19.
Monday, August 3 through Friday, August 7
DFW Startup Week
Hosted by The DEC Network
Collins Executive Education Center, Dallas
Save the dates
DFW Startup Week (DSW) is The DEC Network’s largest, premiere event for DFW small business owners and entrepreneurs. Sponsored by Capital One, the program includes a five day celebration that builds momentum and opportunity around entrepreneurship and innovation. DSW began in 2015 (11th Annual Event) with the goal of orchestrating an entire week of entrepreneurial activities that equip, encourage, and educate the North Texas Entrepreneurial Ecosystem. DSW was also created to help increase the awareness and impact of the entrepreneurial community across North Texas.
Thursday, August 13
Dallas Meetup at Texas Live
Hosted by Dallas Meetup
Texas Live! 1650 E. Randol Mill Blvd., Arlington
5 to 8 p.m.
Leading up to North Texas Giving Day, DallasMeetup is featuring leaders from Communities Foundation of Texas, American Heart Association, WFAA, Texas Trees, Downtown Dallas Inc., North Texas Disability Chamber, Kaleidoscope Park and more.
DallasMeetup is a big-tent, industry-agnostic networking mixer that encourages a large coalition of laptop-class practitioners to attend.
Monday, September 28 through Friday, October 2
Texas Startup & Tech Week
Hosted by AURP
Coming to a Texas city near you
Save the date
Texas Startup & Tech Week begins September 28 and culminates on October 2 — the 191st anniversary of when the “COME AND TAKE IT” flag was raised sparking the Texas Revolution. That same spirit of independence and scrappiness, the courage to fight for a cause on your own terms, and the refusal to back down to a larger force, is the same energy that drives every innovator making a big bet no matter the odds. Texas Innovation Week gatherings are for those who plant the flag and get to work.
Tuesday, September 29
General Counsel Conference Southwest
Hosted by Law.com
Arts District Mansion, 2101 Ross Ave., Dallas
Save the date; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Are you ready to sharpen your legal expertise, expand your network with top industry leaders, and unlock new opportunities for career growth? At the General Counsel Conference Southwest, you’ll connect with legal experts and peers from across the region while gaining critical insights into today’s most pressing issues, emerging trends, and best practices. Stay ahead of the curve with strategies designed to help you navigate the evolving legal landscape. Join us for a dynamic program built to equip today’s general counsel with the tools to tackle economic pressures, harness the power of emerging legal technologies, and drive success in an increasingly complex environment.
Tuesday, September 29 through Thursday, October 1
AURP International Conference
Hosted by AURP
Pegasus Park, Dallas
Save the date
AURP is proud to convene its 2026 International Conference at Pegasus Park—one of the nation’s most dynamic, mission-driven innovation districts and a powerful example of how place-based strategy accelerates impact.
Hosted in Dallas, Texas, this year’s conference will bring together AURP members and global innovation leaders for executive-level dialogue, high-value networking, and curated learning experiences. From strategic plenaries and collaborative working sessions to behind-the-scenes tours of Pegasus Park and engagement with the region’s thriving life sciences community, the program will highlight how intentional investment, cross-sector partnerships, and research park leadership drive sustainable growth and long-term competitiveness.
Pegasus Park stands at the forefront of advancing new industries—particularly in life sciences—while strengthening community outcomes. Together with AURP’s mission to foster innovation, commercialization, and vibrant knowledge communities, the 2026 conference will showcase Dallas as a model for forward-looking ecosystem development.
Thursday, October 1
Texas Venture Fest: North Texas 2025
Hosted by Texas Founders Arena
Arlington location TBD
Save the date
The Texas Venture Fest is a day of networking and programming highlighting the ecosystem of entrepreneur support. More than 15 cities simultaneously host this statewide phenomenon, across our small towns and the nation’s biggest metropoles, 3,000+ Texans gather to help innovation flourish! This event is part of the larger statewide innovation week (Texas Startup & Tech Week (9/28-10/2), see listing above).
Wednesday, October 21
Venture Dallas 2026
Hosted by Venture Dallas
Old Parkland, 3819 Maple Ave., Dallas
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Save the date
Venture Dallas 2026 is introducing a new setting and a refined format — complete with multiple stages and spaces, curated networking alongside elevated, immersive experiences, including start up pitches. Save the date. Look for more information and tickets soon.
Through May 2026
Frontiers of Flight: Bessie Coleman
Hosted by Frontiers of Flight Museum
6911 Lemmon Ave., Dallas
Tickets are timed entry.
The Frontiers of Flight Museum’s new exhibit is a high-flying tribute to aviation pioneer Bessie Coleman and her groundbreaking achievements. Guests can follow her journey through an immersive digital experience, see her beloved plane suspended from the museum’s hangar, and take home books, dolls, and other keepsakes to support scholarships for girls from South Dallas.
Through September 7, 2026
Soccer: More Than a Game
Exhibition at The Perot Museum of Nature and Science
2201 N. Field St.., Dallas
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday through Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Closed on Tuesday
Soccer: More Than a Game at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science boosts the cultural and educational impact of this summer’s World Cup by providing STEM education experiences for visitors, encouraging regional tourism, and offering a world-class attraction for visitors to enjoy while in North Texas.
Visitors receive an RFID (radio-frequency identification) bracelet that documents guests’ choices, creations, and progress throughout the exhibition. Guests can join a team; construct a stadium; design jerseys; create mascots; test their athletic skills; and participate in physical, mental, and digital challenges connecting soccer with science.
Twenty engagement zones and multiple photo opportunities allow visitors to step into the locker room, onto the pitch, and behind the scenes to explore everything from biomechanics and physics of the game to the data analytics and career pathways that power soccer on and off the field.
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R E A D N E X T
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The hybrid event in August will take place in person at SMU and virtually. The seventh annual Dallas Startup Week powered by Capital One is Dallas-Fort Worth's largest event focused on driving entrepreneurial success, economic impact, and innovation in the region.
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You’ve found Dallas Innovates’ archive of news briefs from July to September 2021.
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Nonprofit BUiLT is hosting the event to highlight the success and possibilities of Black tech talent in the region. “There is no talent pipeline problem,” says Peter Beasley, co-founder of the Blacks United in Leading Technology International. “Black tech talent is widely available, especially in North Texas.”
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With Dallas ranked as one of the top cities in America for tech pros, UT Dallas and Fullstack have launched four skills training bootcamps focused on coding, cybersecurity, data analytics, and DevOps. The online bootcamps begin in November with tuition at $11,995 each.
