2026 EVENTS CALENDAR
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Friday April 10
Grand River Connection: 517 Entrepreneurship & Innovation Week
WHEN
Friday April 10
5:01PM - 7:00PM
WHERE
MP Social
313 N Cedar St, Lansing, MI 48912
DESCRIPTION
Grand River Connection is our monthly networking series geared toward young professionals.
ORGANIZER
Lansing 5:01
Future of Work (Workshop): Level Up Your Communication with AI-Powered Visuals
WHEN
Friday April 10
9:00AM - 12:00PM
WHERE
TechSmith
14 Crescent Road, East Lansing MI 48823
DESCRIPTION
A practical, insightful, hands-on workshop exploring how AI-driven visual tools are transforming the way teams connect, sell, and share ideas.
ORGANIZER
Tech Smith
517 E&I Week: Last Call (Closing Celebration)
WHEN
Friday April 10
7:00PM - 10:00PM
WHERE
Urban Beat
1213 Turner Rd, Lansing, MI 48906
DESCRIPTION
An elevated closeout experience for E&I Week featuring curated cocktails, live DJ sets, and visuals celebrating Lansing’s innovators.
ORGANIZER
OS, LEAP, Urban Beat
Open Spaces
WHEN
Friday April 10
2:00PM - 5:00PM
WHERE
MSUFCU
311 Abbot Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823, USA
DESCRIPTION
Open Spaces is a flexible, participant driven event designed to bring together technologists, innovators, and curious minds around shared interests. Rather than following a traditional conference format, attendees help shape the conversations by gathering into topic groups based on what they want to explore.
ORGANIZER
Lansing Codes, MI Technology Network (MITN) Lansing, Urban Beat, LEAP
Empower Your Business Growth
WHEN
Friday April 10
11:30AM - 1:00PM
WHERE
Lansing EDC Office
401 S. Washington Sq., Suite 101, Lansing, MI 48933
DESCRIPTION
Explore how the Lansing EDC Empower Program helps entrepreneurs scale through practical systems, automation strategies, and operational clarity.
ORGANIZER
Lansing Economic Development Corporation (LEDC)
Co-Working Power Hours
WHEN
Thursday April 9
12:00PM - 2:00PM
WHERE
The Hub @ The Graduate
133 Evergreen Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823
DESCRIPTION
Stop working in isolation. Start working in momentum Co-Working Power Hours is your dedicated midday block to plug in, focus up, and get things done — surrounded by a community of fellow entrepreneurs, innovators, and go-getters all pushing toward their goals.
Organizer
LEAP
FAQS
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517 Entrepreneurship and Innovation Week is open to innovators, entrepreneurs, students, professionals, and community members from the Lansing Region and beyond. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, there's something for everyone!
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Most events are either free or budget-friendly, making it accessible for attendees from all walks of life. Check event details for specific pricing.
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Registration details for individual events will be available on our website closer to the event. Be sure to sign up early for the events that align with your interests and goals.
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Expect a mix of workshops, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and hands-on experiences. Events are designed to help you learn, grow, and connect with other innovators and entrepreneurs.
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Interested in sponsoring? Contact us to connect and explore sponsorship opportunities