TechTown Detroit February News

Celebrate Black History Month with fun, food and community at TechTown!

Join us for Black Business Reunion: Social & Spades, on Friday, Feb. 21! Prepare for a night filled with good vibes and great company! Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, unwind with music and enjoy classic games like Spades, UNO, and Dominoes.
Savor delicious food, toast to the legacy of Black-owned businesses in Detroit and build meaningful connections in a lively, welcoming atmosphere at TechTown. Whether you're here to network, play or simply celebrate, this is an event you won’t want to miss! Let’s honor the past, celebrate the present and create a brighter future, together.

Note: The Black Business Reunion is shifting to a social event this month. We look forward to hosting our Black Business Reunion conference at a later date this year. Stay tuned for details!

The Black Business Reunion is presented by Ally

Celebrate love & shop small with our Valentine's Day gift guide

Looking for the perfect gift for your loved one? Check out our Valentine’s Day Gift & Experience Guide for inspiration! This year’s guide features gifts, promotions and experiences from 20 local small businesses, including Halie & Co., The Congregation, La Feria and others! From themed apparel and accessories to a Valentine’s Day talent show and speakeasy event, you’ll find a gift or activity for everyone on your list.

Witness tech innovation at the next Start Studio MVP Demo Day

Get ready to witness the hard work of rising Detroit tech founders! The Start Studio MVP Winter 2025 Demo Day is happening Wednesday, March 5 at 5:30 p.m. A group of emerging startups graduating from our latest Start Studio MVP cohort will showcase the minimum viable products (MVPs) they’ve been diligently crafting for the past six weeks!

Attendees will have the chance to experience live demonstrations of each startup’s MVP and cast votes for their favorites. Demo Day is also a wonderful opportunity to connect with other founders and enthusiasts in Detroit’s growing tech ecosystem.

Start Studio is made possible with the support of the Gilbert Family Foundation, Michigan Economic Development Corporation and the William Davidson Foundation.

Level up your meeting and event space with TechTown

Let 2025 be the year of elevating your meetings and events! TechTown Detroit offers customizable spaces at our headquarters and the Wayne State University Industry Innovation Center. Whether you’re hosting a meeting for 10 people or a large-scale event for 250, our team will help find the right option for you!

We offer several key amenities with our meeting and event rentals, including dedicated on-site support, free parking, an on-site kitchenette and more.

Experience the thrill of The Damage Zone

Need a fun and exciting way to release some stress? Check out The Damage Zone, Detroit's very first rage room, recently opened by Retail Boot Camp alum Zienethe Holifield. It’s a place where you can safely channel your emotions in a creative environment. With spaces for smashing and axe-throwing, The Damage Zone offers a unique experience to let loose!
Visit The Damage Zone at 15785 James Couzens Fwy, Detroit, MI 48328.

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