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7 presenters, 7 minutes each, real working technology and no slides! Join us in celebrating all that our local tech community has to offer.

Our most popular Minnedemo of the year is back—and you won't want to miss it! Join us during Twin Cities Startup Week on Thursday, October 9th in St. Paul for an epic night of #MNtech fun and innovation.

Get ready for a night of tech, community, and fun!

Schedule

• 3:30 PM — Innovation @ the Park
  Come early and explore innovation activations just outside the Ordway!

• 5:30 PM — Doors Open
  Happy hour, food + networking in the lobby.

• 7:00 PM — Live Demos Begin!
  7 presenters. 7 minutes each. Real, working tech — no slides. Here's who's presenting (Learn more here!):

  • 📚 Course Counter — Carl Wills

  • 🎨 GlueStick— Abby Allen

  • ⚠️ Happo — Joe Lencioni

  • 📦 Liminal Network — Hillary Drake

  • 📍 Skyway.run — Hank Brekke-Peer

  • 🌀 Spiral Betty — Shalanah Dawson

  • 🌎 Taxon Profiles — Katelyn Mucha, Laura Gaucher & Rachel Thompson

• 9:00 PM — Happy Hour + Networking
  Connect with presenters, community, and friends in #MNtech.

• 10:00 PM — Wild AI Afterparty
  Keep the conversation + vibes going at Loon Cafe until midnight!

Tickets

Your ticket includes complimentary appetizers and a drink ticket. We release tickets in two rounds - and they go fast! UPDATE: We've unlocked more tickets for this event!

Missed out on tickets? Join the waitlist or snag a spot by volunteering or becoming a Community Supporter - see below for details.

Vibes

Minnedemo is a night for the whole community — builders, dreamers, and tech fans of every kind (and all ages!). It’s all about cheering on Minnesota technologists as they show off what they’ve been building. Come as you are (you’ll see everything from hoodies to blazers) and bring your community spirit.

Volunteers

Want to lend a hand and lock in your ticket? Sign up here.

Our Supporters

Minnedemo is made possible by an incredible community of Sponsors and Community Supporters who believe in Minnestar's mission and the #MNtech community. Want to become part of the family?

• Become a Community Supporter by selecting the “Community Supporter” ticket at checkout. Your donation supports our work year-round and includes reserved tickets to all Minnestar events for a year. Contributions are 100% tax deductible.

• Become a Sponsor by filling out this form and we'll be in touch! You’ll gain access to our engaged community and be a leader in supporting the future of Minnesota’s technology landscape.

Parking & Transportation

The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is located at 345 Washington St, St Paul, MN 55102. 

There’s a lot of construction in downtown St. Paul and a Mumford & Sons concert nearby. Plan extra time to park — we’ll have food and drinks waiting when you arrive!

Parking: Multiple ramps are within walking distance of the Ordway, including Lawson Ramp, Kellogg Underground, RiverCentre Ramp, Landmark Towers, Lowry, Treasure Island, and Victory Ramp. Learn more.

• Accessible parking near the Ordway is limited. Meters in the area are free for up to 4 hours for vehicles with visible validation.

Transit: The Green Line (Central Station) and many buses drop off nearby. Check the Metro Transit official website for the latest schedules.

Biking: Bike racks are available in Rice Park. Find other nearby bike racks on the City of St. Paul’s website.

Arrival

Enter through the main doors on Washington Street and our volunteers will be there to greet you! Check-in with your name to get your food + drink tickets (2 per person).

Let's eat!

We'll have complimentary lite bites from Chef Jeff (inside) and delicious options from Ruam Mit Thai + Lao Cuisine, El Burrito Mercado on Wheels, Cheeky Chicks & VB&J's (outside). Beer, wine, and NA beverages will be available throughout the evening.

Please note: we aim to provide options for a variety of needs & preferences (NA, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, etc), but cannot guarantee food or beverage availability. 

Code of Conduct

Minnestar is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive and harassment-free experience for everyone. Please read our Code of Conduct before attending arriving.

Access for All

We are committed to creating events where everyone can fully participate. Here are some notes for this event:

• Entrances & Seating: The Ordway is fully wheelchair accessible, with elevators and accessible seating available. Let us know if you’d like reserved seating.

• Restrooms: Accessible, gender-neutral & family restrooms are located in the main lobby (south side) and lower level of the Concert Hall.

• Caregiver Room: A private lactation is located near the women’s restroom on the lower level of the Concert Hall for those that need it.

• Food & Drink: We aim to provide options for a variety of dietary needs (non-alcoholic, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, etc). A menu will be posted here closer to the event.

• Kiddos: We love seeing young techies of all ages at Minnestar events, we just ask that anyone under 16 be supervised by an adult at all times.

If there are additional accommodations that would make your experience better—whether related to mobility, communication, sensory needs, or something else—please reach out. We’ll do our best to support you:

• Email: support@minnestar.org

• Call/text: 612-486-2741

Photography

We’ll have photo and video coverage at the event to capture the energy of the night and share it in future Minnestar communications. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, just let a volunteer know when you arrive or reach out to us ahead of time.

Have questions?

Shoot us an email at support@minnestar.org or call/text 612-486-2741 – we've got you covered.