Idea Week: April 20-24 Building Businesses and Innovation

IDEA Week is a five-day celebration of innovation, entrepreneurship, and community happening April 20–24 in South Bend and Elkhart.

IDEA Week 2026 is an invitation to explore ideas, build skills, and connect with people shaping what’s next for our region and beyond. Across workshops, keynotes, and hands-on experiences, you’ll find space to learn, experiment, and engage. Whether you’re growing a business, creating something new, supporting innovation in your community, or simply curious about what’s possible… there is something for you here.

If you care about big ideas, bold conversations, and building what’s next in our region, this is where you’ll want to be. We'll see you there!

You can learn more and register here: ideaweek.com