Orange County’s technology ecosystem is ready for you!
OC possesses world-class universities, a deep capital base, and industry leadership spanning MedTech, Clean Energy, Aesthetics, Gaming, Software, Defense Technology, and more..
Come visit Monday, October 19 to Saturday, October 24 at events all across Orange County, California.
Following the natural tech circuit from Silicon Valley down through LA Tech Week, Orange County is opening its doors to invite the global tech community, founders, investors, and innovators from around the country and the world, to extend their stay in Southern California and experience “Innovation in Paradise.”
We want to show the world what makes Orange County’s innovation brand truly unique, uniting builders across all 34 cities, from OC’s iconic coastline and university corridors to industrial and creative epicenters of Irvine, Anaheim, Newport Beach, and beyond.
OC Tech Week 2026 is that voice.
Aligned with the Innovation Blueprint
True ecosystem development doesn’t happen in isolation. OC Tech Week is structurally aligned with the strategic industry clusters outlined in the Irvine Innovation Blueprint, serving as a “Front Door” to Orange County’s innovation economy:
Healthcare Innovation & MedTech
Pioneering advancements and expanding clinical impact.Enabling & Creative Technologies
Driving the future of gaming, AR/VR, and digital media.High-Tech, Life Sciences, & Sustainability
Scaling Defense Tech, clean energy, and advanced R&D.
A Snapshot of the Week
The strength of OC Tech Week lies in an ecosystem that shows up together. While partner-hosted events are being added daily, here is a preview of the week:
10/16 (11:00AM-4:00PM) Women in Tech 3.0 by Quantum eMotion
Hosted by Quantum eMotion bringing together women and men involved in various technology sectors.10/17 (9:00AM-6:00PM) Orange County | Claude Impact Lab hosted at EvoNexus
Kicking off OC Tech Week: a free one-day hackathon with Illumination Health + Home. Local builders and healthcare and nonprofit practitioners team up to build tools that help people experiencing homelessness reach care and resources. Organized by Claude Community Orange County, hosted at EvoNexus Irvine.10/18 (11:00AM-12:00PM) Entrepreneurship for Kids: Story Hour and Activity with Pineapple Friends
Tech week isn’t just for grown-ups! Kids ages 4&10 and their grown-ups are invited to a special story and activity hour. Join founder of & children’s author, Neetal Parekh, for a story from the Pineapple Friends series.
10/19 (12:00PM-1:00PM) - AI for Social Impact in OC: A Founders' Roundtable Lunch
AI is changing how we build. What does that mean for ventures built to do good in Orange County? If are a local founder (or aspiring to be), educator, or changemaker interested in this intersection of impact + tech, join us for an informal, intimate roundtable lunch10/19 (5:00PM-7:00PM) - OCTW Official Opening Ceremony at the Sunstone Courtyard
Week-opening program featuring keynote speakers.10/19 (6:00PM) - Agentic AI in Healthcare Applications
Stephen Parker Ellington, M.B.A. will present “Agentic AI in Healthcare Applications”. Stephen will explore how AI can transform clinical operations and patient workflows while keeping data private compliant and secure. This is a powerful topic for anyone working in healthcare and the insights will be invaluable.10/20 - Global Trade Summit
Hosted by International Impact Connections. Consul Generals and trade offices from 12+ countries discuss foreign direct investment and global opportunities.10/20 (1:00PM-3:00PM) Startup Pitch Fest | OC Tech Week 2026
Presented by Startup Steroid, Sunstone, and SGC Angels, this Startup Pitch Fest is part of OC Tech Week 2026, bringing together founders, investors, industry leaders, and members of Orange County’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Ten preselected startups will pitch their businesses to a panel of four judges, presenting their business models, market opportunities, traction, and growth plans. Each founder will have 3 minutes to pitch, followed by 5 minutes of Q&A with the judges. Join us to discover emerging startups, explore new business opportunities, and connect with the people shaping Orange County’s innovation ecosystem. Whether you are a founder, investor, or startup enthusiast, this event offers an opportunity to engage with promising early-stage ventures and the broader startup community.10/21 - Best of the Best
Hosted by TCA & Alliance for SoCal Innovation. SoCal’s premier startup pitch showcase.10/22 - 17th Annual Energy Summit: Powering What Comes Next.
Exploring the full energy portfolio. Connecting technology, infrastructure, policy and capital. Hosted by Sustain SoCal.10/22 (8:00AM-10:00AM) - Rise & Shine: Jamboree Executive Coffee Circle
Hosted by WenInDoubt, a small, invitation-only coffee for senior executives.10/22 (5:00PM-8:00PM) - MasterMinds Startup Accelerator Workshop #73 - OCTW Edition!
Join the OC Startup Council for fun f2f startup growth and fundraising Q&A, investor pitch practice, and friendly networking! Limited Seats.Get MasterMinds Tickets here: https://luma.com/ih64l321
10/23 (5:00PM-7:00PM) OC Tech Week Happy Hour Celebration
The OC C-Suite Tech Week Celebration brings together founders, investors, and tech leaders, and includes a book signing.10/23 (6:00PM-9:00PM) - Marketing Agency Intelligence Roundtable: What Happens When AI Becomes Infrastructure?
Hosted by COR AI, a focused round table for marketing agency leaders on how AI is reshaping strategy.10/24 (8:00AM-12:00PM) - OCTW Cars and Coffee
Hosted by Gorilla Marketing & Adriana’s Insurance an exclusive event for super car owners in OC.10/24 (12:30PM-5:30PM) - SoCal Celebrates Entrepreneurship
Hosted by, Concordia University Irvine and Chapman University, Student innovation showcase.10/24 - (5:30PM-7:00PM) Closing Ceremony | OC Tech Week
OC Tech Week ends here! Join TiE Los Angeles for a Closing Ceremony that sends off the week in celebration. Come raise a glass to everything that happened this week, reconnect with the people you met, and meet the ones you missed.This is your last chance to join the festivities, swap stories, and celebrate the best in Orange County innovation before OC Tech Week wraps.
The Closing Ceremony starts immediately following SCCE at Concordia University. Admission is free, but spots are limited. RSVP today!