# Event Details

- **Event Name**: TechForge Kickoff
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for the TechForge Kickoff at the DLAB Event Space on February 19, where innovation meets opportunity! We’ll connect you with market-ready inventions, like-minded individuals ready to build a business, and local entrepreneurs who are actively shaping the startup ecosystem.

Be ready to participate in an engaging event that will result in the formation of teams prepared to leap into the world of entrepreneurship and startups, with guidance along the way from Elevate and various regional partners. You’re also welcome to join us if you have your own invention that’s ready to go to market.

The presentation begins at 5:05 pm and will include a complimentary dinner, so come ready to learn, connect, and take the first step toward building something impactful.

TechForge is partially funded by EDA Build to Scale Venture Challenge

There is no fee, however, we do ask you to RSVP so we ensure we have enough room to accommodate attendees. This is an in-person event.

Free ticket: https://www.elevaterapidcity.com/events/2026/02/19/innovation/techforge-kick-off/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rapid-city/techforge-kickoff/200029669480735
- **Event Categories**: business, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 5

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.elevaterapidcity.com/events/2026/02/19/innovation/techforge-kick-off/?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=rapid+city-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Rapid City
- **state**: SD
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 18 E. Main St., Rapid City, SD, United States, South Dakota 57701
- **lat**: 44.07954
- **long**: -103.21462
- **full address**: 18 E. Main St., Rapid City, SD, United States, South Dakota 57701

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Elevate Rapid City (https://allevents.in/org/elevate-rapid-city/17295775)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 18 E. Main St., Rapid City, SD, United States, South Dakota 57701
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Elevate Rapid City
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, contests
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about TechForge Kickoff ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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