Bloomington, MN Events

2026 Bloomington Business Connections

Tue, May 19, 2026

This updated series provides the business community an opportunity to connect with local city leaders, Chamber leadership and local businesses to have meaningful conversations, make new connections and stay informed about issues facing their local community. These gatherings are open to the public and free to attend. Attendees from different cities are encouraged to attend as well.

Tech Con 2026

Thu, May 21, 2026

A professional technology conference providing networking and learning opportunities for tech industry professionals at DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis Airport.

Gopher State Roundup LI

Fri, May 22, 2026 – Sun, May 24, 2026

The Gopher State Roundup LI is a business and professional networking conference taking place at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Bloomington, MN. Scheduled from May 22 to May 24, 2026, this event provides ample career advancement and industry learning opportunities.

Minneapolis Oddities & Curiosities Expo 2026

Sat, May 23, 2026 – Sun, May 24, 2026

The Oddities & Curiosities Expo comes to Minneapolis on May 23-24, 2026. Attendees can browse and shop for rare and unique items, including taxidermy, preserved animal specimens, original horror and Halloween-inspired artwork, antiques, metaphysical accoutrements, handcrafted oddities, bones, and funeral collectibles.

2026 CYFAR Professional Development Event

Tue, Jun 2, 2026

An annual professional development event for educators and professionals in community youth and family programs, focused on skill building and networking.

Women Getting Visible - Show & Conference

Tue, Jun 2, 2026

A professional conference focused on visibility and empowerment for women entrepreneurs and professionals. Join industry leaders and network with like-minded professionals to advance your career and business.

Minnesota Comic Book Association (MNCBA) SpringCon 2026

Sat, Jun 6, 2026

Minnesota Comic Book Association SpringCon is a comic convention focused on comics for adult fans and professionals. It provides networking opportunities for comic creators, writers, and industry professionals.

Portkey Speed Networking - Open to all Business Owners & Professionals

Mon, Jun 8, 2026

A speed networking event designed for all business owners and professionals to connect and grow their professional network. Located at 8120 Penn Ave S, Bloomington.

Executive Women's Council: Command the Room: Walk in with Confidence. Leave an Impact.

Wed, Jun 10, 2026

Join us for an energizing session with Erin Duffy on commanding any room, designed for rising leaders ready to elevate their presence, communication, and impact. Learn how to own your voice, project confidence, and show up with authenticity in the moments that matter most. Whether you’re leading meetings, building relationships, presenting ideas, or navigating new opportunities, we will learn practical tools and strategies to help you engage any room you walk into. Attendees will: Learn how to walk into important rooms with greater confidence and steadiness Build stronger trust, credibility, and influence with teams and stakeholders Communicate ideas in a way that is more memorable and persuasive Leave with practical tools they can apply immediately in meetings, presentations, panels, and keynotes

Collective Connections Networking Group Meeting

Wed, Jun 10, 2026

Join the Collective Connections group for a professional networking meeting tailored to adult professionals in finance, home services, real estate, health and wellness, business services, and marketing. The meeting includes educational content, member spotlights, networking best practices, and franchise news. Connect with other professionals and grow your network in a supportive environment. Meetings are held monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM, typically at venues in St. Louis Park or Bloomington, MN. Contact kimt@networkinaction.com to confirm visitation dates.

Corporate Event Planning at Bloomington Event Center

Mon, Jun 15, 2026

Host your next professional corporate event at the Bloomington Event Center, featuring modern facilities including a large spacious hall and updated amenities. Enjoy seamless event coordination with experienced staff to ensure a successful networking or business gathering. Ideal for business meetings, corporate mixers, and industry seminars with ample parking and dining options.

2026 Annual Conference Opening Session with Episcopal Address

Tue, Jun 16, 2026

Join the 2026 Annual Conference opening session featuring an Episcopal Address focused on spiritual leadership and community engagement. This session is key for all participants and offers professional networking opportunities within the faith community.

Midwest Bookish Fest 2026

Fri, Jun 19, 2026 – Sun, Jun 21, 2026

Midwest Bookish Fest is a hotel fan convention focused on books and authors, offering adult professionals opportunities to network, learn, and advance their careers in the literary field.

29th Annual Minnesota Chamber Golf Tournament

Mon, Jun 22, 2026

Network with peers and conduct business outside the office at the 29th Annual Minnesota Chamber Golf Tournament. This well-known event is hosted at one of Minnesota's premier venues and is known for its on-time play and excellent networking opportunities.

KPMG Women's PGA Championship

Thu, Jun 25, 2026 – Sun, Jun 28, 2026

The KPMG Women's PGA Championship is a major golf championship featuring top LPGA players competing at Hazeltine National in Minnesota. This event offers opportunities for networking and professional engagement in the sports and business sectors.

CONvergence 2026

Thu, Jul 2, 2026 – Sun, Jul 5, 2026

CONvergence is a hotel fan convention focusing on sci-fi, fantasy, pop culture, gaming, cosplay, and general fandom, providing networking and learning opportunities for adult professionals in these industries. The 2026 theme is 'The Geek in the Machine'. Masking, vaccination, and testing are strongly recommended.

SRCCON 2026 Conference

Wed, Jul 8, 2026

Join SRCCON 2026 for hands-on workshops and conversations focused on changing journalism through practical challenges faced by news technology and data teams. This participatory conference invites developers, designers, journalists, editors, and allies to collaborate and create long-lasting change in newsrooms by sharing expertise and building supportive networks. Sessions focus on newsroom tech, teamwork, leadership, and journalism innovation.

Collective Connections Networking Group Meeting

Wed, Jul 8, 2026

Join the Collective Connections group for a professional networking meeting tailored to adult professionals in finance, home services, real estate, health and wellness, business services, and marketing. The meeting includes educational content, member spotlights, networking best practices, and franchise news. Connect with other professionals and grow your network in a supportive environment. Meetings are held monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM, typically at venues in St. Louis Park or Bloomington, MN. Contact kimt@networkinaction.com to confirm visitation dates.

Upcoming events

2026 Bloomington Business Connections

Tech Con 2026

Gopher State Roundup LI

Minneapolis Oddities & Curiosities Expo 2026

2026 CYFAR Professional Development Event

Women Getting Visible - Show & Conference

Minnesota Comic Book Association (MNCBA) SpringCon 2026

Portkey Speed Networking - Open to all Business Owners & Professionals

Executive Women's Council: Command the Room: Walk in with Confidence. Leave an Impact.

Collective Connections Networking Group Meeting

Corporate Event Planning at Bloomington Event Center

2026 Annual Conference Opening Session with Episcopal Address

Midwest Bookish Fest 2026

29th Annual Minnesota Chamber Golf Tournament

KPMG Women's PGA Championship

CONvergence 2026

SRCCON 2026 Conference

Collective Connections Networking Group Meeting