Folsom Cordova Tech Week · 2027
Where Visionaries, Innovators, and Leaders Converge
Folsom Cordova Tech Week brings together entrepreneurs, technologists, investors, government leaders, healthcare innovators, and community builders for a multi-day experience built around practical ideas, meaningful connections, startup opportunities, and memorable events across Folsom and Rancho Cordova.
March 1–5, 2027 · Historic Folsom / Rancho Cordova
FCTW is not a traditional convention-center conference. It is a connected regional innovation experience combining expert conversations, hands-on programming, startup opportunities, curated networking, intimate gatherings, and distinctive Pocket Events.
One region. One connected innovation ecosystem.
Four programming pillars
What we build the week around
- Artificial IntelligencePractical AI adoption, agents, automation, product development, governance, and the transformation of business, healthcare, and public services.Applied AIAI agentsGenerative AIAI automationAI for small and mid-sized businesses
- Startups, Capital & GrowthFounder journeys, fundraising, customer acquisition, product-market fit, startup finance, investment, and scaling durable companies.Starting a companyIdea validationProduct-market fitGo-to-market strategyStartup sales
- GovTech & Civic InnovationPublic-sector modernization, procurement, smart communities, infrastructure, cybersecurity, partnerships, and responsible government technology.Government modernizationPublic-sector AIGovernment procurementCivic technologySmart cities
- HealthTech & Human PerformanceHealthcare AI, digital health, medical innovation, behavioral health, longevity, wellness, and technologies that improve how people live and perform.Healthcare AIDigital healthMedical devicesBiotechnologyPatient experience
Signature experiences
More than a conference
- Founder & Funder BreakfastFounders and investors at the same table before the day begins.
- Pitch CompetitionRegional startups pitching a live audience and a judging panel.
- HackathonA multi-day build sprint with mentors, challenges and demos.
- Startup ShowcaseDemo tables for the companies being built across the corridor.
- Pocket EventsSmall, hosted experiences across Folsom and Rancho Cordova.
- Investor Office HoursBooked one-on-one time with active investors.
- Opening ExperienceThe welcome that sets the tone for the week.
- Closing CelebrationOne last night with the whole community in the room.
Who FCTW is for
The whole ecosystem, in one week
Founders and Entrepreneurs
Build, fund and scale a company in a region that is rooting for you.
Investors
Meet Northern California founders early, on the ground, in real conversations.
Technology Leaders
Compare notes on adoption, architecture and teams with peers who ship.
Government Innovators
Modernize services, procurement and partnerships with practical playbooks.
Healthcare Innovators
Bring clinical, digital health and human performance work into the open.
Developers and Builders
Hands-on workshops, demos and the FCTW Hackathon.
Students and Emerging Talent
Meet the people hiring, mentoring and funding the next wave.
Community and Economic Development Leaders
Grow the corridor with the people investing in it.
Program
Sessions and conversations
Coming soon
The program is in development
The next FCTW program is being built. Join the priority list for the first speaker, session, and Pocket Event announcements.
Join the Priority ListSpeakers
Voices worth the room
Coming soon
Speaker announcements are coming
We are assembling founders, executives, investors, government leaders, healthcare innovators, technologists, and builders who can bring practical insights and meaningful ideas to the FCTW community.
Join the Priority ListPocket Events
Small rooms, real connection
Hosted, capped-capacity experiences across Folsom and Rancho Cordova — on the water, on the trails, in the historic district and inside the region's best rooms.
Explore Pocket Events
Folsom & Rancho Cordova
One region, one ecosystem
Folsom and Rancho Cordova share employers, talent, trails and ambition. FCTW treats the corridor as a single innovation community rather than two neighboring cities — and the week moves across both.
Startups at FCTW
Build, pitch, fund, hire
The Founder & Funder Breakfast, Pitch Competition, Hackathon, Startup Showcase and investor office hours give regional founders a real shot at capital, customers and talent.
Startup programmingPartners
Built with the region
Coming soon
Partner announcements are coming
Partner with FCTW and connect your organization with Northern California's founders, investors, technology leaders, public-sector innovators, healthcare leaders, and emerging talent.
Join the Priority ListFrom the community
"Folsom Tech Week was eye-opening. The panel discussions were incredible and the events in between. It was engaging, collaborative, and packed with real value. But what stood out the most? The people."
Tim Swaney
"Hands down the best tech event I have attended. The vibe was electric, the knowledge was abundant, and the connections made were genuine."
AC Steel
"Have you ever heard of a tech conference facilitating a sound bath, paddle boarding, sake tastings, and dance parties? Such great activities and vibes throughout."
Janice Burt
Priority list
Be first to know
Join the priority list for event dates, ticket releases, speaker announcements, and early-access opportunities.
Questions
All FAQsWhen and where is Folsom Cordova Tech Week 2027?
Folsom Cordova Tech Week 2027 takes place March 1–5, 2027 across Historic Folsom / Rancho Cordova. Exact venue assignments publish with the full schedule.
Who should attend?
Founders, investors, engineers, technology executives, government leaders, healthcare leaders, students, job seekers, and community builders. If you build, fund, adopt, or scale technology in Northern California, this is for you.
What is a Pocket Event?
Pocket Events are small, limited-capacity experiences held throughout the week - founder breakfasts, paddleboarding, tastings, sound baths, investor office hours, and private dinners. They require a reservation and fill quickly.
Is there a student rate?
Yes. Student tickets are deeply discounted and require a valid student ID at check-in.