Orlando Tech Meetups
Virtual “Show and Tell” of Projects by the Community
via GDG G.Google Developer Group Central Florida
This is a virtual “Show and Tell” event where community members can showcase their projects, get feedback, find collaborators, and share useful tools and techniques. Talks are limited to 7 minutes.
- WHEN: Tue, Oct 27, 2026, 7:00 PM
- WHERE: Online event
1 Million Cups – Orlando Weekly Meetup
via 1 Million Cups – Orlando
A weekly meetup for entrepreneurs and small business supporters to learn from each other. Entrepreneurs present their business ideas for 6 minutes, followed by 20 minutes of feedback and questions from attendees. This week features presentations from Latorra Garland of the Jacob Way Organization and Nitin Icchpunani of OmniCore Hub.
- WHEN: Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
- WHERE: UCF Executive Development Center Downtown, 36 West Pine Street, Orlando, FL
Plug and Play Health Innovation Lounge: Innovation in Full Color, Fiesta de Colores Edition
via FL Health Innovators
This event is a collaboration with SGS, featuring the SGS Lake Nona MedTech & Regulatory Innovation Symposium from 7:30 AM to 5:10 PM, followed by the Plug and Play Health Innovation Lounge evening reception from 5:10 PM to 7:00 PM. Experts will share insights on medical device innovation, regulatory affairs, clinical evidence, AI, cybersecurity, and commercialization. Keynote speakers and presenting startups for the lounge will be announced soon.
- WHEN: Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
- WHERE: GuideWell Innovation CoRE, 6555 Sanger Road, Orlando, FL
Quick Pitch Night with StarterStudio
via Orlando Innovation League
Quick Pitch Night is a fast-paced, high-energy startup showcase and community pitch jam where attendees can see live feedback from startup veterans, investors, and mentors, participate in a Rapid-Fire Pitch Competition, and network with Orlando’s startup community. Prizes include light-up cups, t-shirts, and free tickets to Startup Weekend Orlando.
- WHEN: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM EST
- WHERE: Tech Hub Orlando, 36 W Pine St, Orlando, FL 32801, USA
Next-level AI Concepts for Devs: Agents, Tools, and MCP
via Orlando JUG (Java User Group)
This session will explore the next wave of AI development, focusing on AI agents, tool integrations, and the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It will cover how AI agents interact with tools and APIs, the importance of context for building smarter applications, and how MCP standardizes communication between AI models and external systems. The event will include code and demos, providing a roadmap to enhance AI skills.
- WHEN: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM EST
- WHERE: DPAC 108, 528 W Livingston St #108, Orlando, FL 32801
DevFest Hackathon 2026
via Google Developer Group Central Florida
Welcome to DevFest Hackathon 2026! Hosted by Google Developer Groups Central Florida, DevFest is our premier annual developer festival bringing together tech enthusiasts, creators, and builders of all skill levels. This year’s hackathon focuses on human-centered AI, ethical innovation, and collaborative building. Rather than focusing solely on hyper-speed competition, we emphasize collaboration, creativity, and community impact. With AI transforming the tech landscape, we treat advanced AI models as partners to augment human ingenuity, connection, and problem-solving. Whether you are a software developer, UI/UX designer, product strategist, or community advocate, there is a track and a place for your voice!
- WHEN: Friday, Nov 6, 2026, 6:00 PM to Sunday, Nov 8, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- WHERE: Tech Hub Orlando, 36 W Pine St, Orlando, FL 32801, USA
Orlandopreneur Lunch ‘n Learn Ya™: Venture Canvas™
via Rupert M. (Super Organizer) for OrlandoPreneur™ Startup Happy Hour
Transform your startup from “struggling” to “scaling” by understanding the actual value you provide using the proprietary Venture Canvas™ methodology. Led by serial entrepreneur Rupert Meghnot, this session promises a clear understanding of value, a compelling pitch, dramatically lower customer acquisition costs, and clarity on the path to profitability and sustainable growth. Lunch is included.
- WHEN: Saturday, November 7, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM EST
- WHERE: Orlando Public Library (Downtown) – Melrose Center, 101 E Central Blvd, Orlando, FL 32801, USA
DevOps Storytime Social
via Orlando DevOps
Come join us again for food and beer or whatnot as we gather to share and listen to members stories. Every other month we will have story topics and welcome everyone to share their story. Stories are generally around 10 minutes in length with some Q&A after each one. There is no need for a slide deck, or computer. These are meant to be like just hanging around the bar, with your friends, telling a story… Because that is just exactly what it is.
- WHEN: Mon, Nov 9, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EST
- WHERE: Axum Coffee, 146 West Plant Street, Winter Garden, FL
Python Dinner
via The Orlando Python User Group
Come join fellow Pythonistas for good food and good discussion. Rather than having a set location, drop a suggestion in the comments. A location will be selected and updated at least one week before the meeting. Previous suggestions can be carried over the the next month. It doesn’t need to be downtown. Just make sure that they are ok with splitting checks and seating groups before everyone arrives.
- WHEN: Tuesday, Nov 10, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EST
- WHERE: Downtown Church Street 99 West Church Street · Orlando, fl
Coffee & WordPress at Foxtail Coffee – Howell Branch
via WordPress Orlando
This is a low-pressure coffee meetup where attendees can discuss WordPress and WooCommerce projects, ask questions, and get help from experts. There is no set agenda, and participants are encouraged to bring their laptops for specific help.
- WHEN: Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM EST
- WHERE: Foxtail Coffee – Howell Branch, 2451 Howell Market Ln #1105 · Winter Park, FL
Space Coast Devs Monthly Meetup
via Space Coast Devs
Join us every third Wednesday at Protowork Studio Hangout from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The first hour is casual networking, followed by a light presentation or two, community lightning talks, tech topics, or project updates. 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: casual networking | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: talks and project updates.
- WHEN: Wednesday, Nov 18, 2026, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST
- WHERE: Protowork Studio, 575 S Wickham Rd Ste G · West Melbourne, FL
Weekly General Meetup
via Beginning Web Development
Join us every week for our Weekly General Meetup, where we come together to discuss, learn, and share ideas on various topics related to web development and technology. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced developer, this casual event provides a space for all skill levels to connect, collaborate, and grow. Each meetup features open discussions, troubleshooting sessions, and the opportunity to ask questions and gain insights from fellow developers. It’s also a great chance to network, share your projects, and learn from others in a supportive and friendly environment. Whether you’re working on a personal project, exploring new technologies, or just starting out in the world of web development, our Weekly General Meetup is the perfect place to continue your learning journey.
- WHEN: Every week on Monday until January 1, 2027
- WHERE: Online event
Weekly Hacks
via Hacktivate – Hackathon Meetup Group
Welcome to Weekly Hacks. We will be hosting a call to talk about what we’re hacking on, projects we’re looking to collaborate on, or just talk about the latest tech news. It will be every other Thursday from 8 pm until 9 pm ET. This is a great place for tech enthusiasts to connect and collaborate. Whether you’re a software developer, UX/UI designer, data scientist, product manager, or just someone fascinated by the ever-evolving world of technology, there’s something for everyone. Get ready to unwind after work, share ideas, discuss trends, explore potential collaborations, and get inspired!
- WHEN: Thursday, April 2, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET, every other Thursday
- WHERE: Online event
Learn more at DevFestFlorida.com
AI | Mobile | Web | Cloud | Community
DevFest Florida Hackathon is a community-run hackathon experience aimed to bring technologists, developers, students, tech companies, and speakers together in one location to learn, discuss and experiment with technology.
Reserve your spot for the hackathon while space is available. EventBrite
LaunchPad 226 Retreat Space
Plan your family retreat at Launchpad226 in beautiful Cocoa Beach, FL. Or perhaps a winter getaway, spring break, or pre/post cruise beach rental! ️️
Learn more at LaunchPad226.com.
