EVENTS
Guided by our Strategic Plan, the EDGE District programming & events are built around the following pillars:
- Community-Based Programming
- Entrepreneurial Education
- Workforce Development
- Collaborator Programming
These events and programs are the heartbeat of the EDGE District, bringing together innovators, neighbors, and partners to build a stronger ecosystem.
At the EDGE District, OUR MISSION-DRIVEN PROGRAMMING & events are how our VISION comes to life.
List of Services
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COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMMINGItem Link List Item 1
The EDGE District will be more than labs and startups - it’s a place for all people. We’re planning events that bring innovation to everyday life, from art shows, food truck gatherings, and family-friendly festivals to hands-on science activities, youth STEM programs, and public health workshops.
By blending creativity, learning, and wellness, we aim to build a vibrant community space where everyone can explore, connect, and be inspired.
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ENTREPRENEURIAL EDUCATIONItem Link List Item 2
We’re building programs that help innovators turn bold ideas into real-world solutions - from workshops and bootcamps to incubators, accelerators, and future fellowship opportunities.
Designed especially for healthcare and life sciences founders, these offerings will provide hands-on learning, expert mentorship, and access to the networks and resources that make startups thrive. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale, the EDGE Dostroct will be the place to grow your venture.
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENTItem Link List Item 3
Tomorrow’s health and life sciences jobs need new skills - and we’re planning programs to help people build them. From specialized lab training and certification courses to for-credit academic programs, the EDGE District will offer pathways for students, career-changers, and professionals to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and technologies.
Together with UNMC and industry partners, we’re preparing the talent that will power the future of healthcare.
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COLLABORATOR PROGRAMMINGItem Link
Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation - and the EDGE District is all about collaboration. Alongside our own events, we’ll highlight and host programs from partners across the region, including conferences, demo days, meetups, and research showcases.
These shared experiences will help build connections, spark new ideas, and strengthen Nebraska’s growing innovation ecosystem.
JOIN THE ACTION
OR CREATE YOUR OWN
See what’s happening in Omaha’s health innovation district, or plan your next gathering in one of our unique event spaces.
Guided by our Strategic Plan, programming is built around three pillars:
- Community-Based Programming – Not just social gatherings like art in the park or food truck Fridays, but also mission-driven initiatives such as CPR training and citizen science programs that connect health innovation to everyday life.
- Entrepreneurial Education – Workshops, cohorts, incubators, and accelerators that equip founders and startups to grow their ideas into thriving ventures.
- Workforce Development – Training and upskilling programs tailored to the evolving needs of our industry and region, preparing talent for the future of health and life sciences.
These events are the heartbeat of the EDGE District, bringing together innovators, neighbors, and partners to build a stronger ecosystem.
Alongside our own programming, we’re proud to highlight regional events hosted by our partners—from pitch nights and innovation showcases to cultural festivals and community forums—that expand opportunities to connect and collaborate across the broader innovation landscape.
Check back often—new events are added regularly.
What Makes EDGE Unique
- Embedded with UNMC – Direct access to a world-class academic medical center and clinical research enterprise.
- Cross-Sector Collaboration – Startups, industry, and academia working side by side to advance life sciences.
- Purpose-Built Spaces – Labs, offices, coworking, retail, and event venues designed to foster innovation and community.
- Integrated Partnerships – From investors and mentors to service providers and suppliers, every player has a role in fueling growth.
Ways to Engage
- Collaborate on Research – Work with UNMC researchers and clinicians on pilots, studies, and translational technologies.
- Invest & Mentor – Back Nebraska’s pipeline of startups or guide founders through key growth stages.
- Support & Supply – Join our network of trusted vendors, service providers, and suppliers.
- Sponsor & Promote – Build visibility through events, programs, and preferred vendor opportunities.
Nebraska’s leading academic medical center and the academic engine behind the EDGE District, advancing healthcare innovation through research, education, and clinical collaboration.
Commercializes UNMC and UNO discoveries into market-ready products that improve healthcare and create new ventures.
Launches startups by pairing entrepreneurs with university IP, attracting investment, and building Omaha’s innovation ecosystem.
A purpose-built EDGE District facility with flexible office, lab, and collaboration space designed to accelerate healthcare and life sciences innovation.
The statewide biosciences trade association, advocating for growth, workforce development, and industry connectivity.
A venture development organization fueling Nebraska’s startups with capital, accelerator programs, and business support.
Driving job growth, talent attraction, and inclusive economic vitality across Omaha’s urban core.
Investing in growth, transit, and infrastructure to support EDGE and the region’s innovation economy.
Vendor Partners
Trusted providers of services, tools, and expertise that keep the district’s spaces and programs running seamlessly.
Tenants in the District
Startups, companies, and service providers that bring energy, expertise, and momentum to the EDGE community.
The statewide academic backbone powering talent, research, and entrepreneurship across four campuses.
A statewide coalition advancing technology and innovation through workforce development, entrepreneurship, and policy alignment.
Nebraska’s leading academic medical center and the academic engine behind the EDGE District, advancing healthcare innovation through research, education, and clinical collaboration.
Commercializes UNMC and UNO discoveries into market-ready products that improve healthcare and create new ventures.
Launches startups by pairing entrepreneurs with university IP, attracting investment, and building Omaha’s innovation ecosystem.
