August Idea Happy Hour
Thu, Aug 27
|Bruhaven
Got an idea that needs fresh eyes? Join us for Idea Happy Hour, where you'll get 15 minutes of honest feedback from professionals across different industries. Startup founders, corporate innovators, and business owners welcome.
Time & Location
Aug 27, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:10 PM
Bruhaven , 1368 La Salle Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
About the event
August Idea Happy Hour
Bring your idea (whether it's a startup concept, a new product line, a marketing pivot, or something else entirely) and get 15 minutes of focused feedback from a diverse table of professionals who see the world differently than you do. This isn't a pitch competition or a formal presentation; it's a relaxed happy hour where entrepreneurs, corporate innovators, and small business owners help each other stress-test ideas and gain fresh perspectives.
What to bring?
An open mind
Notebook and pen
Phone for notes or recording
These suggestions are optional and help you remember your conversations.
Event Agenda
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Arrival & Networking
Grab a drink, meet fellow attendees, and settle in. This is your chance to make connections before diving into the structured feedback sessions.
4:30 PM - 4:40 PM: Welcome & Group Formation
Our host will welcome everyone and guide you to your assigned tables. Seating is strategically arranged based on your registration responses to ensure you're matched with people who can offer the most valuable perspectives for your idea.
4:40 PM - 5:40 PM: Feedback Rounds
Four people per table. Each person gets 15 minutes to present their idea and receive feedback from the group.
We suggest a 5-minute overview of your idea followed by 10 minutes of questions, validation, and diverse perspectives, but how you use your time is entirely up to you.
5:40 PM - 5:50 PM: Wrap-Up
Quick closing remarks and next steps.
5:50 PM - 6:10 PM: Connection Showcase
Stick around to connect with specific people you met during the session, exchange contact information, and continue conversations that sparked during your feedback rounds.
Stress-free parking in Minneapolis
Emerson Elementary School Parking Lot: Open for Brühaven customers after 2:30 PM on weekdays and free all weekend. Look for the signs.
LPM Parking Ramp: Enjoy 3 hours of free validation for Brühaven customers. Ask for the QR code at the bar. See just how easy it is!
Metered Street Parking: $0.50/hour. You can also use the MPLS Parking app for easy payment.
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