ABOUT
What is Confluence?
Confluence is a multi-dimensional ideas festival that connects the worlds of art, music, science, and tech through shared experiences. We produce a range of experiential programming each spring and fall.
Events
This year, the Confluence Festival features a Super Smash Bros. esports tournament with top collegiate and high school teams from across the Midwest; a robotics expo & parade; a maker expo; a STEAM area where kids of all ages can explore high-tech drones, airplanes and flight simulators; a music summit that explores how innovation is reshaping the music industry, and much more There's something for everyone.
When: Friday, Sept 22nd from 5PM - 10PM & Saturday, Sept 23 from 10AM - 10PM
Where: Rosa Parks Circle
Confluence is a free and open event.
STEERING COMMITTEE
Amy Knape (Amplify GR), Tim Mroz (The Right Place), Evette Pittman (City of Grand Rapids), and Eddie Tadlock (ASM Global)
PROGRAM COMMITTEE
AJ Hills (Midwest Tech Project), Danica Hosaka (Warner Norcross + Judd), Michael Marsiglia (Atomic Object), and Jen Wangler (The Right Place)
FISCAL PARTNER
The Urban League of West Michigan provides the means to empower African Americans and other minorities
to achieve economic self-reliance, parity and civil rights. Confluence contributes a portion of our sponsorship revenue to help further the goals of this important organization. The Urban League’s use of innovation to find alternative means to achieve successful outcomes makes this a perfect match.
Volunteer
Interested in volunteering? We'd love to hear from you.
Contact us
Get In Touch! Please send general inquires to support@confluencefest.com
Sponsorship Opportunities
To inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact support@confluencefest.com