TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is set to open its doors on October 13 at Moscone West in San Francisco, drawing over 10,000 founders, investors, and technology leaders. The three-day event will feature more than 250 speakers across 200 sessions, covering topics such as artificial intelligence, robotics, fintech, climate technology, and startup growth.
Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from prominent figures including Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe, actor and entrepreneur Mark Wahlberg, Alexa von Tobel of Inspired Capital, Andrew Feldman of Cerebras Systems, Cat de Jong of Anthropic, and Les Karpas from NVIDIA. Sessions will be held across six stages, with roundtables and breakout discussions designed to provide insight into current technology trends and business strategies.
In addition to the conference program, the Expo Hall will showcase over 300 startups, including 200 selected for the Startup Battlefield competition. This area offers a chance to explore emerging technologies and engage directly with the companies developing them.
TechCrunch encourages attendees to tailor their experience by focusing on either the sessions or the startup exhibits, or a combination of both. Early registration offers savings of up to $100 on tickets, with a second pass available at 50% off. Group discounts are also available for parties of four or more.
The event also includes a Layoff to Liftoff Ticket Program, providing Expo+ Passes at a reduced rate of $75 for those recently laid off, aiming to support professionals seeking new opportunities in the tech ecosystem.
Registration prices will increase at the door on October 13 at 8 a.m. PT. TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 promises to be a key gathering for those looking to connect with innovators and investors shaping the future of technology.