Early Bird Pricing Ends in 4 Days: Save Nearly $500 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Passes

You have just four days left to save up to $482 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass. These discounted rates expire on April 10 at 11:59 p.m. PT — don't wait.

If Disrupt is already on your 2026 event shortlist, now is the time to commit. Register now to lock in your savings before prices increase.

What to expect at Disrupt

Every October, Disrupt draws more than 10,000 founders, investors, and technology leaders to San Francisco's Moscone West. This year's event runs October 13–15, offering three days of curated programming and networking built for founders looking to sharpen their strategy, operators seeking their next opportunity, and investors tracking the companies worth watching.

Key insights from today's tech heavyweights

Last year's program featured more than 200 onstage conversations with 250+ speakers across tracks spanning AI, fintech, climate, and growth-stage scaling. Expect the same caliber of frank, high-signal dialogue in 2026. Keep an eye on the event page as the full agenda rolls out.

Standout moments from Disrupt 2025 included:

• Partners from Insight Partners, GV, and Moxxie laid out exactly what founders need to know before raising a Series A.

• Roy Lee, founder of Cluely and self-described viral rage-bait expert, argued that brand awareness alone won't sustain growth and urged startups to pursue social media virality with more intentionality.

• Kevin Rose, Digg founder and active tech investor, offered a blunt litmus test for AI hardware investments: "If you feel like you should punch someone in the face wearing it, you probably shouldn't invest in it."

• Waymo co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana took a firm stance onstage on vandalism targeting Waymo's robotaxi fleet, making clear the company has no intention of tolerating it.

Spark meaningful connections through networking

At last year's Disrupt, more than 20,000 curated one-on-one meetings took place over three days — and that doesn't account for the thousands of additional conversations that emerged organically through roundtables, the Expo Hall, and hallway introductions across a crowd of 10,000+. For 2026, the event is rolling out upgraded networking technology to make those connections faster to find and easier to act on.

One conversation can change everything. Attendees can expect:

• Direct access to founders, VCs, and operators who are actively building.

• Conversations that have a track record of turning into funding rounds, partnerships, and key hires.

• Tactical, session-based insights designed to be applied immediately.

• Early visibility into the trends and technologies defining tech's next chapter.

Witness the intense startup pitch showdown

Startup Battlefield 200 puts 200 TechCrunch-selected early-stage startups on a global stage, competing for $100,000 in equity-free funding, significant media exposure, and direct introductions to leading investors. It's also one of the most instructive sessions at Disrupt — hearing tier-one VCs deliver candid, real-time feedback on what actually makes a startup fundable is worth the price of admission on its own.

Think your startup has what it takes? Apply now. Know a company that deserves a shot? Submit a nomination.

The Startup Battlefield has a proven track record of launching industry-defining companies — Discord, Cloudflare, and Trello all earned their early spotlight here.

A front-row seat to emerging breakthroughs

More than 300 startup exhibitors will fill the venue with live demos and product showcases, with the Expo Hall serving as the main hub of activity. It's one of the most concentrated looks at emerging technology you'll find anywhere. If you're ready to put your startup on the map, reserve your exhibitor table here.

More ways to tap into the Bay Area tech scene

The action extends well beyond the main venue during Disrupt Week, October 11–17. TechCrunch Disrupt Side Events will be held at locations throughout the Bay Area, ranging from pre-conference breakfasts and post-session cocktail hours to independently hosted off-site panels. Whether you're looking to meet investors, founders, or fellow builders, the week offers no shortage of opportunities to make meaningful connections.

Prices go up after April 10

You have five days to lock in the lowest ticket price of the year. Rates rise after April 10 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Register now to save up to $482 before the deadline. Bringing a team? Group buyers can save up to 30% with bundle passes.