TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tech conference to open in San Francisco
Tech news outlet TechCrunch's Disrupt 2026 conference runs October 13–15 in San Francisco. Organizers expect more than 10,000 attendees and over 250 speakers.
TechCrunch, the technology news outlet, will hold its Disrupt 2026 conference from October 13 to 15 at the Moscone West convention center in San Francisco, United States. The event brings together startup founders, investors and technology industry leaders, and fewer than 48 hours remain before it begins.
Program and speakers
Organizers say more than 10,000 people are expected to attend. More than 250 speakers will appear across over 200 sessions on six stages, alongside roundtables and breakout discussions. Topics include artificial intelligence, robotics, infrastructure, investment, startup growth, fintech and climate.
The source names several speakers: RJ Scaringe of electric vehicle maker Rivian, Alexa von Tobel of Inspired Capital, Andrew Feldman of chip company Cerebras Systems, Cat de Jong of Anthropic and Les Karpas of NVIDIA. Actor Mark Wahlberg is also listed.
Expo hall and startups
For attendees more interested in discovery than sessions, an Expo Hall offers a chance to meet companies and see new products. More than 300 startups will be showcased, including the 200 hand-picked companies that made it into Startup Battlefield, the event's startup competition.
Ticket prices
Tickets can be bought at a discount of up to $100 until 8 a.m. Pacific Time on October 13, after which prices rise at the door. A second pass of the same type is available at 50% off, and groups of four or more can get additional discounts. People who were recently laid off can buy an Expo+ pass for $75 through the Layoff to Liftoff program.
