TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: 50% Off Second Ticket Ends May 8
Time is running out for those planning to attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Prospective attendees have until May 8 at 11:59 p.m. PT to take advantage of a promotional offer that grants a 50% discount on the purchase of a second pass.
Strategic networking in the startup ecosystem
For founders, investors, and operators, the primary hurdle in the current market is often not a lack of innovation, but rather a lack of clarity. With an abundance of conflicting signals and opinions, decision-making regarding product roadmaps and investment timing can easily stall.
Disrupt aims to condense this uncertainty into three days of intensive programming. The event serves as a platform for real-time market analysis, where participants can gain insights from industry leaders. Featured speakers for the upcoming edition include:
- Nina Achadjian, Partner at Index Ventures
- Rajeev Dham, Managing Director at Sapphire Ventures
- Josh Reeves, CEO and Co-founder of Gusto
- Grant Lee, CEO and Co-founder of Gamma
- Shailendra Singh, Managing Director at Peak XV
Observing market trends in real-time
A central component of the event is the Startup Battlefield 200. This competition allows participants to observe how startups pitch to experienced venture capitalists. By watching these sessions live, attendees can identify which business models and strategies resonate with investors and which ones face scrutiny.
The value of the event lies in the ability to compare perspectives. Through roundtables and networking sessions, attendees can test their own assumptions against those of their peers, helping to refine their approach to building, scaling, or investing.
Available ticket categories
The 50% discount on a second pass applies to all ticket types, provided the purchase is completed by the deadline. Options include:
- Founder Pass: Includes access to investor meetings, the Deal Flow Café, and networking focused on growth and fundraising.
- Investor Pass: Tailored for VCs and angels to facilitate deal flow and networking.
- Attendee Pass: Designed for operators, offering full access to stages and breakout sessions.
- Non-profit Pass: Aimed at mission-driven organizations looking to apply emerging technology.
- Expo+ Pass: Provides entry to the Expo Hall and networking opportunities for scouting talent and products.
Those interested in attending are encouraged to secure their registrations before the May 8 deadline to leverage the current discount, which provides a cost-effective way to bring a colleague or partner to the event.