TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Early Bird Ticket Discount Ending
Time is running out for those planning to attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. The initial discount window for event passes is set to close in exactly one week, or sooner if the first 500 tickets are claimed before the deadline.
What to Expect in San Francisco
Scheduled for October 13–15, the event will take place at Moscone West in San Francisco. Organizers expect to draw 10,000 participants, including founders, venture capitalists, and industry leaders. The agenda features over 200 sessions led by more than 250 speakers, alongside the debut of 300 startups and the Startup Battlefield 200 pitch competition.
The event has historically attracted high-profile figures from the technology and investment sectors, such as:
- Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors
- Assaf Rappaport, CEO of Wiz
- Peter Beck, Founder and CEO of Rocket Lab
- Vinod Khosla, Founder of Khosla Ventures
- Denise Dresser, CEO of Slack
- Ashton Kutcher, Co-Founder of Sound Ventures
- Matt Mullenweg, CEO of Automattic
- Colin Kaepernick, Founder and CEO of Lumi
- Bridgit Mendler, CEO of Northwood Space
- Wassym Bensaid, CSO of Rivian
- Alex Pall and Drew Taggart, MANTIS Venture Capital
- Erin and Sara Foster, Oversubscribed Ventures
Tailored Networking Opportunities
The conference is structured to facilitate specific professional connections. Founders are provided with opportunities to engage with investors, while VCs can utilize the event to identify startups that match their specific investment criteria. Tech operators are also a primary focus, with sessions designed to share practical knowledge on scaling businesses.
Specialized pass tiers are available to help attendees achieve their goals:
- Founder Pass: Focused on providing the resources and network necessary for startup growth.
- Investor Pass: Designed to help capital allocators find new portfolio opportunities.
Securing the Early Discount
Attendees who move quickly can save up to $680 on their registration. Additionally, the current offer includes a 50% discount for a “plus-one” attendee. These reduced rates are only available for the first 500 passes sold. Interested participants can register here to secure their spot before the allocation is exhausted.