TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
TechCrunch's flagship startup conference brings together founders, investors, and operators to explore innovation across AI, robotics, climate tech, and infrastructure.
Moscone West, San Francisco
- Dates
- October 13–15
- Venue
- Moscone West, San Francisco
- Attendance
- 10,000+
- Passes
- $899–$999 (early pricing)
TL;DR
- TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 runs October 13–15 at Moscone West in San Francisco.
- The conference attracts 10,000+ startup founders, investors, and operators.
- Founder and Investor passes are $899 and $999 respectively with early-bird pricing.
- Sessions cover fundraising, company building, scaling, and emerging sectors including AI, robotics, and climate tech.
About
Disrupt is where innovation unfolds for every stage of the startup journey. The agenda spans practical insights for founders on fundraising and company building, alongside discussions of how AI is expanding into robotics, autonomous systems, industrial operations, energy, climate tech, and scientific discovery.
Who you'll find in the room
Startup Founders
Founders with revolutionary ideas seeking resources and expert insights.
Investors
Investors seeking emerging opportunities and portfolio deals.
Operators
Leaders from scaling startups and established tech companies in AI, robotics, climate tech, and infrastructure.
Featured speakers
4 listedPanos Panay
SVP, Devices, Alexa & Leo · Amazon
RJ Scaringe
Founder and CEO · Rivian
Garrett Langley
CEO and Co-founder · Flock
Amjad Masad
CEO and Co-founder · Replit
Venue & travel
Venue
Moscone West,Getting there
Exclusive first-come, first-served rates are available at nearby premium hotels including the Hyatt Regency SF Downtown SOMA, Hotel Zelos, InterContinental (adjacent to Moscone West), and Grand Hyatt.
Getting there
Hotel booking deadlines for attendee discounts end September 16 at 5 p.m. PT.
Questions people ask
9 answeredTechCrunch Disrupt 2026 runs October 13–15, 2026.
TechCrunch Disrupt attracts 10,000+ attendees.
TechCrunch Disrupt takes place at Moscone West in San Francisco, California.
Founder passes are $899 (regular $1,099) and Investor passes are $999 (regular $1,199).
Startup founders with ideas seeking capital and guidance, investors scouting emerging opportunities, and operators in AI, robotics, climate tech, and infrastructure sectors.
The conference spans practical insights for founders on fundraising, company building, and scaling, alongside how AI is expanding into robotics, autonomous systems, industrial operations, energy, climate tech, and scientific discovery.
Book through TechCrunch's reservation partner for exclusive attendee rates at nearby premium hotels. Discounts end September 16 at 5 p.m. PT.
TechCrunch Disrupt is valuable for founders seeking capital and expertise, investors evaluating emerging opportunities, and operators staying current with trends in AI and infrastructure. Value depends on your stage, industry focus, and networking goals.
Most attendees wear smart casual or business casual attire. The organizer does not publish a formal dress code.
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