TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, organized by TechCrunch, is billed as the startup epicenter for tech and venture capital leaders, scheduled for October 13-15, 2026, at Moscone West in San Francisco, California. The conference targets founders, investors, operators, and innovators across the startup ecosystem, offering a mix of keynote interviews, panel discussions, and hands-on workshops.

A signature feature of the event is the Startup Battlefield competition, where early-stage startups pitch live on stage for funding and industry recognition. The broader agenda covers emerging themes such as artificial intelligence, scaling strategies, fundraising trends, and the evolving venture capital landscape, with speakers drawn from leading startups, VC firms, and established technology companies.

TechCrunch Disrupt also features an expansive expo floor where startups showcase their products, along with extensive networking opportunities connecting founders directly with investors, media, and potential partners, making it one of the most closely watched events on the startup calendar.