TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 opens applications for side events

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 has opened applications for organizers to host side events during the conference period. The main event is scheduled to take place from October 13 to 15 at Moscone West in San Francisco.

Interested parties, including founders, investors, and industry leaders, can host custom activities between October 10 and 16. The program aims to foster networking and brand visibility within the global technology ecosystem. Approved events, such as workshops, roundtables, or networking sessions, will be promoted through official TechCrunch Disrupt marketing channels and calendars.

The deadline to submit proposals is Friday, September 4, at midnight PT. Organizers suggest hosting activities during the evenings of the main conference to maximize engagement with the expected 10,000 attendees.