Last chance for early discounts on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 passes before October 13

Organizers of TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 are urging prospective attendees to secure tickets online before the event opens on October 13, as door prices will be higher than the current discounted rate.

The annual conference will bring together more than 10,000 people from the startup and technology sectors to San Francisco's Moscone West for three days of keynotes, networking, and product showcases.

Pricing and ticket options#

Those who register in advance can save up to $100 on their pass. Additional savings are available for attendees who bring a colleague or friend—the second eligible pass comes at 50% off. For people who have recently been laid off, Disrupt offers a special $75 Expo+ pass.

What to expect at the conference#

The event features over 200 sessions spread across six stages, supplemented by roundtable discussions and breakout sessions. Topics span AI, fundraising, fintech, robotics, infrastructure, product development, hiring, and scaling strategies.

The speaker roster includes more than 250 tech leaders and entrepreneurs. Notable confirmed participants include executives from OpenAI, Rivian, Cerebras, Anthropic, and NVIDIA, alongside venture capital leaders like Alexa von Tobel of Inspired Capital.

Startup Battlefield 200 competition#

A centerpiece of the three-day program is Startup Battlefield 200, a live pitch competition where 20 finalist startups vie for a $100,000 prize and visibility among investors and media. The competition is designed to help founders understand what venture capitalists seek in winning pitches and what distinguishes scalable ventures.

The expo floor#

Hundreds of startups and established tech companies will showcase their latest products and business models in the expo hall, offering attendees direct access to emerging innovations across multiple sectors.

Register for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026.