The application period for hosting a Side Event during TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco closes tonight at midnight Pacific Time. This deadline means less than 24 hours remain for organizations looking to connect with thousands of founders, investors, and tech leaders converging in the Bay Area.
TechCrunch Disrupt Side Event Opportunity
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is scheduled for October 1016. Hosting a Side Event provides a direct pathway for brands to extend their presence beyond the main conference floor. These events, which can range from meetups and happy hours to panels and workshops, allow hosts to bring their communities together for focused discussions.
Approved Side Events gain significant visibility. TechCrunch promotes these events through its official Side Events page, the conference agenda, mobile app, attendee emails, a dedicated TechCrunch article, and social channels. Furthermore, hosts receive a 25% ticket discount code to share with their network, offering an added incentive for their community to attend Disrupt.
Organizers are responsible for all logistics and costs associated with their Side Event. TechCrunchs events team reviews all applications, and approval is not guaranteed. However, a successful application places a brand directly in the spotlight of one of the tech industry’s most anticipated gatherings, which draws over 10,000 tech leaders.
For those not planning to host a Side Event but still keen to attend, general admission tickets are available with up to $200 USD off. This special rate will increase after September 25.
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