TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Opens in 48 Hours with Over 250 Speakers and 10,000 Attendees Expected

With less than two days remaining, TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is set to open its doors at Moscone West in San Francisco. The annual conference, running from October 13 to 15, anticipates the arrival of more than 10,000 founders, investors, and technology leaders eager to forge connections that could define their professional trajectories.

The event will feature over 250 speakers participating in 200 or more sessions across six stages, roundtables, and breakout discussions. Prominent industry figures confirmed to appear include Rivian’s RJ Scaringe, actor and entrepreneur Mark Wahlberg, Inspired Capital’s Alexa von Tobel, Cerebras Systems’ Andrew Feldman, Anthropic’s Cat de Jong, and NVIDIA’s Les Karpas. Conversations will span a wide array of topics, including artificial intelligence, robotics, infrastructure, fintech, climate solutions, and the challenges of scaling startups.

Beyond the keynote stages, attendees can explore the Expo Hall, which will host more than 300 startups showcasing emerging technologies. This area also serves as the venue for Startup Battlefield, where the top 200 hand-picked startups will present their innovations. The format allows participants to tailor their experience, focusing either on educational sessions or direct engagement with exhibitors.

Organizers are urging last-minute registrants to secure tickets before door prices increase on Tuesday at 8 a.m. PT. Current promotions offer savings of up to $100 on admission, along with a 50% discount on a second pass of the same ticket type. Additional group discounts are available for parties of four or more.

For individuals who have recently experienced layoffs, TechCrunch is offering a special “Layoff to Liftoff” program, providing an Expo+ Pass for just $75. The conference aims to serve as a critical networking hub for the global startup ecosystem as it enters its final phase of preparation.