Only a few days remain to grab Early Bird tickets for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. The deadline is May 29 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Register now to save up to $410 before prices jump.

This event takes place October 13 to 15 at Moscone West in San Francisco. Over 10,000 founders, investors, and operators will gather. More than 300 startups will showcase their work. It’s a hotspot for new ideas and deal-making.

Here’s the catch: winning as a startup isn’t just about having a great pitch. The real challenge is getting access to the right people. Fundraising often feels like a long game of chasing introductions and replies that never come. Without access, deals happen around you but not with you.

TechCrunch Disrupt solves that problem. It builds access right into the experience. Attendees get face-to-face time with investors and industry leaders. This isn’t just networking; it’s about getting meaningful conversations started and moving deals forward.

Built for Real Connections and Faster Deals

Disrupt isn’t your average conference. It’s designed to speed up fundraising cycles. Instead of waiting weeks for meetings, you get direct access to investors ready to listen and act. The event offers curated matchmaking sessions, investor-founder roundtables, and a dedicated Deal Flow Café for real talks.

More than 20,000 meetings are arranged during the event. This means you won’t just collect business cards. You’ll start conversations that lead somewhere. Investors ask questions on the spot, giving instant feedback. That compresses the typical fundraising timeline from months to days.

Plus, there are over 80 side events across the Bay Area. Workshops, networking socials, and hands-on sessions add even more value. These moments extend your time to connect beyond the main event.

Access to Cutting-Edge Tech and Trusted Insights

Disrupt features six industry-focused stages. Each stage highlights key trends and real-world applications. The AI Stage explores how companies are applying artificial intelligence today. Founders and investors share what works and what doesn’t. This helps you build credibility with technical and business audiences alike.

The Builders Stage focuses on scaling companies. Founders who’ve grown startups break down their strategies. This practical advice helps you gain confidence and speak with authority when talking growth and fundraising.

Other stages cover fintech innovation, smart systems for climate and energy, AI in the physical world like robotics and biotech, and the main Disrupt Stage where top leaders set the industry’s direction. Being part of these conversations positions you at the heart of the tech ecosystem.

TechCrunch Disrupt helps shift your role from chasing attention to securing influence. You’re not just seen once but repeatedly in front of investors, partners, and media. That repetition builds trust and recognition—key to long-term success.

Registering before May 29 locks in the best ticket prices. After that, rates increase. Waiting doesn’t make fundraising easier. It just delays access to the people who can fund and grow your startup.

So, if you’re serious about scaling your company, now is the time to act. Secure your pass, save up to $410, and get ready to move your startup forward at Disrupt 2026.