Last Deadline Tonight for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Side Event Applications

Tonight marks the final submission window for those seeking to host an official Side Event at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. The deadline is September 11 at 11:59 p.m. PT, and organizers should expect no additional grace periods or opportunities to apply after this point.

Don't just bring people together. Create value.

Bringing your community to Disrupt requires more than simply providing a venue for attendees to congregate. The goal should be to deliver meaningful experiences that justify both attendee participation and your organization's investment in hosting.

Turn connections into opportunities

A Side Event positions your team in direct contact with founders, investors, customers, partners, and other influential decision-makers. These interactions can catalyze your next deal, partnership, investment, hiring opportunity, or collaborative venture.

Build relationships that go deeper

Side Events enable conversations that are difficult to facilitate amid the bustling conference floor. This setting allows you to strengthen bonds with stakeholders most critical to your organization's success.

Put your brand at the center

Hosting a Side Event lets your organization lead the discussion on topics your audience values most, establishing your brand as a central player within the Disrupt community.

Activate your community

Gather your existing network while simultaneously fostering new connections among participants. This dual approach enables members to exchange insights and forge valuable relationships independently.

Extend your reach beyond your guest list

Approved Side Events receive promotion via TechCrunch's dedicated Side Events page, the Disrupt schedule, the mobile application, email communications, editorial coverage, and social media platforms.

Make it easier for your network to attend Disrupt

Your community gains access to a 25% discount on Disrupt tickets through your Side Event, transforming it from an isolated gathering into part of a comprehensive conference experience.

This is your last shot

The significance of hosting extends well beyond organizing a social gathering or informal meetup. Disrupt week represents an opportunity to forge meaningful relationships, unlock business opportunities, reinforce your brand's position, and establish your organization as a key voice in shaping industry direction.

Prospective hosts must complete their application submission before the midnight deadline to qualify for inclusion in the official Side Events roster.

Rather than simply attending Disrupt, seize the chance to drive tangible outcomes around the event.

Not hosting? You can still be a part of Disrupt

Participation in Disrupt does not require hosting a Side Event. Purchasing a ticket provides access to opportunities for identifying new customers and business partners, connecting with investment sources, recruiting talent, observing emerging technology trends, and engaging in discussions that advance your organization's objectives.

Standard ticket pricing remains available through September 25. Securing your attendance now ensures you avoid price increases and guarantees your presence during conversations and connections that will define the next chapter of technology innovation.