The TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 technology conference brings together founders, investors, and industry leaders in San Francisco.
The three-day conference will be held at Moscone West from October 13 to October 15, 2026. This year’s programming is characterized by a significant expansion of its stage offerings and a broader “Disrupt Week” that includes community-led side events beginning as early as October 11.
New Themed Stages for 2026
The 2026 program introduces three specialized stages designed to provide deeper technical and financial context for the current venture climate:
- Real World AI: This stage focuses on the practical application of artificial intelligence beyond theoretical models, highlighting how companies are integrating automation into physical infrastructure and enterprise workflows.
- Smart Money: Targeted at the investment community and fundraising founders, this track examines the shifting landscape of venture capital, exit strategies, and the impact of interest rates on tech valuations.
- Smart Systems: A dedicated space for exploring the “hard tech” sectors, including robotics, hardware evolution, and the logistics of modern supply chains.
These thematic tracks run alongside the traditional Startup Battlefield 200, which features 200 selected early-stage startups exhibiting on the show floor throughout the event.
Confirmed Speakers and Programming
The speaker lineup for 2026 includes several high-profile executives and founders. Confirmed participants include Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe, Amazon’s Panos Panay, and Replit CEO Amjad Masad.
Beyond the main stage at Moscone West, the “Disrupt Week” schedule includes various satellite gatherings. These events are distributed across San Francisco, providing networking opportunities outside the primary conference hours.
Registration provides access to all three days of the conference, the specialized stages, and the Startup Battlefield exhibition area.
