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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
San Francisco, United States
Oct 13th, 2026
10 000
Startup & SaaS event at Moscone (in-person).
Price
$799
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About This Conference
The Startup Battlefield Legacy
TechCrunch Disrupt is synonymous with its Startup Battlefield — the pitch competition that has launched companies like Dropbox, Mint, Cloudflare, and Yammer. Selected startups present live on the main stage to expert judges, competing for the $100,000 Disrupt Cup and massive media exposure. Battlefield alumni have gone on to raise over $10 billion in combined funding, making it one of the most consequential launch platforms in tech.
Venture Capital and Investor Access at Disrupt
TechCrunch Disrupt attracts one of the highest concentrations of active venture capitalists of any tech conference. General partners from Andreessen Horowitz, Sequoia, Y Combinator, and hundreds of seed-stage funds attend both as speakers and as scouts looking for their next investment. The Startup Alley exhibition floor and CrunchMatch networking tool facilitate direct introductions between founders and investors.
TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco
TechCrunch Disrupt has been primarily held in San Francisco, the epicenter of the startup ecosystem. The two-to-three-day event brings together founders, investors, corporate innovation teams, and tech journalists from TechCrunch and the broader media landscape. Being featured or covered at Disrupt can generate significant press coverage, making it a strategic event for startups seeking visibility ahead of a fundraise.
AI, SaaS, and Emerging Tech at Disrupt
TechCrunch Disrupt sessions span the full landscape of emerging technology — AI and machine learning, enterprise SaaS, fintech, biotech, space tech, and climate tech. Unlike vendor-specific conferences, Disrupt covers technology trends from a founder and investor perspective, with sessions focused on market timing, product-market fit, and scaling strategies rather than product demos.
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Common questions attendees ask before deciding whether this conference is the right fit.
TechCrunch Disrupt is one of the most iconic startup conferences in the world, hosted by TechCrunch since 2011. It draws 10,000+ founders, investors, corporate executives, and tech media for sessions on startups, venture capital, and emerging technology. The event is best known for its Startup Battlefield pitch competition, which has launched companies like Dropbox, Mint, and Cloudflare.
TechCrunch Disrupt has traditionally been held in San Francisco, though recent editions have also taken place in other cities. The event typically runs for two to three days in the fall (September or October). TechCrunch has also experimented with European editions. Check the upcoming events section above for exact dates and location of the next edition.
TechCrunch Disrupt ticket prices typically range from $1,295 for early-bird general admission to $2,495+ for full-price passes. Startup packages that include Startup Alley exhibition space are available at different price points. Press and investor passes have separate pricing. CrunchBase Pro and TechCrunch+ subscribers sometimes receive discounts. Check the upcoming events section above for current pricing.
The Startup Battlefield is TechCrunch Disrupt's flagship pitch competition. Selected startups present live on the main stage to a panel of expert judges and the full conference audience. The winner receives a $100,000 prize and the coveted Disrupt Cup. Past Battlefield participants have gone on to raise billions in combined funding. Companies apply months in advance and acceptance is highly competitive.
TechCrunch Disrupt is particularly valuable for early-stage SaaS founders seeking investor exposure and press coverage. The Startup Alley exhibition puts your product in front of thousands of investors, journalists, and potential customers. However, the event skews toward VC-backed startups and may be less relevant for bootstrapped founders. Browse our verified attendee reviews above to decide.
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