TechCrunch Disrupt is where the tech community comes together to build, debate, and connect. While the main event takes over Moscone West from October 13–15, the conversation doesn’t stop when the Expo Hall closes.
The TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Side Event program brings founders, investors, operators, researchers, and tech enthusiasts together across San Francisco for panels, workshops, networking events, parties, and more.
The schedule is growing, with more events being added in the lead-up to Disrupt. Whether you’re looking to meet other founders, connect with investors, dig into a specific technology, or simply spend more time with the tech community, there’s plenty happening around Disrupt.
Check the chronological schedule regularly as new Side Events are added weekly.
Featured Side Events
A few of this year’s Side Events are hosted by TechCrunch partners, bringing the companies and communities behind some of the biggest conversations in tech into the Disrupt Week experience.
Serve, Swipe, & Settle: Mixer for SaaS Leaders Scaling into Embedded Payments
October 12 | 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. PT
Join SaaS founders, developers, and technical leaders at SPIN San Francisco for conversations about turning embedded payments into a revenue stream. Over Ping-Pong, food, and drinks, compare notes on monetization, brand control, and scaling beyond basic payments.
Hosted by: NMI
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The Afterburn: TechCrunch Disrupt Edition
October 14 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. PT
Take a break from the pitching, demoing, and networking at this evening mixer. Join founders, builders, investors, and other members of the tech community for cocktails, appetizers, and conversation.
No panels or presentations—just a chance to connect and unwind after a day at TechCrunch Disrupt.
Hosted by: Backblaze and Flamethrower
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Ecosystem Mixer
October 14 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. PT
Join Peak XV for a mixer with founders, operators, and investors building what’s next. Good drinks, better conversations, zero pitches required to join our mixer.
Hosted by: Peak XV Partners
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via TechCrunch