🎉Disrupt Side Events Open to All for Free
Anyone can host an event at Disrupt — for free
TL;DR
TechCrunch's Disrupt conference opens its Side Events program to anyone with a good idea. Apply by Sept 4th for events Oct 10-16, 2026.
TechCrunch has opened up the official Disrupt Side Events program to any individual or group with an event idea. No cost to apply or host, just logistics like venue and promotion handled by you. TechCrunch promotes your event through their platform and gives a discount on passes for attendees. This is huge for anyone looking to showcase new tech or network at the conference. Apply now before Sept 4th.
Key Points
Disrupt Side Event applications open now through September 4, 2026
Events can be hosted from October 10 to 16, 2026 during Disrupt week
No cost to apply or license required for hosting a Side Event
TechCrunch promotes your event on their website and app
Hosts receive discounted pass codes for attendees
Why It Matters
If you're planning an event around new tech, this is your chance. Disrupt's open policy means anyone can host from cocktail parties to workshops. Just handle logistics like venue and promotion. TechCrunch will give a discount code for passes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does this matter?
If you're planning an event around new tech, this is your chance. Disrupt's open policy means anyone can host from cocktail parties to workshops. Just handle logistics like venue and promotion. TechCrunch will give a discount code for passes.
What happened?
TechCrunch's Disrupt conference opens its Side Events program to anyone with a good idea. Apply by Sept 4th for events Oct 10-16, 2026.
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