Beyond TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: The Side Events, Parties & Networking You Can’t Miss
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco will feature a variety of networking events, parties, and showcases alongside the main conference. These side events aim to connect global startup ecosystems, including delegations from Poland, Norway, and Pakistan, with Silicon Valley investors.
Why it matters
These events are critical for international startups seeking venture capital and strategic partnerships within the global technology hub.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 brings founders, investors, operators, builders, and technology leaders to San Francisco from October 13-15. But the activity doesn’t stop when the conference floor closes.
Throughout Disrupt Week, startups and organizations from across the global tech ecosystem will host networking events, happy hours, showcases, demos, dinners, and more.
Here’s what’s happening around San Francisco from Saturday, October 10 through Friday, October 16.
Hosted by Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH) and Upper Silesian Fund
Join us aboard the Historic Klamath for an evening connecting Poland’s innovation ecosystem with Silicon Valley during TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Meet Polish founders, investors, technology leaders, and ecosystem partners for a discussion followed by informal networking on the San Francisco waterfront.
Hosted by Innovation Norway & Royal Norwegian Consulate General in San Francisco
An evening of fintech, global growth, and great conversations, celebrating Aparta’s selection for TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200.
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