San Francisco, CA – The application window for organizations seeking to host a Side Event during TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will close tonight, September 12, at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time, according to an announcement from TechCrunch Events. The deadline marks the final opportunity for companies to submit proposals for affiliated activities during the week-long technology conference.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is scheduled to take place from October 25 to October 31 in San Francisco. Organizers anticipate an attendance of over 10,000 founders, investors, and innovators. The Side Event program is designed to allow participating brands to leverage the conference's significant audience and global media attention, as stated by TechCrunch.
Side Events, which range from VIP dinners and panel discussions to networking happy hours, offer a platform for companies to engage directly with conference attendees. TechCrunch has indicated that these events receive promotion across its official listings and various communication channels, amplifying their reach without an associated hosting fee for the application process itself.
The curated audience for Disrupt 2025 includes professionals across a wide array of technology sectors, such as Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Biotech & Health, Fintech, and Venture Capital. The inclusion of topics like AI and Robotics underscores the event's relevance to advancements impacting industrial automation, supply chain optimization, and manufacturing innovation. Companies are encouraged to design events that align with their specific brand objectives and target audience within the broader tech ecosystem.
Prospective hosts must submit their proposals before the final deadline to be considered for inclusion in the official Side Event schedule for TechCrunch Disrupt 2025.