Boston, are you ready?! TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 is about to explode with energy — and the real magic kicks off with an epic lineup of Side Events lighting up the city from November 3–6!
We’re under a month away and we couldn’t be more pumped to unveil the full Side Events schedule — your ultimate passport to game-changing connections and unforgettable moments. From high-voltage networking mixers to mind-blowing innovation showcases, this is where Boston’s boldest tech minds come to connect, create, and crush it.
Whether you’re a trailblazing founder, a curious startup enthusiast, or a seasoned pro, there’s something here to supercharge your Founder Summit experience.
So don’t just attend — immerse yourself. Mark those calendars, lock in your spot, and get ready to ride the wave of TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026.
Quick Side Event disclaimers:
- Registering/RSVPing to a Side Event does not grant you access/ticket/badge to the main Founder Summit 2026 conference on November 4.
- Each event is organized and operated solely by a host (i.e., not TechCrunch Media or any of its affiliates).
- Attendance is 18+ minimum and some venues are 21+ only.
- Side Events are open to the public unless specified.
- Please register/RSVP for any of the Side Events you want to attend.
November 3
Find the 10X Opportunity Hiding in Your Product
Hosted by: PrincipiumX
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET
Join us for a first-principles product reimagination breakfast for founders and leaders. You have a product and early traction. Now comes the hard part: How do you break through in a crowded market?
In this workshop, learn how to go beyond brainstorming, competitor copying, AI chasing, and asking customers and start thinking from first principles to gain clarity on what’s truly worth building in a matter of weeks.
Through a real-world case study, learn to uncover enduring first principles, reveal unspoken customer needs, and turn them into clear differentiators, stronger product-market fit, novel use cases, and pathways to 10x growth opportunities.
TBD Angels Mixer (Founders and Investors)
Hosted by: TBD Angels
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET
Join TBD Angels in Central Square on November 3 for a lively mixer with investors and early-stage founders. Come meet some new faces, catch up with familiar ones, and trade notes on what’s happening across startups and investing right now.
What are you building? What’s catching your attention? What’s changed since your last conversation with a founder or investor? Bring your ideas, questions, and fresh perspectives for an evening of easy conversation and connections that could spark your next move.
Founder Signal: What Actually Gets You Investor-Ready
Hosted by: Prepare 4 VC and Startup Grind Boston
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. ET
Most founders think they’re investor-ready. Most are wrong.
This session breaks down what actually signals readiness to investors — and where founders misread their own progress.
We’ll walk through real founder examples; common gaps across narrative, traction, and capital strategy; and how to move from motion to true momentum.
For founders preparing to raise and investors who want to understand real signal vs. noise.
Followed by curated networking with founders, investors, and ecosystem partners.
November 4
Happy Hour: Talent, Capital & Scale
Hosted by: Harmonic Finance, Fidelity Investments and Baker Tilly
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET
Come wind down after a full day at TechCrunch Founder Summit. Harmonic, Baker Tilly, and Fidelity are teaming up to host an evening of drinks, small bites, and conversation at Barcelona Wine Bar, a relaxed spot to swap notes on the day and meet the people shaping Boston’s startup scene.
You’ll find founders, investors, and finance leaders in the room, plus plenty of familiar faces from the day’s sessions.
Space is limited, so grab your spot below ASAP.
Boston’s Unfair Advantage: When AI Meets the Physical World
Hosted by: Massachusetts AI Coalition and PTC for Startups
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET
What’s possible now that wasn’t before? And where does Boston have an edge?
Join Mass AI Coalition and PTC for a fireside-style panel on hardware/physical AI, emerging markets, and building products for the physical world. Then step inside PTC’s Corporate Experience Center for tours featuring interactive product demos. Explore startup demo tables and connect over food and drinks as we examine how Boston’s research and industrial strengths create new opportunities.
Cocktails and Conversation — How to Build Your GTM Flywheel
Hosted by: Hyperplane VC
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ET
Please join Hyperplane for cocktails and conversation as we share our lessons learned from helping companies transform their ideas into revenue over the last decade.
Founders After Hours
Hosted by: Deel
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET
Founder After Hours is an exclusive happy hour for TechCrunch Founder Summit attendees, presented by Deel.
Deel is investing in founders. We started as a startup, and we’re doubling down on the global founder community with everything from our annual “The Pitch” competition to events like this. Connect with fellow founders over food and drinks in a relaxed setting designed for authentic conversation and community building.
November 5
Creatives in Business
Hosted by: Northeastern University Co-Op
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET
Join us for an inspiring in-person event celebrating women in business! Connect with amazing female leaders, hear their stories during the panel discussion, and mingle with like-minded professionals. It’s the perfect chance to network, share ideas, and empower each other in a relaxed, friendly setting.
Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to grow your connections and be inspired!
November 6
South Asian Collective @ TechCrunch Founder Summit
Hosted by: South Asian Collective
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ET
Join us for an evening bringing together South Asian founders, investors, operators, and builders for meaningful connection and conversation.
This gathering is designed for people building companies, backing founders, and shaping the future of technology. Meet others navigating the startup journey, exchange insights on building and scaling, and connect with peers across the global South Asian tech ecosystem.
Expect thoughtful conversations, new connections, and a room full of ambitious builders across startups, venture, and tech.
No panels. No formal agenda. Just great people, real conversations, and community.
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