Host a Side Event during TechCrunch Founder Summit Week in Boston

Want to tap into the energy of 1,100+ startup founders, investors, and tech leaders descending on Boston for the Founder Summit 2026 on November 4th? Host your own Side Event during “Founder Summit Week,” happening November 1-7!

Whether it’s a networking mixer, workshop, morning run, fireside chat, or cocktail hour — you call the shots. Create a moment. Build your community. Increase brand visibility with a Side Event.

Along with extending the energy beyond the venue and the actual event, you’ll get:

• Visibility to the full TechCrunch audience.
• Featured on the official agenda, Side Events page, and mobile app.
• Highlighted in attendee emails and articles.
• A community discount code for your team and guests.

Check out the full details on the Founder Summit 2026 page. As the host, you’ll handle the event details, and we’ll help spread the word. There’s no fee to be listed, and everything must be:

• In-person and Boston-based.
• Held November 1-7 (only post-5 p.m. ET events will be allowed on November 4).
• 18+ only (21+ if there’s alcohol).

Let’s make it happen! Hosting a Side Event is an easy way to grow your network and connect your brand to Boston’s startup crowd. Apply here to lock in your Side Event before the deadline. This is your moment to show up and stand out.