Key facts
- TechCrunch is organizing Founder Summit Week in Boston from November 1-7, 2026.
- Companies and individuals can host their own side events during this week.
- Side events can be networking mixers, workshops, or fireside chats.
- All events must be in-person and located in Boston.
- Events must occur within the November 1-7 timeframe, with specific restrictions for November 4th.
- TechCrunch will provide promotional support for listed side events at no cost to the host.
TechCrunch is inviting companies and individuals to host their own side events during Founder Summit Week, which will take place in Boston from November 1-7, 2026. This initiative aims to leverage the energy of the main Founder Summit 2026, expected to draw over 1,100 founders, investors, and tech leaders.
Hosts have the flexibility to organize various types of events, such as networking mixers, workshops, morning runs, fireside chats, or cocktail hours. The primary goal for hosts is to create community engagement and increase brand visibility. TechCrunch will offer promotional support by featuring these side events on the official agenda, a dedicated Side Events page, the mobile app, and in attendee emails and articles.