How to Elevate Your Brand at Disrupt 2025: Host a Side Event
Bring Your Brand to Life at Disrupt 2025: Host a Side Event
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is set to be a major gathering for innovators, founders, investors, and operators in the tech world. This year, there's an outstanding opportunity for brands: hosting a Side Event during Disrupt Week (October 25–31) in the Bay Area. If you're looking to boost your visibility, build new connections, and showcase your brand's unique value, here's why you should consider running your own event during one of the tech industry's most high-profile weeks.
What Are Disrupt Side Events?
Disrupt Side Events are independently organized gatherings that take place alongside the main conference. These events range from intimate roundtables and hands-on workshops to lively mixers and pitch competitions. Last year, hundreds of founders, investors, and startup enthusiasts attended these after-hours events, opening doors for networking, deal flow, and valuable exposure.
Why Should You Host a Side Event?
- Visibility: Your brand will be featured in Disrupt 2025 Side Event listings on the official website, event app, and TechCrunch.com, reaching an audience of over 10,000 attendees plus the wider Bay Area tech community.
- Meaningful Connections: Engage directly with startup leaders, investors, and top talent in a setting you control.
- Creative Flexibility: Choose your event format—whether it’s a panel, happy hour, hackathon, or pitch-off. Make it a true reflection of your brand’s spirit.
How to Apply
Applications are free, but spots are limited. If you want your event listed alongside the main Disrupt experience, be sure to submit your Side Event application before the deadline on Friday, September 12.
Who Should Host?
Whether you’re a startup looking to make waves, a VC firm seeking deal flow, or a tech company wanting to connect with the ecosystem, hosting a Side Event is your chance to make a mark during one of the year’s most anticipated weeks in tech.
Get Inspired
Last year's Side Events led to new partnerships, investments, and brand growth for hosts. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action at Disrupt 2025!
For more details and to apply, visit the official Side Events page.
