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TED conferences bring together a group of expert thinkers and doers across a wide range of fields to help share new ideas.

Upcoming Conferences

Flagship Event

TED Countdown Summit 2025

June 16-18, 2025
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Nairobi, Kenya

The Summit will bring together global innovators and activists who are committed to creating a brighter future through bold action.

Flagship Event

TEDNext 2025

November 9-11, 2025
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Atlanta, GA

Are you building the future you want? Join us for a vibrant exploration of what’s next for you, propelling Future You to think expansively at every level, from personal to global. Your future self is waiting – register today.

Flagship Event

TED2026

April 13-17, 2026
 | 
Vancouver, Canada

TED2026 marks a pivotal milestone — our final conference in our beloved Vancouver venue before embarking on TED's next evolution. Join us for a historic gathering of the world’s most inspiring minds to honor this chapter's conclusion while launching our bold next era.

Special Event

TEDSports Indianapolis

September 9-11, 2025
 | 
Indianapolis, IN

Explore the intersection of athletics, science, tech and social impact with leaders transforming how we think about sports far beyond the playing field. TEDSports Indianapolis is curated and organized by Indiana Sports Corp and Next Practice Partners in collaboration with TED.

Special Event

TEDAI Vienna

September 24-26, 2025
 | 
Vienna, Austria

A three-day TED event in the heart of Europe on artificial intelligence. Experience TED Talks, mind-expanding workshops, experiences, panels and unforgettable side events. TEDAI Vienna is curated and organized by Dr. Alina Nikolaou and team, in collaboration with TED.

Special Event

TEDAI San Francisco

October 21-22, 2025
 | 
San Francisco, CA

A two-day TED event in the core of Silicon Valley, exploring the impact and power of AI. Experience TED Talks, insightful fireside chats, experiences, panels and unforgettable side events. TEDAI San Francisco is curated and organized by Sam and Walter de Brouwer, in collaboration with TED.

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Why Attend TED?

Join us for an inspirational gathering with the winning formula of brilliant minds and groundbreaking content, while also supporting TED’s mission of global ideas in action.

You’ll hear talks from future-shaping speakers and make lifelong connections during curated workshops and experiences where you can dive deeper into an area of expertise or learn something completely new. TED is your chance to be immersed in meaningful ideas and surrounded by those seeking to catalyze action.

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