Where curiosity meets community
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 EVENTS
Our flagship events spotlight a diverse range of multidisciplinary ideas, spanning science, technology, the arts and human development. Each multi-day gathering is thoughtfully curated, designed and produced by the TED team.
TEDNext 2025
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.
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TED2026
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.
INSIGHT SERIES EVENTS
Our Insight Series events are deep dives into the topics defining our time. Each is independently curated by trailblazing minds from the TED community, working with TED to bring you cutting-edge conversations. Learn more
Local TEDx events near you
TEDx events are independently organized TED events featuring talks, activities and more — taking place year-round in communities across the globe.
Tune into TED events from wherever you are
Stream every TED conference session, live or on-demand, and ignite your curiosity with the world’s leading thinkers.
A TED event with YOUR company
Partner with TED to harness our world-renowned curation and distinctive speakers, creating an immersive program tailored to your organization’s goals.
UPCOMING PARTNER EVENTS
Our partner events are bespoke gatherings co-created with partners to spotlight ideas that matter. Curated by TED and aligned with each organization’s mission, they feature TED Talks, dynamic conversations and immersive experiences that inform, inspire and catalyze action on themes such as democracy, health and business. Explore partnership opportunities
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TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures
Join us in celebration of America's 250th birthday with TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, a full-day event where we'll explore the evolving story of democracy in the place where it all began. From its historic past to its future possibilities, the day will feature brand-new TED Talks, live performances, local food and drinks, and democracy-themed activations as we imagine what America's next 250 can be. This event is organized in partnership with Visit Philadelphia.
Looking for more?
See a list of past events to find out more about the historic list of TED conferences.
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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