TED2026
Join us for a historic gathering of the world’s most inspiring minds, united to shape what’s next, together.
TED2026
All of Us
The future has never felt more volatile. Politically, technologically and culturally, the rules are being rewritten.
It will require immense collective effort to continue to build a hopeful pathway forward at every level of society and humans will need to come together like never before to do so.
At TED2026 we’re upping our level of ambition and conducting a global search to identify the most powerful speakers from every corner of planet Earth. They’ll share ideas that change everything in a program brimming with the world’s greatest innovators, dreamers, creators and doers focused on building no less than a better future for all.
We can’t do this alone. It will take, yes, all of us.
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A defining chapter
TED2026 marks a pivotal milestone — our final conference in our beloved Vancouver venue before embarking on TED's next evolution.
We're bringing together the visionaries who've shaped TED's remarkable journey alongside forward-thinkers like you to honor this chapter's conclusion while launching our bold next era.
We’ll gather to celebrate what we’ve achieved together and share our excitement about what’s to come.
Join us for:
An inspiring community
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Ideas that change everything
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Awe, wonder and hope
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A moment that matters
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A transformative week across all disciplines
The home of innovators
TED is for builders shaping what’s next for society.
Solutions emerge through their persistence, creativity and belief in progress.
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The lighthouse for leaders
TED is for brave souls steering us into the future with purpose.
With clarity and courage, they help others rise in moments that matter.
The place for dreamers
TED is for visionaries with a clear picture of what's next for society.
Their belief in possibility helps us imagine new ways of living, growing and connecting.
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The canvas for creators
TED is where action-takers turn ideas into movements.
Through stories, art and expression, they remind us what it means to feel fully human.
The hub for scientists
TED is where bold minds push the frontiers of knowledge.
Their discoveries shift what we understand and what we dare to change.
The compass for researchers
TED is for the explorers of the unknown.
By asking better questions, they guide us toward deeper truth and understanding.
The space for connectors
TED is for those who make an impact by bringing us together.
Our community thrives because of their ability to spark trust, connection and shared purpose.
Donors make it possible
The C-Suite Experience
Meet the TED Community
Welcome to a global community that brings together diverse minds from all walks of life from technology to the arts, science to storytelling. This vibrant community represents the full spectrum of humanity and its disciplines, spanning over 30 industries. With a shared curiosity and commitment to understanding the world, we explore questions worth asking and collectively shape what comes next.
- 1800+Attendees
- 80+Speakers
- 60+Countries
- 50%CEOs + Senior Executives
Your conference experience
Ready to experience something deeply moving? You're invited to an unforgettable week of bold ideas, deep human connection and the kind of inspiration that stays with you.
A five-day stage program
80+ electrifying TED Talks, interviews and performances.
Meaningful connections
Join a community that will make a lasting impact on your life.
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Discovery Sessions
Enjoy deep-dive workshops, activities and excursions.
Dinners and parties
Meet other changemakers full of boundless curiosity.
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Location
Vancouver, Canada
TED2026 April 13-17
For over a decade, beautiful Vancouver has been home to TED. Between the breathtaking mountains and sea, the Vancouver Convention Centre has been the space for world-changing talks, deep conversations, unforgettable moments and bold ideas.
TED2026 marks our final year in this iconic setting before we move to California in 2027. This is your last chance to experience TED in a place that has shaped our community and sparked ideas that changed the world.
Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this closing chapter and help us celebrate a city that has given so much to TED, and to all of us.
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