TEDxBoulder 2026 takes place on November 14 at eTown Hall (1535 Spruce Street) from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm (doors open at 5pm). This year’s theme is Roots & Wings and focuses on an array of topics, including justice, movement, human trafficking, health, burnout, kindness, immigrant storytelling, AI, personal growth, resilience, and more.
Guests are invited to sit back, relax, challenge their perspectives, and learn something new, all while enjoying a cash bar full of food and drinks.
TEDxBoulder is one of the nation’s longest-running TEDx events, held every fall since 2010 and attracting more than 2,000 people. TED.com has featured eight talks from TEDxBoulder.
Who are the Speakers This Year?
TEDxBoulder has an eclectic lineup, including psychologists, first responders, physicians, CEOs, community leaders, and more. The speakers are as follows:
- Kati Peditto, PhD
- Ben O’Brien
- Mitch Pertiz
- Dr. Scott Sherr
- Heather Ditillo
- Bob Burgin
- Binisha Shrestha
- Richard Schooley
- Dr. Sam Monson
- Ryan Forbes
- Everett Dietzler
- Ryan French
Getting Tickets
You can get tickets to TEDxBoulder here and choose from the following options:
- General admission ($75)
- Full access ($150)
General admission (limited to 185 tickets) provides access to all the talks, with no reserved seating (arrive early to secure your seat). Full access (limited to 20 tickets) includes all the talks, a meet-and-greet reception before the event, reserved seating, and a post-party where you can meet the speakers, the TEDxBoulder team, sponsors, and other special guests.
Interested in Being a Featured Speaker?
The 2026 lineup might be set, but 2027 is just around the corner. TEDxBoulder is always interested in curious concepts, different outlooks, and new appreciations. You don’t need to have a high-level education, formal training, or a huge platform to apply; all ideas are welcome.