TEDxUTAustin 2026 - Polaris

Our 2026 Theme "Polaris". The North Star, has guided explorers, dreamers, and seekers for centuries. It represents direction, hope, and the pursuit of something greater. In a world filled with constant change, Polaris reminds us that even when the path feels uncertain, we can find our own guiding light.

Join us for TEDxUTAustin’s 9th annual conference to witness a diverse lineup of speakers, three incredible performances, view a curated art gallery, and engage in networking opportunities with startups and other Austin-based organizations through our interactive showcase!

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Tickets for the full-day conference experience are $38 for community members and $20 for UT Austin students. These price are exclusive to our presale and is subject to a future rise. All tickets include access to the talks, performances, showcase, and art gallery, as well as a free lunch and an exclusive conference T-shirt.

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Date: March 7th, 2026

Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CT

Doors open: 9:00 a.m. CT

Where: Hogg Memorial Auditorium

Address: 2300 Whitis Ave, Austin, TX 78705

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More information about our speaker and performer lineup will be revealed in the coming months. For future updates about speakers, events, and other content, please follow us on Instagram @TEDxUTAustin.

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Join us before our conference for a unique chance to network with startups and other Austin based organizations, Our showcase partners will be listed on our socials in the weeks before our conference date.

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TEDxUTAustin is an independent, student-led TED event, founded in 2017 to spread new ideas and foster an intellectually curious community eager to grow their impact on the world. Based at UT Austin, a world-class campus in one of the leading entrepreneurial cities, TEDxUTAustin draws upon the unique students, professors, and community members of Austin to host a diverse, rich, and enlightening annual experience for all.