TEDxUTAustin 2026: Polaris

Join us for TEDxUTAustin's ninth annual conference and Austin's largest university TEDx event on March 7, 2026 at Hogg Auditorium. 8 diverse speakers, three live performances, a curated art gallery & speaker meet-and-greet, and networking opportunities with startups at our interactive showcase!

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About

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.

TICKETS

Tickets for the full-day conference experience are $40 for community members and $25 for UT Austin students. All tickets include access to the talks, performances, showcase, and art gallery, as well as a free lunch, brand activations throughout the day, and an exclusive conference T-shirt.

Speaker Lineup

Guided by our Polaris theme, this year’s speakers explore ideas across architecture, medicine, music, history, and beyond—each offering a different path toward progress and purpose.

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