Apply to Speak at TEDxWorcester 2026
TEDxWorcester 2026 is seeking bold, innovative, and inspiring voices to share ideas worth spreading. This is your chance to step onto a TEDx stage and bring your story, insight, or breakthrough to life — in front of an engaged Worcester audience and the wider world.
🎤APPLICATIONS FOR SPEAKERS ARE NOW CLOSED 🎤
*CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS WAS SUNDAY 5TH OCTOBER *
Apply to Speak at TEDxWorcester 2026
At TEDxWorcester, speakers combine live talks and curated TED Talks videos to spark deep discussion, connection, and action. Whether your idea is about technology, business, creativity, personal growth, or community impact, we want to hear it.
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for thought leaders, innovators, creators, and changemakers who:
-
Have an original idea or perspective that can inspire and challenge the audience.
-
Can communicate clearly and passionately on stage.
-
Are enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to preparing a high-quality TEDx talk.
-
Have stories or insights that are relevant to Worcester, innovation, or community development.
Why Apply?
-
Share your idea with a passionate, engaged audience
-
Be part of Worcester’s growing business, tech & innovation community
-
Gain video exposure as your talk will be shared online on the TEDx website & YouTube page
-
Experience the TEDx speaker coaching process, helping you craft a polished and impactful talk
What to Expect
-
Submission of your idea and a brief description, plus a 60 second intro video via our online application form
-
Selection process by the TEDxWorcester CoreWorcs team
-
Guidance and coaching to help you develop your talk
-
Live performance at TEDxWorcester 2026 alongside 6–8 other speakers
Ready to Apply?
If you have an idea worth spreading and want to be part of TEDxWorcester 2026, fill out the application form below. Share your story, your vision, and why your talk matters — we can’t wait to hear it!
TEDxWorcester 2026: Ideas worth spreading, right here in Worcester
What is TEDx?
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, independently organised events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxWorcester, where x = independently organised TED event. At TEDxWorcester, TED Talks videos and live speakers come together to spark meaningful discussion, connection, and inspiration within our community. The TED Conference provides overarching guidance for the TEDx program, but each TEDx event, including TEDxWorcester, is self-organised by local volunteers and leaders.
Please note that our event is independently planned, and all content, speakers, and programming are curated specifically for Worcester.