The 2026 Agenda

Three days, two stages, five zones, and a city's worth of side quests. Here's how it all fits together: main stage hours, the activation hall, and the off-site experiences you'll want to lock in early. Sign up to get updates when the full agenda drops.

Three days, two stages, five zones, and a city's worth of side quests. Here's how it all fits together: main stage hours, the activation hall, and the off-site experiences you'll want to lock in early. Sign up to get updates when the full agenda drops.

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3
Days
5
Zones
100+
Speakers
1,500+
Operators
3
Days
5
Zones
100+
Speakers
1,500+
Operators

Wednesday // Nov 18

Day 00

Badge Pickup + Side Quests

Thursday // Nov 19

Day 01

Main Stage + Activation Hall

Friday // Nov 20

Day 02

Main Stage + Activation Hall

Day 0

9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Badge Pickup Opens

Collect your badge and beat the lines.

12:00 - 5:00 PM

Humans In The Zoo

Join a small, curated group of fintech builders, operators, and leaders for an unforgettable afternoon at the world-renowned San Diego Zoo. This exclusive Bonus Quest includes a private lunch, an expert-guided open-air wildlife tour, and a special up-close animal encounter, creating the perfect setting for authentic conversations and meaningful connections before the main event begins. Round-trip transportation from the Omni San Diego Hotel is included. Capacity is limited, and advance registration is required.

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3:00 - 5:00 PM

Little Italy Food Tour

Join fellow fintech builders and operators for a guided culinary Bonus Quest through San Diego's vibrant Little Italy. This two-hour walking experience combines curated food and wine tastings, local culture, and meaningful conversations as you explore one of the city's most iconic neighborhoods. Along the way, you'll visit a handpicked selection of local restaurants to enjoy signature dishes and thoughtfully paired beverages in a relaxed, intimate setting designed for authentic networking. Capacity is limited, and advance registration is required.

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6:00 - 8:00 PM

Sunset Social

Kick off Fintech NerdCon at our official welcome party at Tortuga Terrace on the rooftop of the Omni San Diego Hotel. Enjoy drinks, light bites, and beautiful sunset views while meeting fellow builders, operators, founders, and investors before the main event begins. All registered attendees are welcome.

Wednesday // Nov 18

Day 00

Badge Pickup + Side Quests

Thursday // Nov 19

Day 01

Main Stage + Activation Hall

Friday // Nov 20

Day 02

Main Stage + Activation Hall

Day 0

9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Badge Pickup Opens

Collect your badge and beat the lines.

12:00 - 5:00 PM

Humans In The Zoo

Join a small, curated group of fintech builders, operators, and leaders for an unforgettable afternoon at the world-renowned San Diego Zoo. This exclusive Bonus Quest includes a private lunch, an expert-guided open-air wildlife tour, and a special up-close animal encounter, creating the perfect setting for authentic conversations and meaningful connections before the main event begins. Round-trip transportation from the Omni San Diego Hotel is included. Capacity is limited, and advance registration is required.

sponsored by:

3:00 - 5:00 PM

Little Italy Food Tour

Join fellow fintech builders and operators for a guided culinary Bonus Quest through San Diego's vibrant Little Italy. This two-hour walking experience combines curated food and wine tastings, local culture, and meaningful conversations as you explore one of the city's most iconic neighborhoods. Along the way, you'll visit a handpicked selection of local restaurants to enjoy signature dishes and thoughtfully paired beverages in a relaxed, intimate setting designed for authentic networking. Capacity is limited, and advance registration is required.

sponsored by:

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Sunset Social

Kick off Fintech NerdCon at our official welcome party at Tortuga Terrace on the rooftop of the Omni San Diego Hotel. Enjoy drinks, light bites, and beautiful sunset views while meeting fellow builders, operators, founders, and investors before the main event begins. All registered attendees are welcome.

Day 00

Wednesday // Nov 18

Badge Pickup + Side Quests

Day 01

Thursday // Nov 19

Main Stage + Activation Hall

Day 02

Friday // Nov 20

Main Stage + Activation Hall

Day 0

9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Badge Pickup Opens

Collect your badge and beat the lines.

12:00 - 5:00 PM

Humans In The Zoo

Join a small, curated group of fintech builders, operators, and leaders for an unforgettable afternoon at the world-renowned San Diego Zoo. This exclusive Bonus Quest includes a private lunch, an expert-guided open-air wildlife tour, and a special up-close animal encounter, creating the perfect setting for authentic conversations and meaningful connections before the main event begins. Round-trip transportation from the Omni San Diego Hotel is included. Capacity is limited, and advance registration is required.

sponsored by:

3:00 - 5:00 PM

Little Italy Food Tour

Join fellow fintech builders and operators for a guided culinary Bonus Quest through San Diego's vibrant Little Italy. This two-hour walking experience combines curated food and wine tastings, local culture, and meaningful conversations as you explore one of the city's most iconic neighborhoods. Along the way, you'll visit a handpicked selection of local restaurants to enjoy signature dishes and thoughtfully paired beverages in a relaxed, intimate setting designed for authentic networking. Capacity is limited, and advance registration is required.

sponsored by:

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Sunset Social

Kick off Fintech NerdCon at our official welcome party at Tortuga Terrace on the rooftop of the Omni San Diego Hotel. Enjoy drinks, light bites, and beautiful sunset views while meeting fellow builders, operators, founders, and investors before the main event begins. All registered attendees are welcome.

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