Now in its landmark 13th year, 3686 is Tennessee’s largest gathering of entrepreneurs, founders, investors, service providers, and ecosystem supporters in Tennessee and a cornerstone of the innovation ecosystem in the Southeast. The multi-day conference, hosted in Nashville and reflecting the geographic coordinates of the city in its name, is hosted and powered by Launch Tennessee and widely acclaimed for timely panels and thought leader speakers exploring the top issues and pressing challenges shaping the landscape.

In 2026, we’re doubling down on everything you love about the 3686 experience: thoughtful panels, in-person conversations with industry leaders, and plenty of opportunities for the high-impact networking and heartfelt community that have made the event truly unmissable for innovators and entrepreneurs across the state.

But that’s not all! Alongside a brand-new, highly walkable Germantown conference campus, we’re expanding the week’s programming with a slate of new can’t-miss events. Connect with Tennessee’s top talent at our Tech & Startup Job Fair, where dynamic startups and corporate leaders meet the state’s next-gen innovators. Cheer on the Volunteer State as our hometown Minor League Baseball team, the Nashville Sounds, face the Memphis Redbirds at First Horizon Park. And close out the week at Startup Homecoming—an unforgettable 3686 celebration packed with capital, corsages, cover bands… and plenty of surprises!