TedX Harvard Square

TEDxHarvardSquare is a TEDx program based in Cambridge that describes itself as the city’s living community for bold ideas. It has grown into a network of founders, scientists and leaders across Boston’s innovation ecosystem. Its programming spans technology, health, climate, creativity and human potential, topics it frames as the critical conversations of the era for anyone building, leading or imagining a better future.

The 2025 flagship event centered on how humanity’s greatest challenges might become its greatest triumphs. Speakers explored possibilities for human flourishing in a rapidly changing world, from the potential of artificial intelligence and breakthroughs in biotechnology to new climate solutions. The program also made room for the lasting power of kindness and human connection, framing the future as daunting but full of promise and calling for creativity, imagination and curiosity.

What to Know

• TEDx events are independently organized under a license from TED.
• The flagship summit takes place once a year.
• Smaller House events run throughout the year.
• The program is listed by the Harvard Square Business Association.