News from DjangoCon US 2026 (15)

Childcare During DjangoCon US

Jul 14, 2026

Childcare at DjangoCon US and tech conferences more generally is an important factor that helps folks attend who otherwise may not be able to. We want to make sure that parents feel welcome bringing their children to DjangoCon US and …

A First-Timer's Guide to Navigating America

Jul 11, 2026

For many international attendees, DjangoCon US marks their very first visit to the United States. Whether you're here for the code or the community, this quick guide will help you navigate the essentials of everyday life during your stay. Visa …

Workshop Sponsorships Now Open for DjangoCon US 2026

Jul 06, 2026

Workshop Sponsorships Now Open for DjangoCon US 2026 Workshop sponsorship at DjangoCon US is an opportunity to bring a hands-on tutorial or training session you have already built to an audience that is ready to go deep. If your team …

DjangoCon US 2026: Creating a Safe and Inclusive Community

Jun 19, 2026

DjangoCon US 2026: Creating a Safe and Inclusive Community As we gear up for another exciting DjangoCon US in Chicago this year, we want to take a moment to highlight one of the most important aspects of our conference: our …

International Travel to DjangoCon US 2026

Jun 12, 2026

Are you attending DjangoCon US 2026 in Chicago, Illinois, but you are not from US and need some travel information? Here are some things to consider when planning your trip. Visa Invitation Letter: If you need a visa invitation letter, …

Preparing for sprints as a project leader

Jun 10, 2026

This article outlines the things you should consider doing when preparing to lead a project at sprints to maximize connection and collaboration. This is for people who are attending sprints at a conference who intend to collaborate and lead others …

Announcing Our DjangoCon US 2026 Talks!

Jun 08, 2026

We are delighted to present our tutorial and talk lineup! The final talk and tutorial schedule will be announced soon. If you haven't purchased your ticket yet, they're still on sale. Congratulations to the presenters of the tutorials and talks …

Announcing a Focused Experience: DjangoCon US 2026 is Going Single-Track!

Jun 04, 2026

DjangoCon US 2026 Goes Single-Track After years of running multiple simultaneous talk tracks, DjangoCon US 2026 will move to a single-track conference format. It's a significant change for the conference and one we didn't make lightly. Why we're making this …

Contribute to Django at the Contribution Sprints!

Jun 03, 2026

We are excited to talk to you about contribution sprints at DjangoCon US! They are being held Thursday, August 27th and Friday, August 28th, 2026, from 9am to 5pm CDT each day at the voco Chicago Downtown, the same venue …

DjangoCon US 2026: Early Bird Tickets End May 31st!

May 27, 2026

Don't miss your chance to save. Early bird ticket sales for DjangoCon US 2026 are ending soon on May 31, 2026. Secure your spot now to join the community at a discounted rate. Grab your early bird ticket here. DjangoCon …

How DjangoCon US Selects Talk Proposals

Mar 19, 2026

The DjangoCon US schedule is always highly anticipated. But how does it all come together? The journey from an open Call for Proposals (CFP) to the final lineup of talks and keynote sessions is a thoughtful and collaborative process designed …

The Call for Proposals for DjangoCon US 2026 has been extended one week!

Mar 12, 2026

We've received many great proposals already but want to give folks a little extra time to submit their talks. The call for proposals deadline has been extended to March 23, 2026 at 11AM CDT. We welcome proposals no matter your …

The Call for Proposals for DjangoCon US 2026 Is Now Open!

Feb 20, 2026

We are excited that DjangoCon US 2026 is now open for talk submissions: call for proposals! The deadline for submissions is March 16th March 23, 2026 at 11AM CDT. We invite you to submit your proposal no matter your background …

Date change announcement for DjangoCon US 2026

Feb 12, 2026

DjangoCon US is changing dates! Due to a very large conference happening in Chicago the week of September 14 that is causing hotel prices to skyrocket (over $400 per night for nearby hotels), DjangoCon US is moving to the week …

It’s my first DjangoCon US. What should I bring?

Jul 10, 2025

It’s your first DjangoCon US (or maybe even your first tech conference). Are you concerned about what you should pack? Well we have some thoughts! 📓 Notepad and ✒️ Pen/Pencil, or a 💻 Laptop and Charger Perhaps you like your …