News from DjangoCon US 2026 (28)

Almost Time: What to Know Before You Head to Chicago

DjangoCon US 2026 starts Monday, August 24 at the voco Chicago Downtown. Some of you are already packing; some of you are still finishing that one thing at work before you can think about packing. Either way, here is everything …

Aug 20, 2026

Sign up for Travel Safety Checks & Chicago Travel Safety Updates

We’re excited to see you in Chicago! Whether you are traveling within the country or flying in from abroad, we know travel can be stressful, and we know that travel in the United States may not feel as safe and …

Aug 19, 2026

Start DjangoCon US at the Welcome Reception

DjangoCon US 2026 is almost here! Start your conference week with us at the Welcome Reception on Sunday, August 23, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the 15th Floor Lobby. Whether this is your first DjangoCon US or one …

Aug 19, 2026

Announcing Our Keynotes: Dawn Wages

We're honored to announce Dawn Wages as a keynote speaker for DjangoCon US 2026 We had the opportunity to sit down with Dawn and ask her a few questions about her work, her journey through the Django community, and what …

Aug 17, 2026

New One-Day and Online Tickets

Can't make it to Chicago for the whole week? We've added new One-Day tickets to make it easier to join us for just the part you can get to. What's New One-Day tickets are available in both Individual and Corporate …

Aug 14, 2026

Introducing Open Spaces! (And Why You Should Host One)

Some of the best parts of DjangoCon US have never been on the program but in the less structured part of the conference; the 'hallway track', a small group that forms around a table after a talk, or a conversation …

Aug 14, 2026

Get Active at DjangoCon US 2026

πŸš΄πŸ»πŸƒπŸΎπŸŠπŸ½πŸšΆπŸΌ Looking to get active during DjangoCon US? Having talks means a lot of time spent not moving while watching talks. It's important to take care of your body as well as your mind, and a good way to do …

Aug 13, 2026

Why You Should Volunteer at DjangoCon US 2026

Every year, DjangoCon US comes together because a group of people shows up early, stays late, and does the behind-the-scenes work that keeps everything running. Things like printing badges, timing rooms, setting up speaker support, and making sure speakers feel …

Aug 11, 2026

Thinking About Giving a Lightning Talk?

One of the most exciting traditions at DjangoCon US is our Lightning Talks (or, as we like to call them, ⚑ Talks). Lightning Talks are short, five-minute presentations where anyone can share an idea, a lesson learned, a project, a …

Aug 07, 2026

Announcing Our Keynotes: Karen Tracey

We're honored to announce Karen Tracey as a keynote speaker for DjangoCon US 2026 We had the opportunity to sit down with Karen and ask her a few questions about her work, her journey through the Django community, and what …

Aug 04, 2026

Announcing Our Keynotes: Sarah Boyce

We're honored to announce Sarah Boyce as a keynote speaker for DjangoCon US 2026 We had the opportunity to sit down with Sarah and ask her a few questions about her work, her journey through the Django community, and what …

Jul 27, 2026

The DjangoCon US 2026 schedule has been released!

We are beyond thrilled to unveil the DjangoCon US 2026 conference schedule! Join us in Chicago for three days of talks from Monday, August 24 through Wednesday, August 26, followed by two days of contribution sprints on Thursday, August 27 …

Jul 21, 2026

How to Prepare for Sprints as a Contributor

πŸ“£ Get your ticket and join us! Every year at DjangoCon US, we dedicate the final two days of the conference to gathering together as a community and taking part in contribution sprints. Django, along with so many other open …

Jul 21, 2026

Childcare During DjangoCon US

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 …

Jul 14, 2026

A First-Timer's Guide to Navigating America

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 …

Jul 11, 2026

Workshop Sponsorships Now Open for DjangoCon US 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 …

Jul 06, 2026

DjangoCon US 2026: Creating a Safe and Inclusive Community

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 …

Jun 19, 2026

International Travel to DjangoCon US 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, …

Jun 12, 2026

Preparing for sprints as a project leader

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 …

Jun 10, 2026

Announcing Our DjangoCon US 2026 Talks!

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 …

Jun 08, 2026