The news you’ve been waiting for is finally here: registration for PyCon US 2026 is officially open!
PyCon US will take place May 13 - May 19, 2026, in Long Beach, California at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center. The core of the conference, May 15 - May 17, 2026, packs in three days' worth of our community’s best talks, amazing keynote speakers, and our famed lightning talks to close out each day—but it’s much more than that!
It’s gathering together with the members of our community to learn from, share with, and connect. It’s joining a conversation in the hallway with the creators of our open source projects. It’s taking yourself from beginner to intermediate; intermediate to advanced; or advanced to cutting edge. For some, it’s getting started with Python for the first time. We have loads of exciting plans in the works for this year, and we can’t wait to spend this special time with you!
We highly recommend staying in Long Beach rather than Los Angeles. Staying local will help you avoid LA’s notorious traffic and long commutes so you can arrive at talks, tutorials, and events on time (and with less stress!). Staying in Long Beach also gives you more opportunities to connect with the community, recharge between sessions, and fully enjoy the PyCon US experience.
PyCon US will take place May 13 - May 19, 2026, in Long Beach, California at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center. The core of the conference, May 15 - May 17, 2026, packs in three days' worth of our community’s best talks, amazing keynote speakers, and our famed lightning talks to close out each day—but it’s much more than that!
It’s gathering together with the members of our community to learn from, share with, and connect. It’s joining a conversation in the hallway with the creators of our open source projects. It’s taking yourself from beginner to intermediate; intermediate to advanced; or advanced to cutting edge. For some, it’s getting started with Python for the first time. We have loads of exciting plans in the works for this year, and we can’t wait to spend this special time with you!
How to Register
Once you have created an account on the PyCon US 2026 conference website, you can register via the registration button on your dashboard. Head over to our Registration Information page to get all the details on how to register.Early Bird Registration Rates
PyCon US is providing discounted rates for Corporate, Student, and Individual tickets for the first 30 days that registration is open. Don’t wait, register now to receive your discount!- Early Bird Corporate - $849
- Early Bird Individual - $419
- Early Bird Student - $100
Regular Registration Rates
- Corporate - $899 USD
- Individual - $469 USD
- Student - $139 USD
Hotels
PyCon US has contracted special rates with nearby hotels. When you complete your registration for PyCon US 2026, you will be able to book a hotel reservation on your dashboard through our official housing bureau, Orchid Events. Booking through Orchid helps support PyCon US and it is the only way to get the conference rates, so book now while supplies last!We highly recommend staying in Long Beach rather than Los Angeles. Staying local will help you avoid LA’s notorious traffic and long commutes so you can arrive at talks, tutorials, and events on time (and with less stress!). Staying in Long Beach also gives you more opportunities to connect with the community, recharge between sessions, and fully enjoy the PyCon US experience.
More information can be found on the Hotels page.
Note: Beware of Housing Pirates! PyCon US or Orchid Events will not be calling delegates to sell rooms. If you are contacted by an agency other than Orchid Events offering to make your hotel reservations, we urge you not to use their services. We cannot protect you against fraud if you book a reservation with an outside party.
PyCon US is introducing two dedicated Talk tracks to the schedule this year, “the Future of AI with Python” and “Trailblazing Python Security”. For more information and how to submit your proposal visit the Proposal Guidelines page.
To support a safe environment and enjoyable experience for all, PyCon US attendees are also required as always to comply with our Code of Conduct, which you can review on the PyCon US Code of Conduct page.
Watch for tutorial registration launch in March 2026. Opt-in for PyCon US News and follow us on X, Bluesky, Mastodon, and the PSF LinkedIn for the announcement.
For those interested in a paid speaking opportunity, Sponsor Presentations will take place on Thursday, May 14, 2026, and Friday, May 15, 2026. To reserve a slot for an hour-long Sponsor Presentation on the topic of your choice, please apply for Partner Level Sponsorship or higher and select the check mark next to “Sponsor Presentation.” Slots are limited and typically sell out, so please submit your request soon. Contact sponsors@python.org with any questions.
Note: Beware of Housing Pirates! PyCon US or Orchid Events will not be calling delegates to sell rooms. If you are contacted by an agency other than Orchid Events offering to make your hotel reservations, we urge you not to use their services. We cannot protect you against fraud if you book a reservation with an outside party.
Call for Proposals - Deadline December 19th!
There’s still time to submit your proposal to present a Talk, Charla, Poster, or Tutorial at PyCon US! More information on our website and on our CfP platform.PyCon US is introducing two dedicated Talk tracks to the schedule this year, “the Future of AI with Python” and “Trailblazing Python Security”. For more information and how to submit your proposal visit the Proposal Guidelines page.
Health & Safety Guidelines and Code of Conduct
PyCon US is committed to protecting the health and safety of our community. To ensure that we are gathering safely, we have implemented updated guidelines and protocols to be followed by all attendees during the event. We ask that you please review our Health & Safety guidelines prior to registration.To support a safe environment and enjoyable experience for all, PyCon US attendees are also required as always to comply with our Code of Conduct, which you can review on the PyCon US Code of Conduct page.
T-shirts & PyLadies Auction
Conference T-shirts and tickets to the PyLadies Auction have not yet been released, but will be available to add to your PyCon US 2026 registration in the coming weeks. Keep an eye out on the PyCon US 2026 website and subscribe to PyCon US News to be one of the first to know and grab yours while supplies last!Tutorials
Tutorials will be presented on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, and Thursday, May 14, 2026. We are accepting proposals for tutorials through December 19, 2025. Find more information on how to submit your proposal via our website and our CfP platform. Once our program committee has scheduled the selected tutorials, you will be able to add them to your conference registration.Watch for tutorial registration launch in March 2026. Opt-in for PyCon US News and follow us on X, Bluesky, Mastodon, and the PSF LinkedIn for the announcement.
Sponsorship and Sponsor Presentations
Sponsorship for PyCon US 2026 is open now, and you can see the details of our sponsorship options and apply directly on our Sponsorship Application page. We’re grateful to all of our sponsors who make PyCon US possible!For those interested in a paid speaking opportunity, Sponsor Presentations will take place on Thursday, May 14, 2026, and Friday, May 15, 2026. To reserve a slot for an hour-long Sponsor Presentation on the topic of your choice, please apply for Partner Level Sponsorship or higher and select the check mark next to “Sponsor Presentation.” Slots are limited and typically sell out, so please submit your request soon. Contact sponsors@python.org with any questions.
Travel Grants - Applications now Open!
Check out the Travel Grant page to learn more about the support we provide for travel, hotel, and registration to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to attend PyCon US. We actively encourage people to apply for travel grants and welcome applications from any attendees who otherwise would not be able to attend. Our goal is to support diversity and provide opportunity for attendees and attract Python developers at all experience levels from around the world. For questions about the application process, visit the Travel Grant FAQ page.Deadline to apply is February 25, 2026.
Read the details on our Startup Row page and be sure to submit your applications by January 16, 2026.
Cancellation Fees
Registration cancellations must be submitted in writing to pycon-reg@python.org and received by May 1, 2026, in order to receive a refund minus the $50 cancellation fee ($25 for students; waived for cancellation due to health reasons). No refunds will be granted for cancellations received after May 1, 2026, unless you must cancel for any health-related reasons (see more details in the Health & Safety Guidelines). In lieu of cancellation, you have the option to transfer your registration to another person. For details about transferring your registration, visit the registration page.Startup Row - Applications now open!
Startup Row is where early-stage companies show off what they’re doing with Python at PyCon US. Eligible startup stage companies are welcome to apply for a complimentary booth that will be open for attendees to visit from May 15 - 17, 2026. If you are a startup and would like the opportunity to share your projects with the community, submit your application!Read the details on our Startup Row page and be sure to submit your applications by January 16, 2026.
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