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Key takeaways
- The article presents itself as a regularly updated 2026 planning guide covering 40+ Python conferences across 25+ countries and six continents.
- PyCon US is positioned as the largest Python conference in the world, while EuroPython is presented as the largest in Europe and its 2026 edition marks the event’s 25th anniversary.
- The guide emphasizes that Python conferences are highly segmented by audience, with separate flagship options for general Python, data science, scientific computing, Django/web development, and regional communities.
- The article highlights PyData London as the next major event after the page’s June 3, 2026 update, making it a near-term planning priority for data and ML professionals.
- It positions regional PyCons and free events like FOSDEM and PyOhio as the best-value options, especially for attendees with limited travel or conference budgets.
- August is described as the busiest month in the 2026 calendar, with a dense cluster of conferences across Japan, Australia, Korea, Indonesia, Poland, Kenya, and DjangoCon US.
- The article explicitly recommends using the calendar as a planning tool rather than a static list, because some dates remain unconfirmed and official schedules can still change.
- The guide differentiates conferences by use case: PyCon US for the broadest ecosystem exposure, EuroPython for the European flagship experience, PyData London for data science and ML, SciPy for scientific computing, and DjangoCon for web development specialists.
- PyCon UK is called out as a notable exception because the 2026 edition was cancelled, showing that even established conferences may disappear from a given year’s calendar.
- The article’s practical value is that it helps readers decide where to spend travel budget based on dates, location, focus area, approximate size, and who each event is best for.
When this applies
This applies when you are planning conference attendance for 2026 and need to decide which Python events are worth your time, budget, and travel. It is especially useful for Python developers, engineering leaders, data scientists, ML engineers, Django developers, researchers, and open-source contributors who want a structured calendar rather than checking dozens of conference sites one by one. It also applies when you need to choose between a flagship global event, a specialist conference, and a smaller regional option based on your role and goals.
When this does not apply
This does not apply as directly when your goal is learning Python fundamentals online, finding virtual-only training, or choosing a single framework course rather than planning conference attendance. It is also less useful if you need guaranteed final travel dates far in advance, because the article itself warns that some dates remain unconfirmed and schedules can change. And if your interest is a very narrow area outside the Python ecosystem, this guide is intentionally centered on Python and Python-adjacent communities rather than the full software-event landscape.
Checklist
- Decide whether you want a broad ecosystem conference or a specialist event.
- Check whether your focus is general Python, data science, scientific computing, Django, or regional community networking.
- Review the confirmed 2026 dates before making any travel assumptions.
- Confirm the official website before booking travel, because the guide says schedules can still change.
- If you want the biggest possible event, shortlist PyCon US first.
- If you want the biggest European event, shortlist EuroPython.
- If you work in data science or ML, review PyData London and PyData Amsterdam early.
- If you work in scientific Python, review SciPy and EuroSciPy.
- If you work in Django or web development, compare DjangoCon Europe and DjangoCon US.
- If budget matters, consider regional PyCons and free events such as FOSDEM or PyOhio.
- If you are based in Europe, compare Kraków, London, Bologna, Athens, Amsterdam, Barcelona, and other regional locations for easier travel.
- Watch August carefully if you want multiple options in one month.
- Check which events still have dates marked TBC before relying on them in your planning.
- Use the “best for” notes to match each conference to your level and goals.
- Build your final shortlist around role fit, location, budget, and timing rather than popularity alone.
Common pitfalls
- Choosing a conference by name recognition alone instead of matching it to your actual role and interests.
- Booking travel before checking the official event site for final confirmation.
- Assuming all Python conferences are generalist events when many are highly specialized.
- Ignoring regional PyCons, even though the article presents them as some of the best-value options.
- Overlooking August congestion, which can make prioritization harder if you wait too long.
- Treating the calendar as complete and fixed when the guide explicitly says some dates are still to be confirmed.
- Planning around PyCon UK in 2026, even though the article says it was cancelled for this year.
- Picking the biggest event when a smaller specialist event would give better signal for your work.
- Forgetting to compare travel cost and location convenience alongside content quality.
- Assuming one conference can cover general Python, scientific computing, data science, and Django equally well.
Complete 2026 guide
Python conferences in 2026 span the entire ecosystem — from PyCon US, the largest gathering of the year, held May 13–19 in Long Beach, California, to Europe’s flagship EuroPython, returning July 13–19 in Kraków, Poland for its 25th anniversary. Alongside these, specialist events such as PyData London and SciPy serve the data-science and scientific-computing communities, while DjangoCon US and DjangoCon Europe focus on web development. Whether you write Django web apps, ship machine-learning models, contribute to open source, or are attending your first event, there is a 2026 Python conference built for you.
This guide is a complete, regularly updated calendar of the most important Python conferences in 2026. For each event you’ll find the confirmed dates, location, focus area, approximate size, and a clear verdict on who it’s best for — so you can decide where to invest your time and travel budget. Dates are accurate as of June 2026; always confirm on the official conference website before booking, as schedules can change.
Python conferences 2026: key facts
- Events tracked: 40+ Python conferences across 25+ countries and six continents.
- Largest worldwide: PyCon US (Long Beach, May) — thousands of attendees.
- Largest in Europe: EuroPython (Kraków, July) — 1,500+ participants, 25th edition.
- Largest in Latin America: Python Brasil (Florianópolis, October).
- Busiest month: August — DjangoCon US plus PyCon Japan, Australia, Korea, Indonesia, Poland, Kenya and more.
- Best value: regional PyCons (often €100–€500) and free events like FOSDEM and PyOhio, plus widespread financial aid and travel grants.
- Next major event: PyData London, June 5–7.
- Last verified: June 2026 — this guide is updated as new dates are confirmed.
Python conferences 2026 at a glance
The must-watch Python conferences of 2026 are:
- PyCon US 2026 — May 13–19, Long Beach, California (the world’s largest Python conference).
- EuroPython 2026 — July 13–19, Kraków, Poland (Europe’s largest; 25th anniversary).
- PyData London 2026 — June 5–7, London, UK (data science and machine learning).
- SciPy 2026 — July 13–19, Minneapolis, USA (scientific and technical computing).
- DjangoCon 2026 — Europe in April (Athens) and US in August (Chicago) (Django and web development).
- PyCon Italia 2026 — May 27–30, Bologna, Italy (international, English-language).
2026 Python conference calendar (comparison table)
This is the most complete 2026 Python conference calendar we know of: nearly 40 events in chronological order, spanning six continents. Use it as a planning calendar; detailed write-ups of the major events follow.
| Conference | Dates (2026) | Location | Focus | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOSDEM (Python devroom) | Jan 31–Feb 1 | Brussels, Belgium | Open source; Python track (free) | Open-source contributors; budget attendees |
| PythonAsia (ex-PyCon APAC) | Mar 21–23 | Manila, Philippines | General Python (pan-Asia) | The broad Asia-Pacific community |
| PyCon Lithuania | Apr 8–10 | Vilnius, Lithuania | Python, data & AI | Baltic & Nordic; data/AI practitioners |
| PyCon DE & PyData | Apr 14–17 | Darmstadt, Germany | Core Python + data science | DACH region; data practitioners |
| DjangoCon Europe | Apr 15–19 | Athens, Greece | Django & web development | European Django / web developers |
| PyTexas | Apr 17–19 | Austin, TX, USA | General Python + data | Texas / US regional, all levels |
| PyDays (PyCon Austria) | Apr 19–20 | Eisenstadt, Austria | General Python | The Austrian community |
| North Bay Python | Apr 25–26 (TBC) | Petaluma, CA, USA | Single-track general Python | An intimate single-track experience |
| PyCon US | May 13–19 | Long Beach, CA, USA | General Python; new AI & Security tracks | The flagship — all levels, every topic |
| PyCon Italia | May 27–30 | Bologna, Italy | General Python (English-language) | Southern Europe; international community |
| PyData London | Jun 5–7 | London, UK | Data science, ML, analytics | Data scientists & ML engineers |
| GeoPython | Jun 8–10 | Basel, Switzerland | Python for geospatial data | GIS, geospatial & earth-science devs |
| PyCon Singapore | Jun 19–21 | Singapore | General Python | SE-Asian developers & educators |
| Python Norte | Jul 3–5 | Ananindeua, Brazil | Regional general Python | The northern-Brazil community |
| SciPy (US) | Jul 13–19 | Minneapolis, MN, USA | Scientific & technical computing | Researchers, scientists, academia |
| EuroPython | Jul 13–19 | Kraków, Poland | General Python (Europe’s largest) | European & intl. community; all topics |
| EuroSciPy | Jul 18–23 | Kraków, Poland | Scientific Python (Europe) | European scientific-computing community |
| PyCon Armenia | Jul 24–25 | Yerevan, Armenia | General Python | The Caucasus-region community |
| PyOhio | Jul 25–26 | Cleveland, OH, USA | General Python (free) | Students, hobbyists & pros |
| PyCon Indonesia | Aug 8–9 | Jakarta, Indonesia | General Python | The Indonesian community |
| PyCon Korea | Aug 15–17 | Seoul, South Korea | General Python | The Korean community |
| PyCon Ghana | Aug 20–22 | Accra, Ghana | General Python | The West-African community |
| PyCon Costa Rica | Aug 20–23 | Turrialba, Costa Rica | General Python | The Central-American community |
| PyCon JP | Aug 21–23 | Hiroshima, Japan | General Python | The Japanese & East-Asian community |
| DjangoCon US | Aug 24–28 | Chicago, IL, USA | Django & web development | North American Django / web developers |
| PyCon AU | Aug 26–30 | Brisbane, Australia | General Python | The Australian / Oceania community |
| PyCon Poland | Aug 27–30 | Gliwice, Poland | General Python | The Polish community |
| PyCon Kenya | Aug 28–29 | Nairobi, Kenya | General Python | The East-African community |
| PyCon Togo | Aug 28–30 | Lomé, Togo | General Python | Francophone West Africa |
| PyData Amsterdam | Sep 10–11 | Amsterdam, Netherlands | Data science, ML | Benelux data scientists |
| PyCon Cameroon | Sep 17–19 | Yaoundé, Cameroon | General Python | Central-African Francophone community |
| Plone Conference | Sep 21–27 | Maastricht, Netherlands | Plone / Python CMS & web | Python web & CMS developers |
| PyCon Estonia | Oct 8–9 | Tallinn, Estonia | ML, data science & AI | Nordic AI/ML-leaning Pythonistas |
| PyCon Greece | Oct 12–13 | Athens, Greece | General Python | The Greek & SE-European community |
| Python Brasil | Oct 14–19 | Florianópolis, Brazil | General Python (LATAM’s largest) | The Brazilian & Latin-American community |
| PyTorch Conference | Oct 20–21 | San Jose, CA, USA | Deep learning / AI / PyTorch | ML & AI engineers and researchers |
| PyCon Switzerland | Oct 22–23 | Rapperswil, Switzerland | General Python + data science | Swiss developers & data scientists |
| PyCon España | Nov 6–8 | Barcelona, Spain | General Python | The Spanish-speaking community |
| PyData Global | Dec 8–10 (online) | Virtual | Data science, ML | Remote / global data community |
Dates and venues are drawn from official conference sources and verified as of June 2026. “TBC” = to be confirmed. Always check the official site before booking travel.
Dates still to be confirmed: a few significant events had not published 2026 dates at the time of writing — PyCon India (historically Sep–Oct), PyCascades (Vancouver, early 2026), PyBay (San Francisco, ~October), PyCon Sweden, PyCon Ireland, PyCon Taiwan (Taipei), PyData Paris, and PyCon Israel. We add each to the table above as soon as its date is official.
One notable change: PyCon UK has been cancelled for 2026 — the organisers confirmed there will be no edition this year — so it does not appear above. PyCon UK is expected to return in a future year.
Still to come in 2026 (from June onward): PyData London (Jun 5–7) · GeoPython, Basel (Jun 8–10) · PyCon Singapore (Jun 19–21) · SciPy, Minneapolis & EuroPython, Kraków (both Jul 13–19) · EuroSciPy, Kraków (Jul 18–23) · a busy August of regional PyCons — Japan, Australia, Korea, Indonesia, Poland, Kenya — plus DjangoCon US, Chicago (Aug 24–28) · PyData Amsterdam (Sep 10–11) · Python Brasil, Florianópolis (Oct 14–19) · the PyTorch Conference, San Jose (Oct 20–21) · PyCon España, Barcelona (Nov 6–8) · and PyData Global online (Dec 8–10).
The best Python conferences in 2026, in detail
PyCon US 2026
PyCon US 2026 is the largest and longest-running Python conference in the world, produced by the non-profit Python Software Foundation. It takes place May 13–19, 2026, at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center in Long Beach, California — the first time the event has been held on the U.S. West Coast since 2017. The week opens with tutorials and summits, followed by three days of main-conference talks and keynotes (May 15–17) and developer sprints to close. A notable addition for 2026 is two dedicated tracks: one on the future of AI with Python and one on Python security, reflecting where the language is heading.
Best for: anyone who wants the definitive Python experience — all levels, every topic, and unmatched networking, hiring, and open-source opportunities. us.pycon.org/2026
EuroPython 2026
EuroPython is the largest Python conference in Europe and the continent’s longest-running community-driven event. The 2026 edition — its 25th anniversary — moves to the ICE Kraków Congress Centre in Kraków, Poland, after three years in Prague, and runs July 13–19, 2026. Organisers expect more than 1,500 participants and over 100 speakers across a week of talks, tutorials, and sprints spanning web development, data, AI/ML, DevOps, and core Python. EuroSciPy, the scientific-Python community’s European gathering, is co-located in Kraków the following week, with shared sprints.
Best for: the European and international community who want broad, high-quality programming and a famously strong hallway track. ep2026.europython.eu
PyData London 2026
PyData London is one of the most respected data-science conferences in Europe, organised within the global PyData network (a NumFOCUS project). The 2026 event runs June 5–7 at Convene Sancroft, near St. Paul’s in London, with a tutorial day followed by two days of talks and keynotes. Expect roughly 1,000 data scientists, data engineers, and tool builders, and deep coverage of machine learning, analytics, and visualisation — plus the libraries (pandas, NumPy, PyTorch, Polars and more) that power them.
Best for: data scientists and ML engineers who want practitioner-level depth and a tight, high-signal community. pydata.org/london2026
SciPy 2026 — Scientific Computing with Python
SciPy is the annual conference for scientific and technical computing in Python. The 25th edition is hosted at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, July 13–19, 2026, with two tutorial days, three days of talks (July 15–17), and two days of developer sprints. It draws researchers, engineers, and scientists from academia, industry, and government, with mini-symposia on domains such as astronomy, biology, geoscience, and machine learning.
Best for: researchers and scientists working with the NumPy/SciPy stack who want to go deep on scientific applications and contribute upstream. scipy2026.scipy.org
DjangoCon Europe & DjangoCon US 2026
For web developers, the two DjangoCon events are the highlights of the year. DjangoCon Europe 2026 — the 18th edition — was held April 15–19 at the Athens Conservatoire in Athens, Greece, with three days of talks and two days of sprints. DjangoCon US 2026 follows August 24–28 at the voco Chicago Downtown in Chicago, Illinois, with talks August 24–26 and sprints on the 27th–28th. Both are community-run under the Django Software Foundation and cover the framework, web-development practice, performance, and increasingly, AI-assisted development.
Best for: Django and Python web developers, from agencies to product teams. 2026.djangocon.eu · 2026.djangocon.us
PyTorch Conference 2026
Not every major Python event carries a “PyCon” name. The PyTorch Conference, run by the PyTorch Foundation under the Linux Foundation, has become one of the largest gatherings for applied AI and deep learning in the Python ecosystem. The 2026 North American edition takes place October 20–21 at the San Jose Convention Center in California, drawing thousands of machine-learning engineers, researchers, and infrastructure teams; a separate PyTorch Conference Europe is also planned. Expect deep technical content on model training, inference, GPUs, and the fast-moving open-source AI stack.
Best for: ML and AI engineers, researchers, and platform teams building on PyTorch and the modern AI stack. events.linuxfoundation.org
Python across Asia-Pacific: PyCon JP, PyCon AU, PythonAsia and more
Asia-Pacific has one of the densest 2026 calendars. PythonAsia (March 21–23, Manila) is the rebranded successor to PyCon APAC, now run with the Python Asia Organization as a pan-regional event. Later in the year a cluster of national conferences lands in quick succession: PyCon Indonesia (August 8–9, Jakarta), PyCon Korea (August 15–17, Seoul), PyCon JP (August 21–23, Hiroshima), and PyCon Australia (August 26–30, Brisbane), with PyCon Singapore earlier on June 19–21. PyCon India, historically the region’s largest, is expected in September or October with dates to be confirmed.
Best for: developers anywhere in Asia-Pacific — and a strong reason to pair a conference with travel. 2026.pythonasia.org · 2026.pycon.jp · 2026.pycon.org.au
Python Brasil and Latin America
Latin America’s flagship is Python Brasil, which its organisers describe as the largest Python conference in Latin America; the 2026 edition runs October 14–19 in Florianópolis, delivered in Portuguese with a livestream, after drawing more than 750 attendees in 2025. It is complemented by regional events such as Python Norte (July 3–5, Ananindeua) in northern Brazil and PyCon Costa Rica (August 20–23, Turrialba) in Central America.
Best for: the Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking communities, and anyone drawn to a warm, fast-growing conference scene. 2026.pythonbrasil.org.br
FOSDEM, GeoPython and Europe’s wider circuit
Europe’s calendar runs well beyond EuroPython. FOSDEM (January 31–February 1, Brussels) is the continent’s huge, free open-source gathering, with a dedicated Python devroom and talks streamed online. PyCon Lithuania (April 8–10, Vilnius) bills itself as the biggest Python and PyData event in the Baltic and Nordic regions, with themed Python, Data, and AI days. For specialists, GeoPython (June 8–10, Basel) covers geospatial Python, PyData Amsterdam (September 10–11) serves the Benelux data community, PyCon Estonia (October 8–9, Tallinn) leans into AI and machine learning, and the Plone Conference (September 21–27, Maastricht) gathers the Python web and CMS world. National PyCons in Italy, Germany, Greece, Austria, Poland, Switzerland, and Spain round out the year.
Best for: European developers who want a national or specialist event close to home. fosdem.org/2026 · pycon.lt/2026
What’s new for Python conferences in 2026
A few shifts make 2026 stand out, and they double as the story behind this year’s calendar:
- AI gets its own stage. PyCon US 2026 introduces a dedicated “Future of AI with Python” track, alongside a new Python security track — a sign of how central AI and ML have become to the language’s flagship event.
- EuroPython turns 25 — and moves. After three years in Prague, Europe’s largest Python conference celebrates its 25th edition in Kraków, with the scientific-Python community (EuroSciPy) co-locating in the same city the following week.
- Python and data science keep converging. Germany’s PyCon DE and PyData run as a single joint conference in Darmstadt, mirroring a wider blend of core-language and data-science programming across the calendar.
- The West Coast returns. PyCon US is in California for the first time since 2013, and on the U.S. West Coast for the first time since 2017.
- A genuinely global calendar. 2026 has confirmed PyCons on six continents — from Vilnius, Hiroshima, and Brisbane to Nairobi, Manila, and Florianópolis — and PythonAsia replaces the old PyCon APAC as the region’s pan-Asian gathering.
- AI events grow beyond “PyCon.” The PyTorch Conference (San Jose, October) has become one of the biggest applied-AI gatherings in the Python world, with a European edition now planned too.
- Even established events can pause. PyCon UK has no 2026 edition — a reminder to confirm dates on the official site rather than assume a conference runs every year.
How to choose the right Python conference in 2026
The best conference for you depends on your goal:
- If you build web applications: prioritise DjangoCon Europe or DjangoCon US.
- If you work in data science, ML, or AI: choose PyData London or PyData Amsterdam, SciPy, or PyCon DE & PyData — and for applied AI specifically, the PyTorch Conference. Note PyCon US 2026’s new AI track too.
- If you do scientific or research computing: SciPy and EuroSciPy are purpose-built for you.
- If you want the broadest experience or are new to Python: PyCon US and EuroPython offer something for every level, with beginner days and tutorials.
- If budget or travel is a constraint: a regional PyCon close to home delivers most of the value at a fraction of the cost, and many events offer financial aid and travel grants.
Python conferences by region
Prefer to plan by geography? Here is the 2026 calendar grouped by region:
- North America: PyCon US (Long Beach, May), SciPy (Minneapolis, July), DjangoCon US (Chicago, August), the PyTorch Conference (San Jose, October), PyTexas (Austin, April), PyOhio (Cleveland, July), North Bay Python (Petaluma, April), PyCascades (Vancouver, early 2026), and PyBay (San Francisco, around October).
- Europe: EuroPython and EuroSciPy (Kraków, July), PyCon Italia (Bologna, May), PyData London (June) and PyData Amsterdam (September), DjangoCon Europe (Athens, April), PyCon DE & PyData (Darmstadt, April), PyCon Lithuania (Vilnius, April), GeoPython (Basel, June), FOSDEM (Brussels, January–February), the Plone Conference (Maastricht, September), PyCon Estonia (Tallinn, October), PyCon Greece (Athens, October), and the national PyCons of Austria, Poland, Switzerland, and Spain.
- Asia-Pacific: PythonAsia (Manila, March), PyCon Singapore (June), PyCon Indonesia (Jakarta, August), PyCon Korea (Seoul, August), PyCon JP (Hiroshima, August), PyCon Australia (Brisbane, August), PyCon Taiwan (Taipei, TBC), and PyCon India (September–October, TBC).
- Latin America: Python Brasil (Florianópolis, October), Python Norte (Ananindeua, July), and PyCon Costa Rica (Turrialba, August).
- Africa: PyCon Africa (Kampala, October), PyCon Kenya (Nairobi, August), PyCon Ghana (Accra, August), PyCon Togo (Lomé, August), and PyCon Cameroon (Yaoundé, September).
- Middle East & Caucasus: PyCon Armenia (Yerevan, July), with PyCon Israel expected later in the year.
- Virtual & global: FOSDEM and EuroPython stream many talks, while PyData Global (December) is fully online and open to attendees worldwide.
How to get the most out of a Python conference
- Plan your talks in advance, but leave room for the hallway track — the unplanned conversations are often the most valuable part of the event.
- Stay for the sprints. Many conferences end with one or two sprint days where you can contribute to open-source projects alongside their maintainers.
- Attend a tutorial. Hands-on, multi-hour sessions are the fastest way to learn a new library or technique.
- Use the job fair and Open Spaces. PyCon US and others run dedicated hiring and community-led discussion sessions.
- Submit a lightning talk. A five-minute talk is a low-pressure way to share something and raise your profile.
How much do Python conferences cost in 2026?
Ticket prices vary widely by event and tier. Community-run conferences such as PyCon Italia or regional PyCons typically range from roughly €100 to €500, while the largest events like PyCon US and EuroPython use tiered pricing — discounted student and individual rates alongside higher corporate tickets. Most non-profit conferences also run financial-aid and travel-grant programmes to keep attendance accessible, and many offer cheaper online or remote passes. Always check the official registration page for current 2026 pricing, early-bird windows, and grant deadlines.
Final thoughts
2026 is a strong year for the Python community, with marquee events on six continents and specialist conferences for every discipline. If you can attend only one, PyCon US or EuroPython will give you the broadest experience; if you’re focused on data, AI, or the web, the specialist events deliver more depth. Whichever you choose, the real value lies less in the talks — most are recorded — and more in the people you meet and the projects you contribute to.
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How we built this guide (methodology and sources)
Every one of the 40+ events in this guide has its date, venue, and focus verified against the official conference website, then cross-checked against the Python Software Foundation’s event listings on python.org/events and the community-maintained pythondeadlin.es. We review the guide monthly and whenever organisers announce changes, and we mark any unannounced dates as “to be confirmed” rather than estimating them. If you spot an error or a conference we’ve missed, let us know and we’ll update it — this is a living resource maintained by Uvik Software.
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Frequently asked questions
When is PyCon US 2026?
PyCon US 2026 takes place May 13–19, 2026, at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center in Long Beach, California. The main conference talks run May 15–17, with tutorials and sprints on the surrounding days.
What is the largest Python conference?
PyCon US is the largest and longest-running Python conference in the world, drawing thousands of attendees. EuroPython is the largest Python conference in Europe.
Which Python conference is best for data science and AI?
For data science, machine learning, and AI, the strongest events are PyData London (June 5–7) and SciPy (July 13–19, Minneapolis). PyCon US 2026 also added a dedicated AI track.
Which Python conference is best for Django and web development?
DjangoCon Europe (April 15–19, Athens) and DjangoCon US (August 24–28, Chicago) are the leading conferences for Django and Python web development.
Are there virtual or online Python conferences in 2026?
Yes. PyData Global is held online in December 2026, and several in-person conferences such as EuroPython offer remote tickets or streaming.
How much do Python conferences cost in 2026?
Community-run conferences typically range from about €100 to €500, while the largest events use tiered pricing with discounted student and individual rates and higher corporate tickets. Most non-profit conferences also offer financial aid and travel grants.
Which Python conference is best for beginners?
PyCon US and EuroPython are very beginner-friendly, with tutorials and beginner days, as are most regional PyCons. You do not need to be an expert to attend.
Do I need to give a talk to attend a Python conference?
No. The vast majority of attendees do not present. Submitting a talk through a call for proposals is entirely optional.
What is the difference between PyCon US and EuroPython?
PyCon US is the global flagship Python conference, held in May 2026 in Long Beach, California. EuroPython is the largest Python conference in Europe, held in July 2026 in Kraków, Poland. Both cover the full breadth of the language.
Are Python conferences worth attending in 2026?
Yes, for most developers. While talks are usually recorded, the real value is in networking, hiring, learning from tutorials, and contributing to open source during the sprint days.
How many Python conferences are there in 2026?
There are more than 40 notable Python conferences in 2026 across six continents — from the global flagship PyCon US to national PyCons in Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa, plus specialist data-science, scientific-computing, web, and AI events such as PyData, SciPy, DjangoCon, and the PyTorch Conference.
When is EuroPython 2026?
EuroPython 2026 runs July 13–19, 2026, at the ICE Kraków Congress Centre in Kraków, Poland. It is the 25th-anniversary edition and the largest Python conference in Europe, with more than 1,500 participants expected.
Is PyCon UK happening in 2026?
No. PyCon UK has been cancelled for 2026, and the organisers confirmed there will be no edition this year. It is expected to return in a future year; in the meantime, UK-based developers often attend EuroPython, PyData London, or DjangoCon Europe.
What is the largest Python conference in Latin America?
Python Brasil is the largest Python conference in Latin America. The 2026 edition runs October 14–19 in Florianópolis, Brazil, is delivered in Portuguese, and offers a livestream; it drew more than 750 attendees in 2025.
Which Python conferences focus on AI and machine learning?
For AI and machine learning, the strongest 2026 options are the PyData conferences (London in June, Amsterdam in September), SciPy (Minneapolis, July), and the PyTorch Conference (San Jose, October). PyCon US 2026 also added a dedicated AI track, and PyCon Lithuania and PyCon Estonia both run AI-focused days.
What is the difference between PyCon and PyData?
PyCon events are general-purpose Python conferences run by national Python communities and the Python Software Foundation, covering the whole language. PyData events, organised through NumFOCUS, focus specifically on data science, machine learning, and the analytical Python stack such as pandas, NumPy, and PyTorch.
When is PyCon India 2026?
PyCon India 2026 dates had not been officially announced at the time of writing. The conference is historically held in September or October, and the 2025 edition took place in Bengaluru in September. Check in.pycon.org for the confirmed 2026 dates.
Are Python conference talks recorded and available online?
Usually, yes. Most major Python conferences — including PyCon US, EuroPython, DjangoCon, and PyData — publish session recordings, often free on YouTube within a few weeks. Because the talks are available afterwards, the unique value of attending in person is the networking, hallway track, and sprints.
What Python conferences are happening in Europe in 2026?
Europe has the densest 2026 calendar, including EuroPython (Kraków), PyData London and PyData Amsterdam, DjangoCon Europe (Athens), PyCon Italia (Bologna), PyCon DE & PyData (Darmstadt), PyCon Lithuania (Vilnius), GeoPython (Basel), FOSDEM (Brussels), and national PyCons in Greece, Estonia, Austria, Poland, Switzerland, and Spain.
