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Plone Conference 2026

The Global Gathering for the Plone Community

Learn. Connect. Advance.

Join developers, integrators, decision-makers, and open-source leaders from around the world for a full week dedicated to Plone — in the heart of Europe.

What is the Plone Conference?

The Plone Conference is a week-long international event dedicated to Plone, open-source collaboration, and real-world digital platforms. Each year, the global Plone community meets to learn from each other, share experiences, and shape what comes next.

Learn

Explore Plone and Volto through technical talks, real-world case studies, and hands-on sessions. Learn about architecture, frontend and backend development, accessibility, security, and long-term platform operation — directly from people building and running Plone in production.

Connect

Connect with 100+ developers, service providers, decision-makers, and contributors from around the world. Share experiences, discuss challenges, and build relationships that continue long after the conference.

Advance

Whether you are improving an existing platform or planning what comes next, the Plone Conference helps you make better decisions. Take ideas back to your organization, influence the roadmap, and contribute to a sustainable open-source ecosystem- at little to no additional cost to your organization.

Who should attend?

The Plone Conference brings together everyone involved in building, delivering, and running sustainable digital platforms with Plone.

From hands-on practitioners to strategic decision-makers, PloneConf 2026 is designed for people who care about long-term, secure, and accessible solutions.

Developers

Build, learn, and shape the future of Plone

For frontend and backend developers working with Plone and Volto. Dive into technical talks, hands-on trainings, and collaborative sprints, and exchange ideas directly with core contributors and experienced practitioners from around the world.

Business Owners

Turn open source into sustainable platforms

For agency owners, product leaders, and decision-makers responsible for long-term digital solutions. Learn how organizations successfully build, govern, and scale Plone-based platforms while meeting requirements around security, accessibility, and sustainability.

Service Providers

Deliver reliable, high-quality Plone solutions

For system integrators, consultants, hosting providers, and digital agencies delivering Plone in production. Gain insights into best practices for architecture, operations, compliance, and customer delivery — based on real-world Plone projects.

Potential Customers

See how Plone works in real life

For organizations evaluating or already using Plone, including public institutions, universities, NGOs, and enterprises. Learn from concrete case studies, understand what Plone enables in practice, and connect with trusted service providers and the wider community.

Agenda at a glance

Three days of talks, exchange, and community — designed for both technical depth and strategic insight.

Each day has a clear focus, so you can plan your conference experience at a glance.

Monday & Tuesday — Trainings

Hands-on learning with Plone experts

  • In-depth, practical trainings

  • Plone and Volto development

  • Accessibility, security, and best practices

  • Small groups, focused learning

  • Led by experienced trainers from the Plone community

Best for: Developers, technical teams, organizations onboarding Plone

Wednesday — Developer Day

Deep technical focus

Core Plone and Volto talks

  • Frontend and backend development

  • Architecture, security, and performance

  • Accessibility and real-world implementation insights

  • Community-driven technical sessions

Best for: Developers, technical architects, contributors

Timeline

9:00 Lightning Talks

10:00 Keynote

10:30-lunch talks

lunch-15:30 talks

15:30 keynote

16:00 lightning talks

Thursday — Developer Day & Community

Build, share, and connect

  • Advanced developer sessions and case studies

  • Community talks and experience reports

  • Open discussions and knowledge sharing

  • Cross-team exchange and collaboration

🎉 Plone Party (Evening)

Celebrate the community with an informal social event — a perfect opportunity to connect, unwind, and continue conversations beyond the talks.

Best for: Developers, contributors, community members

Timeline

9:00 Lightning Talks

10:00 Keynote

10:30-lunch talks

lunch-15:30 talks

15:30 keynote

16:00 lightning talks

Friday — Business Track

Strategy, sustainability, and real-world impact

  • Plone in organizations and large-scale deployments

  • Governance, security, and accessibility compliance

  • Open-source sustainability and business models

  • Decision-making insights and customer perspectives

Best for: Business owners, decision-makers, service providers, customers

Timeline

9:00 Lightning Talks

10:00 Keynote

10:30-lunch talks

lunch-15:30 talks

15:30 keynote

16:00 lightning talks

Saturday & Sunday — Sprints

Contribute, collaborate, and shape the future

  • Work directly on Plone core, Volto, add-ons, and documentation

  • Open to newcomers and experienced contributors alike

  • Help improve Plone and its ecosystem

  • Learn by doing, together with the community

Best for: Developers, contributors, documentation writers, designers

Pricing

Early Bird

Discounted rate for early registrations

(limited availability)

Full Conference Pass

€ — (coming soon)

Access to all conference days

Day Ticket

€ — (coming soon)

Access to a single conference day

Online Ticket

€ — (coming soon)

Remote access to selected sessions

Sponsors and Organizers

Testimonials

“The Plone Conference combines deep technical knowledge with a strong sense of community. You always leave with practical insights and new connections.”

— Plone Conference attendee

Resources

Convince your boss — Arguments and materials to support your attendance

Invitation letter — For visa and travel purposes

Highlights from previous editions — Selected talks and sessions from past Plone Conferences

Contact

Have questions about Plone Conference 2026 or need assistance?

We’re here to help:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Organized by: The Plone Foundation and the Maastricht local organizing team: Syslab and Quaive

For on-site questions once the conference is underway, we will share direct contact points in the venue and in the mobile schedule.

✈️ Travel

How to Get to Maastricht

Maastricht is very well connected from across Europe:

By Train: Frequent direct trains from major Dutch cities (e.g., Amsterdam, Utrecht, Eindhoven) make Maastricht easy to reach by rail. The journey from Amsterdam takes around 2½ hours by Intercity train. 

By Air: Maastricht Aachen Airport and nearby international airports (e.g., Brussels, Eindhoven, Düsseldorf) provide easy access via short trains, buses, or taxis.

By Car: Maastricht lies near the A2/E25 motorway, with clear signs from major Dutch cities and neighboring countries.

Detailed rail, air, and road directions will be added as the event approaches.

10% Travel Reduction

Through our partnership with Maastricht Convention Bureau, conference participants may be eligible for a 10% travel reduction when booking select services — including rail and local transit options.

For more details and booking support, please contact the Maastricht Convention Bureau:

📧 [email protected]

📞 +31 (0)43 763 47 30  

Accommodation

Maastricht offers a wide range of hotels and guesthouses suited to every budget — from central boutique hotels to business-friendly chains. Many options are within comfortable walking distance of both the main train station and the conference venue, including hotels with bike rental services right on site or nearby.  


Make the Most of Your Visit

  • City on Foot: Maastricht’s historic centre is compact and great to explore on foot — from medieval gates to modern terraces.  

  • Cultural Highlights: Don’t miss the Basilica of Saint Servatius, the Vrijthof square, and ancient city walls.  

  • Three-Country Region: With Belgium and Germany just a short distance away, Maastricht is a perfect base for extended travel.  

  • Dining: Enjoy Dutch, Belgian, and international cuisine — Maastricht has a lively culinary scene.


We will publish a fuller “Travel Tips” page with recommended itineraries, apps, local transit info, and safety guidance as we approach the event.

Travel Tips


Make the Most of Your Visit

  • City on Foot: Maastricht’s historic centre is compact and great to explore on foot — from medieval gates to modern terraces.  

  • Cultural Highlights: Don’t miss the Basilica of Saint Servatius, the Vrijthof square, and ancient city walls.  

  • Three-Country Region: With Belgium and Germany just a short distance away, Maastricht is a perfect base for extended travel.  

  • Dining: Enjoy Dutch, Belgian, and international cuisine — Maastricht has a lively culinary scene.


We will publish a fuller “Travel Tips” page with recommended itineraries, apps, local transit info, and safety guidance as we approach the event.

How to Rent a Bike

Cycling is a quintessential Dutch experience, and Maastricht is very bike-friendly with dedicated paths, rental shops, and smooth routes along the Meuse River and into the surrounding countryside.  

You can rent bicycles from local providers, including options for:

  • Traditional city bikes

  • Electric bikes

  • Touring or road bikes for longer excursions

Popular rental options include local shops that deliver bikes to your hotel or venue, and standard OV-fiets rentalsavailable at select train stations.