GUADEC is the largest annual gathering of GNOME users and developers, and we’re looking for locations inside of Europe for the 2026 conference.
If you are interested in submitting a bid to host GUADEC 2026 in your city, please submit your bid by end-of-day June 30, 2025 .
You can talk to the Foundation Board and previous GUADEC organizers to find out more about what is involved.
Proposals should be submitted using https://events.gnome.org/event/259/surveys/194 by June 30th.
Be prepared to include the following details in your proposal:
- Location information
- A list of local team members
- Information about local support (GNOME or open source communities, universities, government or businesses affiliated with GNOME or open source)
- Ideas about local sponsors
- Venue information
- Proposed dates
- Travel information (local airports, trains, etc.)
- Local transportation (how will attendees get around the city)
- Accommodation and dining options
- Social event options
- Group activity options
- Estimated costs and budget for hosting in this location
Deadlines
- Bid submission: 30th June 2025
Proposals from previous years are available for reference and you can talk to the Foundation Board and previous GUADEC organizers to find out more about what is involved.
If you need more time to finalize your bid please contact kprogri@gnome.org.
Organizing GUADEC is a large undertaking but local teams will have help from Foundation Staff members and Engagement Team contributors!
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Kristi at kprogri@gnome.org or the Foundation board at board@gnome.org.