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Linux Foundation Announces Its 2026 Global Events Program

The Linux Foundation, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering innovation through open-source technologies, is set to unveil its ambitious 2026 global events program. With an estimated attendance surpassing 120,000 individuals, the program aims to highlight community collaboration and advancements in open-source AI.

A Diverse Lineup of Events

This year's initiative emphasizes the growing importance of AI, featuring several novel events dedicated to this transformative technology. Noteworthy additions include the MCP Dev Summit in both North America and Europe, Agentics Day MCP + Agents Europe, and the Cloud Native AI + Kubeflow Day Europe. Additionally, the PyTorch Conference will also have a presence in Europe, signaling a commitment to harnessing the power of AI within open source.

The Linux Foundation is broadening its reach by introducing new events across North America, Europe, and Asia. Highlights include:

• - PyTorch Day India in Bengaluru on February 7.
• - The return of KubeCon + CloudNativeCon to Mainland China along with other conferences like OpenInfra Summit China and a PyTorch Conference in China.
• - The Embedded Linux Conference at Open Source Summit events across regions in North America, Europe, and Japan.

These gatherings will delve into critical open-source topics ranging from the Linux kernel and foundational infrastructure to emerging innovations in AI, cloud-native computing, and observability.

Uniting Industry Leaders and Innovators

Jim Zemlin, the Executive Director of the Linux Foundation, underscores the urgency of collaboration in today’s AI landscape: “With AI moving from experimentation to real-world deployment, open collaboration has never been more critical.” This year’s events will serve as platforms to connect developers, maintainers, and organizations. Attendees will share their experiences and insights, which are essential for crafting the future of open-source technologies in relation to AI and beyond.

Upcoming Events in the First Half of 2026

Here’s a brief overview of the upcoming Linux Foundation events scheduled for the first half of 2026:

January

• - LF Decentralized Trust Member Summit (Jan. 28-29) in Jersey City, NJ.

February

• - PyTorch Day India (Feb. 7) in Bengaluru, India.
• - The Linux Foundation Member Summit (Feb. 24-25) in Napa, CA.

March

• - HPSF Conference (Mar. 16-20) in Chicago, IL.
• - OpenSearchCon China (Mar. 17-18) in Shanghai, China.
• - KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe (Mar. 23-26) in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
• - Several co-located events focused on agentic systems.

April

• - MCP Dev Summit North America (Apr. 2-3) in New York City, NY.
• - PyTorch Conference Europe (Apr. 7-8) in Paris, France.
• - Open Source in Finance Forum (Apr. 14) in Toronto, Canada.

May

• - Open Source Summit North America (May 18-20) in Minneapolis, MN.

June

• - OpenSearchCon India (June 15-16) in Mumbai, India.
• - KubeCon + CloudNativeCon India (June 18-19) in Mumbai, India.

Engaging with the Community

These events provide invaluable opportunities for individuals to immerse themselves in the open-source community, offering a platform to exchange ideas, knowledge, and best practices. The Linux Foundation actively encourages first-time speakers and individuals from underrepresented communities to make submissions and contribute to the discussions.

Discounts and Scholarships

Members of the Linux Foundation can enjoy a 20% discount on registration. The Foundation also provides scholarships aimed at helping individuals who might face financial barriers to attending these events. For more information, attendees can refer to the specific event websites and navigate to the scholarship sections.

Conclusion

As the world continues to evolve towards more integrated and collaborative technological solutions, the Linux Foundation's commitment to fostering innovation through community engagement is more crucial than ever. Mark your calendars! For a complete list of 2026 events, visit events.linuxfoundation.org. Together, let’s shape the future of open-source AI and technology.