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WordCamp Asia 2020 cancelled due to COVID-19

Posted by on February 11, 2020 with 1 reply

Due to concerns over COVID-19, WordCamp Asia was cancelled today. As Matt Mullenweg shared in the announcement,

The excitement and anticipation around this event have been huge, but there are too many unknowns around the health issues unfolding right now in the region to explicitly encourage a large public gathering bringing together over 1,300 people from around the world.

…I greatly appreciate the work everyone — from organizers to attendees, speakers to sponsors — put into making this a big success. So many people have come together to create an event to inspire and connect WordPressers, and I am confident that this passion will carry through into the event next year. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the virus so far, and we sincerely hope that everything is resolved quickly so that this precaution looks unnecessary in hindsight.

More details from the WordCamp Asia organizing team are available, including how to request a ticket refund. Many thanks to the organizers, sponsors, speakers, and volunteers for all their hard work to date — hopes are high that we will all be together at WordCamp Asia in 2021!

 

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WordCamp Centroamérica is looking for speakers and sponsors!

Posted by on February 7, 2020 with Comments are off for this post
WordCamp Centroamerica 2020

Call for speakers and sponsors for WordCamp Centroamerica 2020

WordCamp Centroamérica, the first WordPress regional WordCamp in the Central American area, is scheduled for September 17-19, 2020.

Around 800 developers, designers, content generators, marketing specialists, users and WordPress experts from around the world will meet in Managua, Nicaragua for this groundbreaking event. Be part of the history of WordPress by giving a talk or workshop at the very first WordCamp Centroamérica 2020.

As in every Camp, having the help of generous sponsors is key to making ticket cost as low as possible for every attendee across different purchasing power capabilities.

Sponsorship packages for WCCA2020 are limited and will be granted on a first come first served basis. Please apply as soon as possible.

Follow our official social media channels for updates, notifications and new announcements.

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WordCamp Chicago set for May 2020

Posted by on January 6, 2020 with 5 replies

Save The Date: One of the midwest’s largest, independently organized WordPress gatherings in May 2020.  

CHICAGO:  May 2 – 3, 2020, the WordPress community will converge at the UIC Dorin Forum for WordCamp Chicago 2020, one of the largest locally-organized WordCamps in the United States. 

Taking place on the campus of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) in the Isadore and Sadie Dorin Forum, this camp will build upon the tradition of high-quality WordPress speakers from across a variety of cutting-edge topics with plenty of networking opportunities, WordPress help, and unofficial “hallway” tracks.   

“WordCamp Chicago 2020 is going to be a great experience for attendees at almost any level,” said Becky Davis, the camp’s lead organizer and the organizer of the Chicago Northside WordPress Community Meetup. “This year, the volunteer organizing team is a collaboration among the Chicago area WordPress and web meetups and this allows us to combine our event organizing experience to help us put on a great two-day event that only costs $50 to attend.”   

Located just minutes from downtown Chicago, the UIC Dorin Forum where WordCamp Chicago will take place is located at the intersection of Roosevelt Rd and Halsted St in the city’s vibrant Near West Side. 

You could say it’s sandwiched (pun intended) between two iconic and popular foodie neighborhoods, including Tayor Street’s “Little Italy” for a classic Chicago beef sandwich, Halsted’s Greek Town for a gyro sandwich – which was introduced to the U.S. in Chicago.  But food is not the only reason to visit Chicago this spring, the local WordPress scene continues to expand and Chicago is one of the easiest and most affordable “big city” destinations to reach with two international airports, Amtrak’s rail hub and local commuter transportation in and out of the city. Plus plenty of nearby onsite parking lots for those who prefer to drive and park for the day.    

“We welcome everyone to WordCamp Chicago as it’s something you don’t want to miss,” said Davis. “Join us in May, visit with the local Chicago WordPress community and experience all Chicago has to offer while you’re here.”  

While Chicago definitely has its own deep bench of WordPress and web experts, in January a global call for speakers will go out to select from some of the most interesting and useful topics for users and contributors today.  

“We’re looking for a diverse set of speaker applications from a variety of areas such as business development, blogging, user-experience design, programming and more to fill two or more speaker tracks,” said Keanan Koppenhaver a volunteer organizer and lead of the 2020 speaker lineup.  “In the end, I’m sure we will end up with distinguished lineup speakers from both local and outside the Chicago area that will create a variety of interesting WordPress topics that you won’t want to miss.”   

A hotel block will be announced in 2020 after a contract is finalized.   

Get Involved with WordCamp Chicago!

The following is a tentative timeline for the calls for sponsors, speakers, and ticket on-sale timeline:  

  • Call for Sponsors: NOW – Space is limited, so contact us today to reserve your sponsorship.
  • Call for Speakers:  January 1, 2020
  • Ticket on sale: February 1, 2020
  • Call for Volunteers: March 15, 2020

Follow the event’s official social media channels for timeline updates, notifications and new announcements.  Tickets for WordCamp Chicago will sell out quickly, don’t delay! 

Facebook: https://facebook.com/wordcampchicago

Twitter  https://twitter.com/wordcampchicago

Email: https://2020.chicago.wordcamp.org/

 

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WordCamp Taipei 2019 is coming on December 28!

Posted by on November 7, 2019 with 1 reply

The second WordCamp in Taiwan is happening at GIS NTU Convention Center on Dec. 28, 2019. We anticipate having 500 attendees this year. 160 tickets were sold under 24 hours and we have released another batch of tickets. Get your tickets now before they’re gone!

WordCamp Taipei 2019 is all about the community. We have planned several conference games and events to help to break the ice and encourage networking.

With a standard ticket (NT$450/US$14.72), you will receive:

  • the one-day conference event pass
  • participate in all events during the day
  • exclusive swags – stickers, post-it, cup sleeve, and so much more!
  • healthy lunch box
  • snacks and drinks
  • after party pass
Taiwan EasyCard Sticker
After party will be held in a nearby venue where you could see Taipei 101. Come join us and relax, connect with new people, catch up with friends, have fun and fill your stomach!

Still looking for a reason to join WCTPE?

  • Visit schedules and speakers pages to plan your day
  • Read travel guide to plan ahead with the hotel accommodation
  • Stay for the New Year! Tallest building Taipei 101 is well known for extraordinary fireworks and light show.
  • You won’t be hungry at nights. We have night markets in every city and convenient stores almost on every street.
  • Do you work remotely? Most of the coffee shops have Wifi and friendly working zone.
  • Taiwan is a small island, but we have big hearts!

Please note, tickets are non-refundable! If you are still unsure about the trip to Taipei, Taiwan and would like to reserve a ticket, please contact us!

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 WordCamp Auckland returns 2-3 November

Posted by on October 23, 2019 with Comments are off for this post

WordCamp Auckland 2019 is happening at the GridAKL John Lysaght Building in the heart of New Zealand’s Auckland City on 2 – 3 November. WordCamp Auckland has two days of speakers with an intimately small capacity, making it a relaxed and close-up WordCamp.

We only have space for 80 tickets. Click here to get your ticket.

Something truly unique

There is something unique to WordCamp Auckland, that is a traditional Māori hāngī meal prepared deep in an earth oven from West Auckland and brought to our venue for lunch on Saturday, so attendees will get to experience something truly unique.

New Zealand will be in full hype mode with the Rugby World Cup final playing that weekend, so the venue and after party are situation in Victoria Park Market, just a 10 minute walk for attendees to take part in all the action Auckland City nightlife will put on.

Our speakers and attendees come from all across New Zealand and even the New Zealand’s West most island of Australia. Bringing with them a range of world views, topics and experience to share with all of us at WordCamp Auckland.

After party @ Tom Toms Victoria Park Market

Tom-Tom’s rooftop restaurant may be familiar to attendees from WCAKL17, but being nice and close to the WordCamp, means those who can make it – can spend a few hours leisurely seeing Auckland downtown after Day one and rejoin us for food, drinks and conversations.

Topics and talks

Our topics this year range from Becoming an Open Source contributor, Block editors and Hosting with a couple of panel discussions thrown in for good measure. View the full schedule here.

Our day two schedule is designed to be a little more relaxed, and allow an early close to allow everyone to enjoy their Sunday afternoon.

Nomnoms or eats

We’ve already mentioned a traditional Mãori hāngī will be Saturday’s lunch, but Sunday will be catered by local Italian Pizzeria Toto’s, who serve pizza by the metre – homemade baked eats will keep us nourished during the morning and afternoon tea breaks, supplied by Hearts Content in Coatesville.

We’re only missing you…

Can’t make it? Share the word

If you know anyone interested in WordPress, who might be interested – please share this post with them, we’d love to share #WCAKL19 with as many people as we can, we think it’s truly a special event.

Contact us

Let the organising team know if you have any questions by emailing auckland@wordcamp.org.

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WordCamp Long Beach is Happening This Weekend!

Posted by on October 3, 2019 with 1 reply

WordCamp Long Beach is Here!

Our Long Beach and Los Angeles WordPress communities invite you to celebrate WordPress: the port to the wider internet. Our two-day conference will be held at The Pointe Conference Center at Walter Pyramid on October 5 and 6, 2019.

Long Beach is a vibrant, eclectic city known for its Art Deco landmarks, international port and breezy coast. Our event will be as diverse and as colorful as we are. We’re stacking our schedule with practical skill-enhancing talks, forward-thinking abstract discussions and casual networking events.

We only have 50 tickets left. Click here to get yours!

A Glimpse at the Goodness

LifterLMS Speaker/Sponsor/Volunteer Dinner

Friday, October 4
5pm-8pm

Friday night we’re hosting a special networking dinner for all our Speakers, Sponsors, Micro-Sponsors, Organizers and Event Weekend Volunteers! It’s not too late to sign up to attend as a Micro-Sponsor.

WCLB Day One

The Pointe Conference Center at Walter Pyramid, CSULB
Saturday, October 5
9am-5pm

Saturday is a day filled with practical talks for both Users and Professionals. We’ve got two tracks of Speakers running simultaneously. And our Happiness Bar project help desk is open before and after lunch.

GreenGeeks Lunch

North Lawn next to Walter Pyramid, CSULB
Saturday, October 5
12pm-2pm

Saturday’s lunch includes a wrap and pink lemonade served al fresco under cheerful umbrellas. We’ve carved out a full two hours for lunch on Saturday to hang out, meet new people and decompress.

Dinner on Your Own

Saturday, October 5
5pm-7pm

We recommend trying one of our favorite Long Beach restaurants. They’re all vegetarian-friendly and some have gluten-free, vegan and raw entrees. And most are close to Downtown Long Beach and the Bluffs, if you’re up for some site-seeing.

WP Engine After Party

Shannon’s At the Top, Downtown Long Beach
Saturday, October 5
7pm-9:30pm

We’re hosting our Saturday night After Party in a beautiful loft in Downtown Long Beach above Pine Ave., a bustling street full of restaurant and nightclubs. Relax with your new friends, enjoy cupcakes and a drink (one drink ticket per person) and experience our awesome free photo booth!

WCLB Day Two

The Pointe Conference Center at Walter Pyramid, CSULB
Sunday, October 6
9:45am-4pm

Sunday we’re starting the day a bit later and keeping the momentum flowing with a condensed schedule and an all-day Happiness Bar. Our ground-breaking Speaker track, “The Future of WordPress” has never been done before anywhere and has gotten the attention of the wider WordPress Community.

We’re excited to see you!

Last Minute Reminders

Contact Us

Let our Organizing Team know if you have any questions by emailing longbeach@wordcamp.org

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WordCamp Halifax has to be rescheduled

Posted by on September 6, 2019 with Comments are off for this post

Due to Halifax, NS being in the path of Hurricane Dorian, the organizing team has had to make the decision to reschedule WordCamp Halifax. The new date is not yet confirmed but announcement will be made on their site and all current ticket holders will receive an email. Requests for refunds will be granted.

You can read WordCamp Halifax’s announcement here.

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WordCamp DFW 2019 is looking for sponsors!

Posted by on September 3, 2019 with 1 reply

WordCamp Dallas/Fort Worth was rebooted in 2014 and will be held at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth on Oct. 19-20, 2019 for the third year in a row. This venue is a favorite among attendees.

We are looking for sponsors and would be thrilled to have your support for our WordCamp community. You make our WordCamp possible and we appreciate your generosity.

Speakers have been published and ticket sales are open! Our first KidsCamp will take place on Saturday so get your tickets today.

Volunteers are vital to a successful WordCamp, so we hope you’ll sign up today!

Share with everyone you think will be interested. #WCDFW

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