CloudFest, one of the largest events focused on internet infrastructure, will return in 2026 with a larger footprint and new areas for attendees. The organizers say the event will welcome more than 10,000 participants and introduce a new space called CloudFest Village, designed to add more room for sessions, networking, and community activities.
The new area expands the event at Europa-Park and reflects the growing scale of the CloudFest community, which brings together hosting providers, cloud companies, developers, and IT leaders from around the world.
A new space for the community
The newly announced CloudFest Village will add several thousand square meters to the event site. According to the organizers, the space will include a mix of indoor and outdoor areas built for talks, informal meetings, and social activities.
One of the central points of the village will be the WebPros Cloud Pavilion. The 1,000 square meter space will include a main stage with three days of programming, as well as a café, a small shop, and an exhibition area.
The new zone will also host the event’s registration and information desk, where many attendees will collect their badges and find support services for partners and VIP guests.
More experiences beyond the conference stage
CloudFest has long combined technical sessions with community-focused activities, and the 2026 edition will continue that approach. The program will include dedicated events such as the WP Business & Agency Summit, a meeting point for web agencies, hosting providers, and open source professionals.
The event will also feature a HackerSpace, where cybersecurity experts and ethical hackers will share insights and take part in a live Capture the Flag competition.
Other parts of the program include guided tours for different business groups, speed networking sessions designed to help attendees meet new partners quickly, and the popular DSLAM format, which combines technical talks with a more informal stage style.
From conference to festival atmosphere
Beyond the talks and workshops, CloudFest has built a reputation for its strong community culture. The organizers describe the event as a mix of conference and festival, where professional discussions continue during evening concerts, parties, and networking events.
CloudFest Village will also host a street food festival and the arena for the World Server Throwing Championship, one of the event’s most recognizable traditions.
With additional stages, workshops, and networking opportunities, the organizers encourage companies to send multiple team members so they can attend different sessions and gather insights from across the program.
We will be there too
Our team will also be at CloudFest 2026. If you are attending the event, feel free to meet us there. CloudFest is always a good place to talk with people from the hosting, cloud, and internet infrastructure space, and we are looking forward to meeting partners, customers, and new faces from the community.
Kamil Kołosowski
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