American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference & Exhibition 2026
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The American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference & Exhibition is the world's largest library event, bringing together thousands of library professionals, educator...
- Dates
- Jun 25-29, 2026
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Deadline
- Jun 19, 2026
- Attendees
- 10,000
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About this conference
The American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference & Exhibition is the world's largest library event, bringing together thousands of library professionals, educators, authors, publishers, and advocates. Held in Chicago, this 2026 conference marks ALA's 150th Anniversary, offering an opportunity to celebrate the organization's impact and explore the future of libraries. Attendees can expect top-quality educational programming, powerful keynotes, hands-on learning, and a vibrant Library Marketplace featuring innovative exhibitors, live stages, and author events. The conference focuses on future-focused learning and collaboration, igniting the next era of innovation and access, and building adaptive, inclusive, and community-driven libraries.
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Sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities are available, including becoming an Accessibility Sponsor, Tote Bag Sponsor, Podcast Recording Booth Sponsor, Poster Session Sponsor, or Speaker Sponsor. Exhibitor opportunities in the Library Marketplace include booths, advertising, on-site promotional opportunities, and exhibitor engagement. Specific sponsorships include those for the Book Buzz Theater, Chapter One Stage, Diversity in Publishing Stage, Graphic Novels & Gaming Stage, Look of Books Stage, PopTop Stage, A Real Page-Turner Stage, TechTalk Stage, and What's Cooking Stage @ ALA, as well as the Podcast Recording Booth and the Silent Auction.
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