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APIConf is a conference on API design and software architecture, presented on its official site under the tagline "The Intersection of Architecture and Innovation." The event is associated with the No Fluff Just Stuff conference brand and was aimed at developers and architects working on APIs, backend services and system integration. The listing placed the 2026 edition in Clearwater, Florida, from November 30 to December 2 in a hybrid format. However, the official website now states that the 2026 event has been canceled, and it no longer lists dates, a venue or a detailed program. Anyone who had planned to attend should check the official site directly for updates on refunds or future editions rather than relying on earlier schedules. API-focused gatherings of this kind typically cover interface design, integration patterns, versioning and the architectural trade-offs behind distributed systems. While the 2026 edition will not go ahead, the subject remains central to modern backend engineering, and other API and architecture conferences in the directory offer comparable content in the meantime.
APIConf 2026 takes place Nov 30 – Dec 2, 2026 in Clear Water, FL, United States.
APIConf 2026 is a hybrid event — you can attend on-site or join remotely.
Travel questions? See Good to know in the travel guide below.
Clearwater sits on Florida's Gulf coast, and a conference here at the start of December arrives in the state's best weather window: warm, dry and free of both summer humidity and hurricane risk. The barrier island beaches are a short drive from the mainland conference hotels. Sunsets over the Gulf are the daily local event, and they draw a genuine crowd to the pier.
St Pete-Clearwater International (PIE) is the closest airport at around twenty minutes by road, though Tampa International (TPA) offers far more routes and sits roughly 35 minutes away. Public transit exists but is limited, so most visitors rely on rideshare or a rental car. The Jolley Trolley connects Clearwater Beach with downtown and neighbouring coastal towns at a leisurely pace.
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Clearwater Beach. A wide stretch of fine white sand consistently rated among the best in the country, with a pier and a nightly sunset market of buskers and craft stalls. December water is cool but swimmable for some. Allow an afternoon, arriving before sunset for the market.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium. A working rescue and rehabilitation facility rather than a display aquarium, caring for dolphins, sea turtles and otters that cannot be released. The educational framing is unusually honest. Two hours, and it is a short drive from the beach. Tickets on Tiqets →
Caladesi Island State Park. An undeveloped barrier island reachable only by ferry from Honeymoon Island, with a three-mile nature trail and empty beaches. The isolation is the appeal. Half a day including the crossing, and ferry schedules are limited so check departure times.
Dunedin. A small waterfront town just north with a walkable main street, several long-established craft breweries and the Pinellas Trail running through it. A relaxed alternative to the beach strip. Two to three hours, ideally in the late afternoon.
Which airport is best?
Tampa International (TPA) has the widest route network and is around 35 minutes away. St Pete-Clearwater (PIE) is closer but serves fewer destinations.
Do I need a car?
It helps considerably. Public transport is sparse, and while rideshare is available, a rental gives much more flexibility for reaching the state parks.
What is the weather like in early December?
Warm and dry, with daytime highs around 24 degrees Celsius and cool evenings. It is one of the most pleasant months on the Gulf coast.
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