DevOpsDays Chicago 2027
DevOpsDays Chicago organizing team
At a glance
- Dates
- August 10–11, 2027 · In 9 months
- Where
- UIC Forum, Chicago, United States
- Format
- in-person
- Primary topic
- DevOps · also SRE, Cloud, Platform Engineering
- Tickets
- See the official site
- Call for papers
- No deadline on record — see the official site
- Organizer
- DevOpsDays Chicago organizing team
- Official link
- Checked on November 11, 2026
Official link last checked: November 11, 2026 · how we verify
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About
DevOpsDays Chicago is the local edition of devopsdays, the worldwide community conference series on improving software delivery and IT operations. Run by a volunteer organising team in Chicago, it brings together developers, operations engineers, SREs, platform teams and managers interested in culture, automation, collaboration and the practical side of running reliable systems. The 2027 edition of this DevOps conference in Chicago is set for 10 and 11 August at the UIC Forum on West Roosevelt Road, as an in-person event. Chicago has hosted the conference regularly since 2014, making it one of the longer-running editions in the series. The schedule and speaker line-up had not been published when the save-the-date went live, and talk proposals are handled through the devopsdays speaking page. In keeping with the devopsdays format, the two days combine curated talks, short ignite presentations and open space sessions where attendees set the agenda and discuss problems in small groups. That structure favours conversation over one-way lectures. For the regional DevOps community, the event is a recurring opportunity to share hard-won lessons and meet local practitioners.
FAQ — DevOpsDays Chicago 2027
When and where does DevOpsDays Chicago 2027 take place?+
DevOpsDays Chicago 2027 takes place August 10–11, 2027 in Chicago, United States at UIC Forum.
Is DevOpsDays Chicago 2027 in-person or online?+
DevOpsDays Chicago 2027 is an in-person event.
Who organizes DevOpsDays Chicago 2027?+
DevOpsDays Chicago 2027 is organized by DevOpsDays Chicago organizing team.
How do I register for DevOpsDays Chicago 2027?+
Registration and tickets are handled on the official website, devopsdays.org. conventions.io links only to the organizer's own domain, last checked November 11, 2026.
What topics does DevOpsDays Chicago 2027 cover?+
DevOpsDays Chicago 2027 covers DevOps, SRE, Cloud, Platform Engineering, Community. DevOpsDays Chicago is the local edition of devopsdays, the worldwide community conference series on improving software delivery and IT operations.
How many days is DevOpsDays Chicago 2027?+
DevOpsDays Chicago 2027 runs for 2 days, August 10–11, 2027.
Travel questions? See Good to know in the travel guide below.
Planning your trip to Chicago
Contains sponsored linksDevOpsDays Chicago 2027 lands in mid-August, when Chicago leans fully into summer: beaches along the lakefront are busy, rooftop bars stay open late and the Lakefront Trail fills with cyclists at dawn. It is hot and sometimes stormy, but a lake breeze often softens the evenings. Chicago is a major hub for trading firms, logistics and enterprise platforms, so the DevOps crowd here tends to focus on reliability at scale. Plan a free evening for a river walk among the skyscrapers.
Getting there & around
O'Hare International (ORD) is one of the world's busiest airports, and the CTA Blue Line runs from the terminal to the Loop in roughly 45 minutes, around the clock. Midway (MDW) is smaller and closer, with the CTA Orange Line reaching downtown in about 25 to 30 minutes. Rideshare from either airport depends heavily on expressway traffic. Amtrak trains from across the Midwest terminate at Chicago Union Station on the western edge of the Loop.
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Staying connected
Coverage is strong across downtown and on the elevated CTA lines, with some gaps in the subway sections. An eSIM saves visitors from abroad an expensive roaming bill. Set up an eSIM with Airalo before you board and you're online the moment you land.
After the sessions
Chicago Architecture river cruise. A 75 to 90 minute boat tour along the Chicago River explains how the city became the birthplace of the skyscraper, passing landmarks from the Wrigley Building to Willis Tower. In August, evening departures are cooler and the skyline glows at sunset. Book ahead for weekends. Tickets on Go City →
Lakefront Trail. This paved path runs for about 18 miles along Lake Michigan, linking beaches, parks and museums. Rent a Divvy bike and ride from the Loop to North Avenue Beach in the early morning, before the heat. An hour's round trip gives postcard skyline views.
Art Institute of Chicago. One of the great art museums of the United States sits beside Millennium Park, with masterpieces including Seurat, Hopper and Wood's American Gothic. It is air-conditioned relief on a humid August afternoon. Allow three hours, and stop at Cloud Gate on your way out. Tickets on Go City →
The 606 trail. Built on an elevated former rail line, this path crosses Wicker Park, Bucktown and Humboldt Park on the city's North West Side. It is a pleasant evening walk or ride with neighbourhood food and bars at each access ramp. Plan an hour or two, reached via the Blue Line.
Good to know
What is the weather like in Chicago in August?
Hot and often humid, with highs usually around 28 to 30 degrees Celsius and occasional strong thunderstorms. Evenings near the lake are more comfortable.
How do I get from O'Hare to downtown Chicago?
The CTA Blue Line runs 24 hours from O'Hare to the Loop in about 45 minutes. It is usually faster than a taxi at rush hour.
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