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PyBeach 2026
At a glance
- Dates
- October 24, 2026
- Where
- Santa Monica, United States
- Format
- in-person
- Primary topic
- Python · also Open Source, Community
- Tickets
- See the official site
- Call for papers
- No deadline on record — see the official site
- Organizer
- See official site
- Official link
- Checked on October 24, 2026
Official link last checked: October 24, 2026 · how we verify
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About
PyBeach 2026 is a volunteer-run Python conference for the Los Angeles area and a member project of the Python Software Foundation. Its mission is to educate attendees, connect members of the local technology community and promote Python across Southern California, and it describes itself as a welcoming event for developers at every level. The 2026 edition takes place on Saturday, 24 October, at the Illusion Magic Lounge in Santa Monica. The single-day programme is a general Python conference, with a published schedule of talks selected by the community and a block of lightning talks at the end of the day. Reduced-price tickets are available on request through a financial aid contact, keeping the event open to students and those early in their careers. Talks cover the wide range of ways Python is used, from web development and data work to tooling and community practice, while the relaxed setting encourages conversation between sessions. The conference website is itself open source, and community partners including the Flask maintainers support the event. For Python developers in Los Angeles, PyBeach is a friendly local alternative to large national conferences and a good place to meet the regional community.
Location
FAQ — PyBeach 2026
When and where does PyBeach 2026 take place?+
PyBeach 2026 takes place October 24, 2026 in Santa Monica, United States.
Is PyBeach 2026 in-person or online?+
PyBeach 2026 is an in-person event.
How do I register for PyBeach 2026?+
Registration and tickets are handled on the official website, 2026.pybeach.org. conventions.io links only to the organizer's own domain, last checked October 24, 2026.
What topics does PyBeach 2026 cover?+
PyBeach 2026 covers Python, Open Source, Community. PyBeach 2026 is a volunteer-run Python conference for the Los Angeles area and a member project of the Python Software Foundation.
Is there a next edition after PyBeach 2026?+
No later edition has been announced on the organizer's site yet. This page is kept as the archive of the 2026 edition.
Travel questions? See Good to know in the travel guide below.
Planning your trip to Santa Monica
Contains sponsored linksPyBeach 2026 is a one-day Python community gathering in Santa Monica in late October, and the setting lives up to the name. Autumn is one of the best seasons on the Westside: warm, dry afternoons in the low-to-mid twenties Celsius, a morning marine layer that burns off by noon, and fewer summer crowds on the sand. The city blends a busy tech scene with a classic pier, bike paths and an easy beach-town pace.
Getting there & around
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the obvious gateway, roughly 15 km south. By ride-hail or taxi the trip usually runs 25–45 minutes, though freeway congestion can stretch that considerably. Travellers without a car can take the airport's shuttle connection to the Metro network and ride light rail toward Downtown Santa Monica. Burbank (BUR) and Long Beach (LGB) are smaller alternatives but mean a longer drive across the region.
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Staying connected
Coffee shops and co-working spaces offer free Wi-Fi, but you will lean on mobile data for ride-hail and navigating LA's sprawl. A US data eSIM avoids roaming bills and can be ready before your plane lands at LAX. Set up an eSIM with Airalo before you board and you're online the moment you land.
After the sessions
Santa Monica Pier. The century-old pier holds a small amusement park with a solar-powered Ferris wheel, an aquarium beneath it and the symbolic end of Route 66. Weekday evenings are quieter; allow an hour or two and continue north along the beach path at sunset.
Venice Beach Boardwalk and Canals. A short bike or scooter ride south along the beach path leads to Venice's boardwalk, skate park and Muscle Beach, then a few blocks inland to the quiet residential canals. Rent a bike and budget two to three hours for a relaxed loop.
Getty Center. Richard Meier's hilltop museum complex holds European paintings, photography and gardens with sweeping city views. General admission is free, although parking is charged and timed reservations may apply. Allow at least three hours, and arrive in the morning to beat traffic on the 405 freeway.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood. In Burbank, this guided tour takes visitors through working backlots, soundstages and prop collections from famous films and TV series. Expect about three hours on site plus a long drive from the coast, so it works best as a dedicated half-day on a non-conference day.
Good to know
Do I need a car in Santa Monica?
Not within the city itself, which is walkable and bikeable with rail service to downtown LA. For trips across the wider region a car or ride-hail is more practical.
Is the ocean warm enough to swim in October?
Water temperatures are cool, typically below 20°C, so many visitors wade rather than swim; air temperatures are usually pleasant.
How do tips and taxes work?
Posted prices exclude sales tax, and a restaurant tip of 18–20 percent is customary in the United States.
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