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WordCamp Sofia 2026
WordPress community (WordCamp Central)
At a glance
- Dates
- October 24–25, 2026
- Where
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Format
- in-person
- Primary topic
- WordPress · also PHP, Web Development, Open Source
- Tickets
- See the official site
- Call for papers
- No deadline on record — see the official site
- Organizer
- WordPress community (WordCamp Central)
- Official link
- Checked on October 23, 2026
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About
WordCamp Sofia 2026 is Bulgaria's annual WordPress conference and celebrates sixteen years of WordCamps in the country. Part of the official WordCamp programme of the WordPress open source project, it brings together developers, designers, marketing specialists, business owners and enthusiasts who use WordPress in their work. The 2026 edition takes place on 24–25 October at the National Palace of Culture (NDK) in Sofia, using Halls 4 and 6 of the landmark venue, which has hosted the event before. Over two days, the programme features talks from industry practitioners on WordPress and related topics, with content presented in both Bulgarian and English. Open calls for speakers and volunteers keep the event grounded in the local community. Session themes span programming, design, business, marketing, community, eCommerce, security, and AI and MCP integrations, reflecting how the WordPress ecosystem is evolving. The format emphasises learning, sharing experience and networking, making it equally useful for agency teams, freelancers and in-house developers. For the Bulgarian and wider Balkan web community, WordCamp Sofia remains one of the longest-running and best-established open source technology events in the region, and a reliable annual gathering for everyone building with WordPress.
Location
FAQ — WordCamp Sofia 2026
When and where does WordCamp Sofia 2026 take place?+
WordCamp Sofia 2026 takes place October 24–25, 2026 in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Is WordCamp Sofia 2026 in-person or online?+
WordCamp Sofia 2026 is an in-person event.
Who organizes WordCamp Sofia 2026?+
WordCamp Sofia 2026 is organized by WordPress community (WordCamp Central).
How do I register for WordCamp Sofia 2026?+
Registration and tickets are handled on the official website, sofia.wordcamp.org. conventions.io links only to the organizer's own domain, last checked October 23, 2026.
What topics does WordCamp Sofia 2026 cover?+
WordCamp Sofia 2026 covers WordPress, PHP, Web Development, Open Source, Community. WordCamp Sofia 2026 is Bulgaria's annual WordPress conference and celebrates sixteen years of WordCamps in the country.
How many days is WordCamp Sofia 2026?+
WordCamp Sofia 2026 runs for 2 days, October 24–25, 2026.
Is there a next edition after WordCamp Sofia 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 Sofia
Contains sponsored linksWordCamp Sofia 2026 gathers the Balkan WordPress community in Bulgaria's capital on the last weekend of October. Autumn in Sofia is crisp, with daytime temperatures around 10–17°C, chilly nights and Vitosha mountain turning gold and red just south of the city. The centre is compact and walkable, layered with Roman ruins, Orthodox domes and socialist-era boulevards, and this is one of the rare European capitals where you can reach mountain trails by city bus.
Getting there & around
Sofia Airport (SOF) is only about 10 km east of the centre. The metro connects Terminal 2 directly with the city, reaching the central stations in roughly 20–30 minutes, while a free shuttle links Terminal 1 to Terminal 2. Taxis from the official rank or ride-hail apps take a similar time off-peak. Plovdiv (PDV) is a secondary option around two hours away by road, served mainly by low-cost carriers.
Skip the taxi queue — pre-book a fixed-price airport transfer with Kiwitaxi. Exploring beyond the city? compare rental cars on EconomyBookings.
Staying connected
Bulgaria sits inside EU roaming rules, but travellers from outside the Union may face high charges. An eSIM with a local or regional data plan keeps you connected across the city's metro and trams at low cost. Set up an eSIM with Airalo before you board and you're online the moment you land.
After the sessions
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Sofia's landmark neo-Byzantine cathedral, with gilded domes and a vast, dim interior full of icons and murals. Entry to the nave is free; the crypt holds a collection of Orthodox icons. Visit early in the morning or during a service, and allow about forty-five minutes.
Boyana Church. A small medieval church at the foot of Vitosha, listed by UNESCO for its thirteenth-century frescoes that predate the Italian Renaissance. Visits are timed and limited to a few minutes inside to protect the paintings, so arrive early and combine it with the National History Museum nearby. Tickets on Tiqets →
Vitosha Nature Park. The mountain rising behind the city offers late-autumn hiking among beech forests and boulder fields known as stone rivers. Buses and taxis reach trailheads such as Zlatni Mostove in under an hour; go on a clear morning, wear warm layers and allow half a day.
Rila Monastery. Bulgaria's most famous monastery lies in the Rila Mountains roughly two hours south of Sofia. Its striped arcades and painted church are spectacular, and the courtyard is free to enter. Make it a full-day trip by tour or rental car, ideally the day before or after the event.
Good to know
What currency does Bulgaria use?
Bulgaria adopted the euro on 1 January 2026, so prices are now in euros; cards and contactless payments are widely accepted in Sofia.
How cold is Sofia in late October?
Days are mild but mornings and evenings can drop close to freezing, particularly near Vitosha, so bring a warm coat and a hat.
Is Bulgaria part of Schengen?
Yes, Bulgaria became a full Schengen member in January 2025, so there are no routine border checks when arriving from other Schengen countries.
Travel notes written for WordCamp Sofia 2026 attendees. Links marked above are affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no cost to you. Verify schedules and opening hours on official websites before you travel.
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