Conferences & Events

ALA, its Divisions, Round Tables and Affiliates host many conferences, and in-person and online events to showcase cutting-edge developments in library advocacy, information literacy, and other areas of interest.
ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition, Chicago, June 25-29, 2026, For Our Libraries. For 150 Years More.

ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition

Chicago  |  June 25 – June 29, 2026

As part of the American Library Association’s 150th Anniversary, ALA Annual 2026 will bring together thousands of library professionals to celebrate our collective achievements and chart a bold course for the future of libraries. Expect special anniversary programming, influential thought leaders, signature events, and forward-focused learning designed to strengthen your library and advance your career.

Join the once-in-a-generation event that will shape libraries for years to come. Register Today and SAVE with early rates.

 

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PLA 2026 Conference

Registration is now open for the highly anticipated PLA 2026 Conference, April 1–3, in Minneapolis Minnesota!

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Library Celebration Days

ALA's offices and divisions sponsor various nationwide library promotions throughout the year, encouraging libraries to help raise public awareness of library issues.

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Criteria for Conference Site Selection

Learn more about ALA policies, criteria, and general considerations regarding conference site selection.

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Past and Future ALA Conferences

Details on upcoming ALA Annual conferences and archives of previous ALA conferences.

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Core eCourses

Fundamentals of Digital Library Projects 2026 - Session 1.0

March 09, 2026

This 6-week online course introduces students to the breadth of considerations, standards, and skills needed to successfully launch and manage a digital library program.

Collection Management
Archives & Records Management
Cataloging
Technology
eLearning
Core Webinars

Navigating Mental Health In Information Spaces

March 11, 2026

This webinar will explore the intricacies, limitations, and possibilities for change in providing meaningful and compassionate mental health support within information spaces.

Administration & Leadership
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Advocacy
eLearning
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2026 PLA Presidential Candidates Forum

March 12, 2026

Join this free virtual forum to get to know the candidates standing for president in the upcoming PLA election.

Advocacy
Administration & Leadership
Intellectual Freedom & Copyright
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
eLearning
Webinar
Online
Free
Core eCourses

Fundamentals of Acquisitions 2026 - Session 1.0

March 16, 2026

This six-week online course is a basic primer for library acquisitions concepts common to all library material formats.

Collection Management
Archives & Records Management
Cataloging
eLearning
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Any Library Can Create a Library of Things

March 18, 2026

Learn to build inclusive lending systems with tools for home, education, science, and more, to reflect your communities.

Collection Management
eLearning
Webinar
Online