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.
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ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition

New Orleans|  June 24 – June 28, 2027

Save the date for the ALA 2027 Annual Conference & Exhibition, June 24–28 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Thousands from the global library community will come together in The Big Easy to exchange ideas, discover new solutions, and strengthen the connections that move our profession forward. Library workers, supporters, authors, and exhibitors are all invited to experience a conference as vibrant and joyful as the city itself.

The Call for Program and Poster Proposals is now open!

 

ALA Division Conferences

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

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Core Webinars

Collab at the Core: Build Leaders at all Levels

October 14, 2026

Align teams with a shared vision during change through intentional collaboration. Using examples from our floor management strategies and complex patron interactions, learn adaptable approaches that leverage expertise and involvement across positions. Explore strategies including assessing team dynamics, small-group discussions, and individual check-ins to align staff around a shared approach to accountability and safety. Gain practical tools to empower teams, strengthen alignment, and create intentional space for connection and input.

Administration & Leadership
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Advocacy
eLearning
Online
2026 National Friends of Libraries Week, October 18-24, 2026

2026 National Friends of Libraries Week

October 18, 2026

Celebrate Your Friends Group Oct. 18-24, 2026, during the 21st annual National Friends of Libraries Week!

Trustees, Friends & Foundations
Celebration
Free
Featured Event
Core eCourses

Core Classroom: Making Training Stick: A Playful Approach to Learning

October 26, 2026

A three-week Core Classroom, each weekly Zoom session lasting 60 minutes (recommended but not mandatory) combined with 3 - 4 hours coursework each week. Tired of “one-and-done” trainings that fizzle out the moment everyone logs off? You know the scene: staff leave a workshop buzzing with great ideas…and then nothing changes back at the desk.

Collection Management
Cataloging
Archives & Records Management
eLearning
Core eCourses

Core Classroom: Making Training Stick: A Playful Approach to Learning

October 26, 2026

This is a 3-week virtual workshop that combines self-paced work with optional live interaction. Each week includes: assignment activities to complete on your own, plus, one live Zoom group discussion (recommended but not mandatory).Tired of “one-and-done” trainings that fizzle out the moment everyone logs off? You know the scene: staff leave a workshop buzzing with great ideas…and then nothing changes back at the desk. Strengthen your training skills through this three-week virtual class and discover principles and strategies to make learning actually stick and get used on the job. Our team of experienced instructors will playfully guide you to design a training you can use to boost skill development and ROI without needing extra budget, staff, or magic.

Collection Management
Archives & Records Management
Cataloging
eLearning
Core Webinars

Building Equitable, Actionable Feedback Cultures

November 11, 2026

Teams are an increasingly important workplace construct, allowing libraries to tap into staff potential to tackle complex work in our current, dynamic library environment.

Administration & Leadership
eLearning