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 OrleansJune 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.

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

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

September 2026
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Core eCourses

Fundamentals of Management 2026 - Session 4.0

September 14, 2026

This 4 week course Fundamentals of Management is designed for new managers to build the skill set they need to successfully lead their department or organization, as well as support existing managers looking to improve their skills.

Administration & Leadership
eLearning
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Marketing the 21st Century Library

September 14, 2026

In this four-week asynchronous eCourse, participants will explore how a well-developed marketing plan drives the creation of promotional plans, allowing librarians to better serve their patrons, community, and professional colleagues.

Marketing & Outreach
Reference
eLearning
Online
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News Access and Media Literacy in Public Libraries

September 16, 2026

Explore key findings and practical strategies from PLA's new report about how public libraries support news access and media literacy. Sponsored by PressReader.

Technology
Information Literacy & Library Instruction
eLearning
Webinar
Free
Online
ALA American Library Association

Virtual Finance Committee Fall Meeting

September 21, 2026

Finance Committee meetings are open to ALA members as observers, except when the committee convenes in closed session.

Meeting
Members Only
ALA
ALA American Library Association

ALA Executive Board Session

September 25, 2026

Executive Board meetings are open to ALA members as observers, except when the Board convenes in closed session.

Meeting
ALA
Members Only
ALA American Library Association

ALA Executive Board Session

September 26, 2026

Executive Board meetings are open to ALA members as observers, except when the Board convenes in closed session.

Meeting
ALA
Members Only