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.

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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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