For immediate release | August 22, 2024

American Library Association Announces Revised Date for ALA 2025 Annual Conference & Exhibition in Philadelphia

ALA

CHICAGO — The American Library Association (ALA) announced today a revised date for its highly anticipated ALA 2025 Annual Conference & Exhibition in Philadelphia. Originally scheduled for June 26 – July 1, 2025, the conference will now take place on June 26 – 30, 2025.

The decision to revise the conference date follows a review aimed at accommodating the schedules of conference attendees, addressing logistical considerations, and ensuring a more engaging and accessible experience for all participants.

The ALA 2025 Annual Conference & Exhibition has long been a cornerstone event for library professionals across the globe, providing discussions on timely and enduring issues, reflections on the ever-evolving role of libraries, updates on relevant legislation and policies, knowledgeable educational programming on the topics that matter most to libraries and their communities, expert exhibitors, inspiring authors and featured speakers, exciting pre-conference sessions, and multiple opportunities to connect.

ALA appreciates the support of our attendees, partners, and sponsors as we make this change to ensure a better experience for all.

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Contact:

Donna Hunter

Conferences Marketing Specialist

Conference Services

dhunter@ala.org