Your Guide to Enjoying PyCon HK 2026 - Day 1 (Conference Day)

TL;DR: Your Day 1 (Conference Day) Checklist

Check in from 09:30 at the VTC Auditorium on G/F.
Attend Talks in the VTC Auditorium and LW001–003 on G/F.
Explore the Booths on G/F and in LW662 on 6/F, visit the Poster Sessions in LW661 on 6/F, and collect stamps along the way.
Visit LW659 on 6/F to browse job and internship postings or promote yourself on the Job Board, write a PyShare message and vote for those that resonate with you, or simply mingle with fellow attendees in the Open Space.
Collect six stamps on your badge card and Redeem your gift in LW658 on 6/F, while supplies last.
Complete the Event Evaluation before 16:45, then join the closing session at in LW001 on G/F, with a live relay in LW002 and LW003 — you may receive a special gift!
Join PyNight, the official Conference Day after-party.
Other Important Times
- 10:30 — Opening Group Photo: Join us and be part of the PyCon HK 2026 memories!
- 15:30 — Tea Break · 6/F Open Area: Take a break and connect with fellow attendees.

Full Version

There is more to PyCon HK than the talks! Discover projects, meet people, explore career opportunities, share your experiences, and collect booth stamps along the way.

Whether you are a first-time attendee or a familiar face in the community, here is how to make the most of Conference Day on November 14, 2026.

1. Attend the Talks

VTC Auditorium and LW001–003 · G/F

Explore three tracks of talks covering Python, AI, data, software engineering, community, and more. Don’t miss the Opening Group Photo at 10:30 — join us and be part of the PyCon HK 2026 memories!

Check the programme schedule to plan your day.

2. Discover Projects at the Poster Session

LW661 · 6/F

The Poster Session is an interactive, face-to-face exhibition where creators present research, open-source tools, and Python side projects on large poster boards.

Unlike a scheduled talk, you can walk around freely, choose the projects that interest you, and chat directly with their creators at your own pace. Depending on the project, you may also get to explore a live demo or dive into a technical discussion.

3. Explore the Booths and Complete the Booth Stamp Journey

Booths: Open Area · G/F and LW662 · 6/F

Gift Redemption: LW658 · 6/F

Meet the sponsors and community groups, explore Python-related projects, tools, and demos, and collect stamps along the way.

How the Booth Stamp Journey Works

Visit the booths. Take a look around, discover projects and tools, and explore the work being shared.
Start a conversation. Speak with the facilitators at sponsor and community booths. Ask about their work, try a demo where available, or find out how to get involved.
Collect stamps on your badge card. Ask the booth facilitator to stamp or mark your badge card as a record of your visit.
Collect six stamps. Once you have collected six stamps, you qualify for gift redemption.
Redeem your gift. Bring your stamped badge card to the Gift Redemption Counter in LW 658 on 6/F.

Each person may redeem one gift only. Gifts are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sponsor Booths

Databricks
JetBrains
Navicat
Red Hat

Community Booths

Dim Sum Labs
Google Developer Group Hong Kong
PyLadies Seoul
PyLadies Tokyo
Women Techmakers Hong Kong × Product Tank Hong Kong

4. Connect, Discover and Share: Open Space, Job Board and PyShare

LW659 · 6/F

Join an Open Space, explore the Job Board, and add your voice to PyShare — all in one room.

Open Space

Open Space is a participant-driven gathering that takes place alongside the main conference programme. Join fellow attendees to exchange ideas, discuss topics that interest you, and connect in an informal setting. Bring a question, share an experience, or simply join the conversation.

Job Board

Whether you are hiring or looking for your next opportunity, visit the Job Board. Employers can post job openings and internships, while job seekers and students can explore opportunities to take the next step in their careers.

PyShare

PyShare is a space to share experiences, reflect on your journey, and discover what matters to others in the community. Add your own message, read what others have written, and vote for the messages that resonate most with you. You might even have a chance to receive a special gift for taking part!

5. Complete the Event Evaluation and Join the Closing Session

LW001 (Main Session) | LW002 and LW003 (Live Relay) · G/F

Fill in the event evaluation before joining the closing session at 16:45 to share what you enjoyed and what we could improve. Your feedback helps shape future events — and you may receive a special gift!

6. Keep the Fun Going at PyNight

Location TBC

Join PyNight, the official Conference Day after-party, for food, drinks, networking, and community exchange. Unwind after a day of talks, catch up with new friends, and keep the conversations going!