We are coming up on one of the most exciting weeks for Philadelphia—WordCamp US 2015! At about a month away we’re getting ready to make some big announcements! We’ve told you about the locations for WordCamp, Contributor Day, and the Community Summit. We’ve shared with you 24 of our amazing speakers (there are more to come tomorrow), and of course we’ve let you know where to stay and how to purchase tickets.

But there is so much more to come. In the next week we’ll roll out announcements about the rest of our phenomenal speakers followed by the full schedule. Leading up to the event there’ll be posts about our generous sponsors, food recommendations, coffee recommendations, a list of must see places, the unveiling of our after party location, and a few surprises.

Because Philadelphia is ready for you.

We’ve been prepping city officials, residents, and our many tech groups about the significance of holding the inaugural WordCamp US in Philadelphia and wow they are excited. I mean really excited. The city is ready to welcome you with open arms and full plates; because food. Have we mentioned the food yet? No matter what your preference, Philly has you covered. From James Beard award winning chefs to the famous Philly cheesesteak, you will fall in love with our food. Side note, you can totally run the Rocky stairs a few times if you want to burn off the extra calories.

The Pennsylvania Convention Center can’t wait to welcome us.

WordCamp US has a private entrance known as the Broad Street Atrium. Completed in in 2012, this section of the Convention Center is adorned with floor to ceiling windows at registration, a concourse full of sunlight, and state of the art A/V equipment. There will be yoga during registration, a quiet area if you need a break, a bar full of experts ready and willing to help you with your WordPress needs, and wonderful sponsors waiting to talk to you. And swag. There will be awesome stickers and swag.

The Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown Hotel is kind of a pseudo headquarters.

Most attendees in need of overnight accommodations will be staying there so the party won’t stop! The hotel will be teeming with speakers, sponsors, volunteers, and fellow attendees.  If you arrive the day before, you’ll be able to stop by our early registration table in the lobby to pick up your badge. That’s right, you could skip the lines at the Convention Center and stroll right in to a yoga class or opening remarks. Plus there’s a coffee shop for your morning pick me up and a great bar and restaurant to help wrap up your long day. Some of the rooms have crystal clear views of the Art Museum so you an watch your fellow WordCampers work off their cheesesteaks. From the Sheraton it’s a brief walk to the Convention Center, Community Summit, and After Party Venue.

The knowledge and friends you will gain are the perfect way to wind down 2015.

One thing that stands out above all at any WordCamp is the information you take with you. This event is specifically designed to cover all levels of WordPress abilities, from enthusiasts to advanced developers. Regardless of your comfort level, you are going to find sessions tailored to you. The only thing that can rival the benefit of knowledge gained is the camaraderie. Whether it’s the new people you meet or the friends you haven’t seen in a while you’ll, get to share your days with a bunch of folks who want to be there as much as you!

If you’ve been putting off buying tickets, booking your room, or making your travel plans now is the time. We look forward to seeing you in December!