{"id":7931,"date":"2026-08-06T14:24:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-06T21:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/us.wordcamp.org\/2026\/?p=7931"},"modified":"2026-08-06T14:24:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T21:24:00","slug":"10-days-out-heres-what-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/us.wordcamp.org\/2026\/10-days-out-heres-what-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Days Out: Here\u2019s What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s hard to believe that we\u2019re already so close. WordCamp US starts in just 10 days! Soon we\u2019ll be on site together learning, contributing, and celebrating our community. We have a few announcements to share with you. Read on to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Closing Party<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wrap up WordCamp US 2026 in style! Join us for the Closing Party on Wednesday, August 19, 7 to 10 PM at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.onjackson.com\/\">On Jackson<\/a> (245 E Jackson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004). On Jackson is about a 5 minute walk from the Convention Center. The Closing Party is the perfect way to celebrate an incredible week!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your WordCamp US 2026 badge gets you into the Closing Party (and two free drink tickets!) so don\u2019t leave home without it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Call for Side Events<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Side events are organized by individuals and companies around WordCamp US. These events are done around the rest of the WordCamp US schedule, so you can continue the fun even when we\u2019re not at the convention center.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re planning an event, we\u2019d love to hear from you! You can submit your event on <a href=\"https:\/\/us.wordcamp.org\/2026\/side-events\/\">our submission form<\/a>, and we\u2019ll get it added to the list. Looking for inspiration? Check out some of <a href=\"https:\/\/us.wordcamp.org\/2025\/side-events\/\">last year\u2019s events<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Daily Lunch Menus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each day of the conference, lunch will be served. We now have a page where <a href=\"https:\/\/us.wordcamp.org\/2026\/daily-menu\/\">you can see what each day has to offer<\/a>. In addition to lunch, we will also be serving coffee and hot tea throughout the day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dietary Restrictions and Severe Allergies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We want everyone at WordCamp US to feel welcome and well-fed. If you have dietary restrictions or severe allergies that we don\u2019t yet know about, please let us know as soon as possible. A member of our team will reach out to you if needed to make sure that we have your needs met.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Purchase WordPress Gear at the Mercantile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Back this year at WordCamp US is the WordPress Mercantile shop. On August 18 and 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., you\u2019ll be able to stop by our Mercantile Pop-up in the Sponsor Hall and check out drinkware, patches, stationery, accessories, and more. Grab something to commemorate your first WordCamp US or add to your growing collection of WordPress merch. Treat yourself! All shoppers will receive a 20% discount for a future online order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Your Ticket<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t miss out on all the fun! Tickets for WordCamp US are still available. 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