WordCamp Phoenix is almost back-in-session! We’re so excited to open up our halls of knowledge, welcoming familiar faces and new faces alike to Downtown Phoenix for our 10th anniversary of WordCamp Phoenix.
We have some information below to help make this a successful weekend of learning and fun for all. We also recommend following our Twitter, Instagram and News Blog as we continue to announce more details and updates.
It’s truly a privilege to serve the Arizona and greater WordPress community — folks that care about one another and who are so generous with their time, finances and talents to help us put together such a fun event each year. We’re working hard to make this a great event for all, so please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or concerns.
See you soon,
The WordCamp Phoenix Team
Key Times & Locations
Phoenix Convention Center
Nearest street entrance to our event: 100 N 2nd St Phoenix, AZ 85004
Please Note: The Phoenix Convention Center has 3 enormous buildings across multiple city blocks. WordCamp Phoenix will be on the 1st Floor of the West Building, which is between 2nd and 3rd streets just south of Monroe Street — the nearest entrance from the street is across from the Hyatt Regency Phoenix and anyone parking in the West Garage should come up to the ground floor (1st floor). More on parking and transit below.
Galvanize Phoenix
515 E Grant Street Phoenix, AZ 85004, between 5th and 7th streets.
Friday, February 15
8:00 am – Registration Opens
9:00 am – Opening Remarks
9:30 am – First Session Begins
12:10 pm – Lunch
5:15 pm – Final Session Ends
Saturday, February 16
9:00 am – Registration Opens
10:00 am – First Session Begins
12:25 pm – Lunch
5:20 pm – Closing Remarks End
7:00 pm – Afterparty at Galvanize Phoenix
Sunday, February 17
12:00 pm – Contributor Day Begins
4:00 pm – Contributor Day Ends
What To Bring
No need to print tickets or save them — just give your name at registration and we’ll give you a badge and swag bag!
We do recommend considering bringing the following with you:
- Fully-Charged Laptop/Tablet/Phone — electrical plugs are limited
- Water Bottle
- Comfortable Shoes
- Light Sweatshirt or Jacket
- Notebook and Pen/Pencil
- Business Cards
- WordCamp Phoenix shirts and swag from years past!
Full Schedule & Speakers
Check out our three tracks of sessions and workshops on the website!
Parking & Transit
At Phoenix Convention Center:
Paid parking will be available onsite at the Phoenix Convention Center in the West Garage for $12/day (beneath the building with our event), limited adjacent street parking is available and there are a number of nearby garages and lots.
The West Garage Entrance is located at 185 N 2nd Street. Please note that Monroe Street will be shut down between 2nd and 3rd streets for our lunch.
We also recommend taking advantage of free Park-and-Ride locations throughout Greater Phoenix along the METRO Light Rail. The closest stations are a few minutes walk from the West Building. The nearest Westbound station (trains from Tempe/Mesa) is 3rd St/Washington and the nearest Eastbound station (trains from North Phoenix) is 3rd St/Jefferson.
At Galvanize Phoenix (Saturday evening + Sunday afternoon)
Free parking will be available at Galvanize for the Afterparty and Contributor Day. There are a few hundred spots available, as well as limited, free street parking and across the street is a large lot that charges $5.35/day.
After Party at Galvanize Phoenix & Food Menus
Earlier today we shared the exciting news that our Saturday After Party will be at Galvanize Phoenix, as well as lunch menus from our local caterer Conceptually Social.
Downtown Phoenix Local Guide
Whether you’re coming from out-of-state or haven’t been to Downtown Phoenix in recent years, we’ve compiled a list of some great local restaurants, bars and coffee shops in our flourishing food scene.
Code Of Conduct
A reminder that everyone in attendance is expected to follow our Code of Conduct at all event functions and venues.
Our venues prohibit carrying firearms, except by on-duty law enforcement officers with jurisdiction and our event’s weapons policy extends to cover knives, fireworks and other items intended to cause injury to others.
Our Safety Coordinator Matt Clancy will be available during the event to handle any incidents or emergencies. Please notify any organizer or volunteer and they can put you in touch, or reach Matt directly via Slack, via our Contact Page or call/text (480) 788-7797.