Submit Your Session Proposal

Become a speaker at DrupalCon Rotterdam 2026

Share your expertise with the global Drupal community in Rotterdam. Our speakers represent the full diversity of Drupal, from developers and designers to marketers, editors, executives, and community organizers. Your knowledge plays a vital role in Drupal’s continued growth and success, and speaking at DrupalCon is a powerful way to raise your visibility and establish yourself as a thought leader. 

Submit Your Session
Key Dates
16 February 2026
Call for Speakers submissions open
13 April 2026
Call for Speakers submissions close
25 May 2026
Accepted Speakers and Facilitators notified
1 June 2026
Conference program published
What track should you submit to?

DrupalCon’s overall programming now encompasses many conferences in one, and the conference you participate in depends on who you are and how your role uses Drupal.

You are free to submit a session to any track, but, obviously, you have a much better chance of your session being accepted if it is in a track relevant to the session's main topic. We may consult with you to move your session from one track to another.

Please review the tracks to decide which topics you'd like to share your knowledge on. 

Explore tracks
Community Health
Digital Sovereignty & Open Web
Drupal CMS
Development AI and Agentic Architecture
Agency, Business & Marketing
Success Stories and Innovation
User Experience, Accessibility, and Design
Difficulty Criteria

Track

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Anyone
Community Health

I am new to the Drupal community, and looking for ways to plug in 

I am an experienced community member who is actively contributing

I am a community leader/subject matter expert 

This session is appropriate for audiences of all levels
Agency, Business & Marketing

I work in an agency team or business that uses or is looking to use Drupal

I am a senior team member in an agency or business that uses or is looking to use Drupal

I am an agency owner or leader of teams that use or are looking to use Drupal

This session is appropriate for audiences of all levels
Drupal CMS

I am new to Drupal and looking to learn more about Drupal CMS

I am familiar with Drupal CMS and looking to more deeply engage.

I am an experienced contributor or Drupal CMS user.

This session is appropriate for audiences of all levels
Development, AI and Agentic Architecture

I am a junior developer or student looking to become a developer

I am a developer with experience in Drupal and associated technologies

I am an experienced developer with expertise in Drupal and associated technologies

This session is appropriate for audiences of all levels
Success Stories & Innovation

I work in an agency team or business that uses or is looking to use Drupal

I am a senior team member in an agency or business that uses or is looking to use Drupal

I am a business leader or lead teams that use or are looking to use Drupal

This session is appropriate for audiences of all levels
User Experience, Accessibility, and Design 

I am a junior designer or I work with designers and interested to know more

I am a designer or UX professional or work with design team to implement their designs

I am an experienced designer or UX professional or work with design teams to implement their designs

This session is appropriate for audiences of all levels
Digital Sovereignty & Open Web

I am new to open source software and interested to know the benefits

I am familiar with open source and the challenges of digital sovereignty

I am an experienced leader or contributor to open source software

This session is appropriate for audiences of all levels
What can be submitted?
  • Session (45 minutes)
    A session lasting 45 minutes allows for a more in-depth exploration of a topic, offering the opportunity to present a detailed case study, research findings, or an innovative approach. These sessions include one main speaker and optional co-speakers.
  • Session (20 minutes)
    A session lasting 20 minutes, delivered by one main speaker with the option to include co-speakers. These concise talks are perfect for sharing focused insights, specific ideas, or innovative solutions.
  • Workshop (45 or 45x2 minutes)
    A workshop is a session where participants engage in hands-on activities, discussions, and practical exercises to learn and develop specific skills. Facilitated by an expert, workshops are designed to foster collaboration, problem-solving, and experiential learning within a focused timeframe. They provide a practical and immersive environment for skill-building and knowledge acquisition.
  • Panel (45 minutes)
    A panel discussion features a group of individuals with diverse perspectives discussing a specific topic or issue. Each panelist shares insights, answers questions, and engages in conversation, providing a well-rounded exploration of the subject. A moderator facilitates the discussion, ensuring a dynamic and informative exchange of ideas. 

Your submission may be considered for use in an summit.

Sessions from Previous Years

DrupalCon Vienna 2025 Selected Sessions
DrupalCon Barcelona 2024 Selected Sessions
DrupalCon Lille 2023 Selected Sessions
DA YouTube Channel with Session Recordings
Speaker Benefits

Free registration to the conference
Although we do not financially compensate speakers for preparing a session submission or presenting a session, we are pleased to offer one complimentary DrupalCon ticket per selected session. As a speaker, you will receive free access to all conference sessions, workshops, and activities, allowing you to fully engage with the Drupal community.

Please note that only one free ticket is provided per session, regardless of the number of speakers. The complimentary ticket is not transferable and cannot be assigned to another person. If a selected speaker holds multiple roles at the event, only one complimentary ticket will be granted.

Speakers are responsible for covering their own travel and accommodation expenses related to attending the conference.

Promotion as a speaker
Gain visibility within the Drupal community through featured spots on our website, social media channels, and event materials, showcasing your expertise and contribution.

Submission Requirements

Before submitting a session, we recommend that you read the following information:

  • Familiarize yourself with the conference Code of Conduct. All speakers must adhere to this code

  • Read and agree to our Speaker Agreement

  • During the review process, we may request you to submit additional information about your session to ensure a more thorough evaluation

  • The independent working committee will review your submission to ensure that your profile complies with the speaker agreement and code of conduct

The Drupal Association reserves the right to add sessions and/or speakers that are topical and part of the organization's strategic direction.

Slack Support

Join the #dceu-2026-submission-support channel on Slack to connect with the community and get your questions answered.

If you are not a member of the Drupal Slack channel, you will need to create an account at drupal.slack.com. You can do this here.

Contact with the Track Team

We encourage you to reach out to the Track Team. You can request their feedback on a specific part of your submission, ask detailed questions about what they are looking for, or inquire about the end goals of your session, among other things.

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