Essential PHP conferences to attend in 2026

Source: Dev.to

Why should I attend a PHP conference in 2026?

2026 continues the strong momentum of the PHP ecosystem. With modern PHP firmly established, frameworks evolving rapidly, and performance, DX, and tooling improving year after year, it’s an exciting time to be a PHP developer.

Attending PHP conferences allows you to:

• Stay current with the latest PHP versions, best practices, and architectural patterns.
• Learn directly from core contributors, framework maintainers, and industry experts.
• Discover new tools, libraries, and workflows that can improve your daily work.
• Network with developers from all over the world and grow your professional opportunities.

Beyond the talks, conferences are about people. They’re a place to exchange ideas, share challenges, get inspired, and feel part of a welcoming and passionate community.

In‑Person vs Remote

In‑person conferences offer something special: human connection. Meeting fellow developers face‑to‑face, discussing ideas over coffee, and sharing experiences creates a strong sense of community and belonging. These events help strengthen the PHP community and often lead to long‑lasting collaborations and friendships.

That said, not everyone can travel. Budget, time, or personal constraints can make in‑person attendance difficult. Thankfully, many conferences now offer remote or hybrid options, making high‑quality content accessible from anywhere.

In the list below, conferences with a remote option are marked with the 🌐 icon and listed as Online or Hybrid.

Whether you attend in person or online, the most important thing is staying connected and engaged with the PHP ecosystem.

2026 PHP Conferences – The List

🌐 SymfonyOnline – January 2026

• Date: January 22‑23, 2026
• Location: Online
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🇮🇳 Laracon India 2026

• Date: January 31 – February 1, 2026
• Location: Ahmedabad, India
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🇳🇱 Laracon EU 2026

• Date: February 2‑3, 2026
• Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
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🇬🇧 PHP UK Conference 2026

• Date: February 20, 2026
• Location: London, UK
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🇨🇦 ConFoo 2026

• Date: February 25‑27, 2026
• Location: Montreal, Canada
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🇫🇷 SymfonyLive Paris 2026

• Date: March 26‑27, 2026
• Location: Paris, France
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🇩🇪 SymfonyLive Berlin 2026

• Date: April 23‑24, 2026
• Location: Berlin, Germany
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🇮🇹/🌐 phpday 2026

• Date: May 14‑15, 2026
• Location: Verona, Italy (also Online)
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🇺🇸 PHP[TEK] 2026

• Date: May 19‑21, 2026
• Location: Chicago (Rosemont), IL, USA
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🇯🇵 Laravel Live Japan

• Date: May 26‑27, 2026
• Location: Tokyo, Japan
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🇨🇦 SymfonyDay Montreal 2026

• Date: June 4, 2026
• Location: Montreal, Canada
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🇩🇪/🌐 International PHP Conference 2026

• Date: June 8‑12, 2026
• Location: Berlin, Germany (also Online)
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🇭🇷 Web Summer Camp 2026

• Date: July 2‑4, 2026
• Location: Opatija, Croatia
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🇺🇸 Laracon US 2026

• Date: Summer 2026 (TBA)
• Location: United States
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🇫🇷/🌐 API Platform Conference 2026

• Date: September 17‑18, 2026
• Location: Lille, France (also Online)
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🇮🇹 LaravelDay 2026

• Date: November 18, 2026
• Location: Verona, Italy
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🇵🇱 SymfonyCon Warsaw 2026

• Date: November 26‑27, 2026
• Location: Warsaw, Poland
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Final Notes

More events will confirm their dates and locations throughout the year. I’ll keep this list updated as soon as new information becomes available.

If you know of any great PHP conferences that should be added, feel free to suggest them in the comments.

And if you’re planning to attend any of these events, online or in person, let me know. Connecting with fellow PHP enthusiasts is always a pleasure!

Happy coding, and see you at a PHP conference in 2026 🚀