CFP Deadline Moved to 31 July 2026

The PyCon Ireland 2026 Call for Proposals now closes on 31 July 2026. Here is why we brought the deadline forward and what it means for you.

We’ve moved the deadline for the PyCon Ireland 2026 Call for Proposals forward to 31 July 2026. It was previously set to 30 August. The submission page on Sessionize already reflects the new date.

If you were planning to submit, please get your proposal in by 31 July 2026.

Why We Brought the Deadline Forward

There are two reasons behind this change, and both are about giving people the time they need to do things well.

Giving the programme committee room to review properly

Building a great schedule takes careful work. With dozens of proposals to read, discuss, and compare, the programme committee needs enough time to give every submission a fair and thorough review. Closing the CFP at the end of August left a tight window between the deadline and the point where we have to lock in the schedule. By moving to 31 July, we give the committee the breathing room to evaluate each proposal on its merits, balance the tracks, and make thoughtful decisions rather than rushed ones.

Giving speakers time to plan their trip to Dublin

PyCon Ireland brings speakers from across Ireland and beyond. Travelling to Dublin means booking flights, arranging accommodation, sorting out time off, and sometimes applying for visas or financial aid. The sooner we can confirm accepted talks, the sooner speakers can start planning, and the less stressful and less expensive that planning tends to be. An earlier deadline means earlier notifications, which is better for everyone making the journey.

What This Means for You

  • The new deadline is 31 July 2026. Submit before then.
  • Decisions will follow sooner. Bringing the deadline forward lets us notify accepted speakers earlier, so you can lock in travel and accommodation with more lead time.
  • Nothing else changes. We still welcome proposals from first-time and experienced speakers alike, across the full range of topics, in both full-talk (30 minutes) and lightning-talk (5 minutes) formats.

Ready to Submit?

Head over to our proposal submission page and tell us what you’d like to talk about. If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected].

We can’t wait to read your proposals, and we’re looking forward to seeing you in Dublin on 17 October 2026.

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