Devcon 8 is almost here!
Tomorrow, thousands of developers, researchers, builders, and community members will come together in Mumbai for four days of learning, collaboration, and conversations about the future of Ethereum.
Whether this is your first Devcon or you've been part of the community for years, we're excited to welcome you. Before you arrive, here's everything you need to know to make the most of your Devcon experience.
Dates: November 3–6, 2026
Venue: Jio World Centre, Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai, India
Doors Open:
8:30 AM IST on November 3
9:00 AM IST on November 4-6
Opening Ceremony: November 3 at 9:30 AM IST, Lotus Stage
All programming takes place at Jio World Centre, with talks, workshops, Community Hubs, and activities happening throughout the venue.
We recommend arriving early on Day 1 to allow enough time to collect your badge, get familiar with the space, and find your way to the Opening Ceremony.
Before entering Devcon, you'll need to collect your attendee badge.
Pre-Registration: November 2
Get ahead of the crowds by picking up your badge the day before Devcon begins.
Date: Monday, November 2
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM IST
Location: Jio World Centre, Level 0, in front of Pavilion 2
Entrance: Drop-off Gate 20
We strongly encourage attendees to take advantage of pre-registration for a smoother arrival on Day 1.
Registration During Devcon
If you can't make it on November 2, you'll still be able to collect your badge when you arrive at the venue during Devcon.
Make sure you have your ticket ready to present at registration.
Important: Your Devcon badge is required for entry. Keep it with you throughout the event.
Your Devcon experience starts before you walk through the doors.
The Devcon app is your go-to resource for navigating the event, planning your days, and staying informed.
Use it to:
Explore the full Devcon 8 schedule
Discover talks, workshops, and speakers
Find your way around with the venue map
Access your ticket offline
Plan which sessions you want to attend
We recommend exploring the schedule and saving your must-see sessions before arriving.
Four days. Hundreds of sessions. Plenty to discover.
Devcon 8 brings together voices from across the Ethereum ecosystem to explore the ideas, research, and technology shaping what's next.
Throughout the week, you'll find programming covering:
Ethereum protocol research and development
Privacy, security, and digital rights
Scaling, interoperability, and infrastructure
Decentralized applications and developer tooling
Public goods, governance, and coordination
Real-world applications and global impact
Day 1 kicks off on November 3 at 9:30 AM IST with the Opening Ceremony, featuring Vitalik Buterin, Nathan Sexer, Audrey Tang, Just Drake, and more on the Lotus Stage.
From there, programming continues across multiple stages and workshop spaces throughout the venue.
With so much happening simultaneously, we recommend taking some time to explore the schedule in advance.
And remember: some of the best Devcon moments happen between sessions.
A big thank you to the organizations helping make Devcon 8 possible!
Visit our supporters' booths throughout the week to meet their teams, explore what they're building, and connect with projects across the Ethereum ecosystem.
Supporters
Base · Gnosis · Kleros · Arkiv · OpenZeppelin · Nethermind · Bitget Wallet · Trail of Bits · ENS · World · Fair Food Data · Dedaub · Circle · Peer · Ordocode · CowSwap · Bitrefill
Impact Teams
SWARM · EAG · Railgun · LFDT · UNICEF · GCC Commons · Nimbus · EEZ · Walletbeat · growthepie · ETH Labs · Crossbar · DAO Fund · Money League · EIPsInsight · Graphene · Kohaku · Gainforest · Zisk · SEAL · ECH Institute · EFF · Red Guild · Fileverse
Devcon is about more than what's happening onstage!
Community Hubs bring together people with shared interests, from privacy and security to open-source development, DeSci, and onchain art.
Stop by to join discussions, participate in workshops, and connect with others across the Ethereum ecosystem.
There's plenty to discover beyond the stages at Devcon 8!
Gaming Zone: Take a break between sessions, explore games, and connect with fellow attendees through some friendly competition. View the programming here.
Open Hardware Zone: In collaboration with Makers Asylum, get hands-on with open hardware, explore creative projects, and discover how builders are bringing open-source technology into the physical world. View their programming throughout Devcon week.
Stop by both zones throughout the week!
There's plenty happening beyond the main stages. Make time to explore the venue and discover the installations, creative spaces, and community-led experiences happening throughout the week.
Art & Creativity
Discover art installations on Level 3, including work from Artists for Freedom and opportunities to participate in poster-making and screen printing.
Music Stage
Take a break from technical sessions and experience the creative side of the Ethereum community, including the Open Source Orchestra, on Level 3.
Community Led Sessions
Here's what's happening each day:
November 3
DeFi 101 | 1:15 PM, Community Led Stage
Builder Enablement x BuidlGuidl | 12:15 PM, Workshop 1
November 4
ETHIndia | 9:30 AM, Community Led Stage
Ethereum Protocol Fellowship | 10:00 AM, Workshop 2
November 5
Open Tech Summit | 9:30 AM, Community Led Stage
Academic Track | 10:00 AM, Lightning Stage
November 6
Career Fair | 10:00 AM, Community Led Stage
All times are in IST. Explore the full schedule to discover the sessions.
You'll have plenty of opportunities to recharge throughout the day.
Lunch: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM IST
Location: Level 0
Between sessions, take time to grab a coffee, meet someone new, or explore another part of the venue.
Mumbai is a vibrant, fast-moving city, and we're excited for you to experience it.
A few tips to help you navigate:
Getting to the Venue
Jio World Centre is located in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), one of Mumbai's major business districts.
Traffic can be unpredictable, especially during peak hours, so plan additional travel time when heading to the venue.
Getting to Devcon with Uber
We've partnered with Uber to make getting to and from Devcon 8 easier! Dedicated Devcon pickup and drop-off locations will be available directly in the Uber app.
Arriving at Devcon
Uber Destination: DEVCON 2026 Drop Off JWCC
Location: Entry Gate 20, Drop-off Point G (inside the gate)
Leaving Devcon
Uber Pickup: DEVCON 2026 Pick Up, JWCC
Location: Exit Gate 19
Look for the dedicated Devcon locations in the Uber app when booking your ride. We recommend allowing extra travel time during peak hours, as Mumbai traffic can get busy!
Transportation
App-based transportation services such as Uber and Ola are widely used in Mumbai.
Arriving by Air?
If you're flying into Mumbai, look out for the Devcon Welcome Booth at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.
Location: Terminal 2 Arrivals, after baggage claim
Dates: October 30 – November 4
Hours: Open 24/7
Stop by to say hello and get a warm welcome to Mumbai!
Devcon 8 is a photographed and recorded event, and attendees may appear in photos, videos, or other media used by event organizers.
We respect your privacy and offer a few ways to help you feel comfortable:
Prefer not to be photographed? Pick up an "I prefer no media" red sticker at registration and wear it throughout the event. Please note that this does not guarantee exclusion from wide audience shots or recordings by other attendees.
Respect others' privacy. Be mindful of attendees wearing red stickers and avoid photographing or recording them.
No smart recording glasses. Meta AI glasses and similar wearable recording devices are prohibited, even when recording functions are turned off.
By attending Devcon, you agree to the event's media policy.
Read the Full Devcon Media Policy
Before heading to Devcon, here are a few things worth remembering:
1. Have your ticket ready.
Make sure you can access your ticket before arriving at registration.
2. Pick up your badge early.
If possible, take advantage of pre-registration on November 2.
3. Plan your schedule, but stay flexible.
Bookmark your must-see talks, but leave room for workshops, spontaneous conversations, and exploring the venue.
4. Bring your essentials.
A laptop or notebook, charger, reusable water bottle, and comfortable shoes will come in handy.
5. Respect the community.
Devcon brings together people from around the world. Be thoughtful, respectful, and mindful of others, including when taking photos or recording.
6. Stay connected.
Keep an eye on official Devcon channels and the app for important announcements, schedule updates, and daily highlights.
Devcon is a place to learn, exchange ideas, challenge assumptions, and build connections that last well beyond the event itself.
Whether you're here to dive into protocol research, discover new projects, meet collaborators, or experience your first Ethereum gathering, we hope you make the most of these four days.
We're looking forward to welcoming you to Mumbai.
See you at Devcon 8, November 3–6! 🇮🇳