# Devcon 8: Know Before You Go 🇮🇳 *Everything you need to know before joining us in Mumbai, November 3–6.* By [Devcon newsletter](https://paragraph.com/@efevents) · 2026-11-02 devcon8, devcon, mumbai, ethereum, opensource --- 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. 📍 When & Where --------------- **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. [**Explore the Venue Map**](https://app.devcon.org/map) 🎟️ Registration & Badge Pickup ------------------------------- 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. 📱 Get the Devcon App --------------------- 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. [**Install the Devcon App**](https://app.devcon.org/) 🎤 Explore the Schedule ----------------------- 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. [**Explore the Full Schedule**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule) 🙏 Meet Our Devcon 8 Supporters ------------------------------- 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 🤝 Discover the Community Hubs ------------------------------ 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. [**Explore the Community Hubs**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule?hubs=1) ⛺️ Explore the Gaming & Open Hardware Zones ------------------------------------------- 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**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule?day=1&community=hub:game-zone). **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**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule?hubs=1&community=hub:open-hardware-zone). Stop by both zones throughout the week! 🛠️ More to Experience at Devcon -------------------------------- 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**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule?hubs=1&community=cls:defi-101) | 1:15 PM, Community Led Stage * [**Builder Enablement x BuidlGuidl**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule?hubs=1&community=cls:buidlguidl) | 12:15 PM, Workshop 1 **November 4** * [**ETHIndia**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule?hubs=1&community=cls:ethindia&day=2) | 9:30 AM, Community Led Stage * [**Ethereum Protocol Fellowship**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule?hubs=1&community=cls:epf) | 10:00 AM, Workshop 2 **November 5** * [**Open Tech Summit**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule?hubs=1&community=cls:ots) | 9:30 AM, Community Led Stage * [**Academic Track**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule?hubs=1&community=cls:academic) | 10:00 AM, Lightning Stage **November 6** * [**Career Fair**](https://app.devcon.org/schedule?hubs=1&community=cls:career-fair&day=4) | 10:00 AM, Community Led Stage All times are in IST. Explore the full schedule to discover the sessions. ☕ Food, Coffee & Breaks ----------------------- 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. 🚕 Getting Around Mumbai ------------------------ 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) * [**View Drop-off Location on Google Maps**](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=19.0625918,72.8676164) **Leaving Devcon** * **Uber Pickup:** DEVCON 2026 Pick Up, JWCC * **Location:** Exit Gate 19 * [**View Pickup Location on Google Maps**](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=19.06348,72.86746) 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! [**Read the Mumbai Travel Guide**](https://devcon.org/en/travel-guide/) 📵 Photography, Recording & Privacy ----------------------------------- 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**](https://docs.google.com/document/d/18zUyAaCU3ECt7tNEfuaQIyy7-nItP-3GosroivC2AME/edit?tab=t.0) 💡 A Few Final Tips ------------------- 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. 🌏 See You in Mumbai! --------------------- 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! 🇮🇳** --- *Originally published on [Devcon newsletter](https://paragraph.com/@efevents/devcon-8-know-before-you-go)*