FAQ

What is the format of the event?

The event takes place in person on October 22 & 23, 2026, with a kick off party the evening of October 21. The event will deliver two days of keynotes, conference sessions, poster sessions, and workshops; networking opportunities with over 3,500 attendees working in the open agentic AI ecosystem in; and a solutions showcase featuring over 100 sponsors. 

Is there a virtual component to the event?

Keynote sessions will be livestreamed, and anyone can sign up to watch at no cost on the website. In addition, all sessions are being recorded and will be publicly available on the AAIF YouTube channel for anyone that is unable to attend.

What is the value of participating in this event?

AGNTCon + MCPCon provides practical insight into how teams are building, securing, evaluating, and operating AI agents in production. Through technical sessions, hands-on workshops, and conversations with the people building MCP and the broader agentic stack, you’ll compare approaches, learn what works, and connect with others tackling similar challenges.

Where is the event taking place? What is the time zone for the event?

The event will take place in San Jose, CA at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. Content will begin daily at 9:00 AM or 9:00 AM Pacific Standard Time (PST) over two consecutive days. The online schedule will automatically display in PST. 

Registration and badge pick-up begin at 2:00pm on Wednesday, October 21 and we encourage attendees to pick up their badge early to avoid lines. Registration and badge pick-up will be open at 7:30am PST on the conference days. 

Please also check the schedule for co-located events you may want to participate in, and don’t forget to join us for the AI Community Bash on the evening of Wednesday, October 21 at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center – a joint party with attendees of PyTorch Conference North America featuring a concert by hip hop legends De La Soul.

Will you have vegan / gluten-free / dairy-free / Kosher / Halal, etc. meals available onsite?

We account for a portion of attendees that need vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals – these are typically readily available at all snack breaks, lunches, and receptions. No special order is required and you can indicate your preference/need during registration.

For those that need a special order meal such as Kosher or Halal, we do ask that you contact us so that we may place these orders in advance of the event. Most catering companies are unable to prepare/order these types of meals on the day they are needed as they are made in offsite kitchens.

Note that we are also a peanut-free event. If you have another severe food allergy, please contact us. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate your need(s).

Will all sessions be recorded?

Yes! all sessions are being recorded and will be publicly available on the AAIF YouTube channel for anyone that is unable to attend.

Can I bring my child with me to my session?

KubeCon + CloudNativeCon is a professional conference. If you’d like to bring your child to a session or two for a special reason (e.g. family/friend is speaking, interest in the subject) we will allow an exception but we ask for respect of the other attendees and their onsite experience. If needed, we do offer onsite child care. Please note that you must sign your child up in advance and sign-ups do close approximately one month in advance of the event.

What safety measures will be taken onsite for in-person attendees?

Review our Health + Safety guidelines for current information.

What is the cost for the event and how do I register?

There are registration options fit for all!

I am a full-time student but don’t have a student ID. How can I register for the Academic pass type?

To verify student status for academic registration, we accept any official document that confirms full-time enrollment at a university. This can include:

• A current and valid student ID card (if available)
• An admissions letter or proof of enrollment from the university
• Any other official document issued by the institution that confirms full-time student status.

Are Exhibit Hall Passes available?

We are offering an Expo + Party Pass for $149 which access to the exhibit hall, and to our evening events. It offers all benefits of a regular Conference Pass without any of the conference sessions or content, and does not include lunch. View pass options and inclusions in more detail on our registration page.

Are Guest Passes available?

At this time, we are unable to offer guest passes or visitor passes for access to the event. Due to our security and access policies, all attendees must be registered and obtain a conference badge to enter any part of the conference venue.

I need to cancel my registration. Can I get a refund?

If you must cancel for any reason, please sign back into your registration, click the “Register/Modify” button, and select “Unregister.” Refunds will only be issued for cancellations received two weeks prior to the main event start date (including bulk ticket invoice requests, co-located events, and add-ons), and will appear as a credit on the card’s statement 7 – 10 business days after cancellation. Refunds can only be issued on the card the original payment was made.

Please note that all refunds are subject to a 6% processing fee.

If I cannot attend the event, can I substitute someone from my company to attend in my place?

Yes. If you are unable to attend, you may substitute another attendee in lieu of cancellation. To substitute an attendee, sign back into your registration, click the “Register/Modify” button, and select “Transfer Registration” on your confirmation page. If you need further assistance, email [email protected].

Where can I find my invoice? Where do I get a group invoice?

The invoice download link is located under the Payment Receipt Information section of your registration confirmation email.

Should you need a group registration invoice receipt, please submit a request.

Can AAIF send me an invitation letter for the conference as proof for my visa?

We do offer visa invitation letters to attendees that are registered to attend an event. Provision of a visa letter by The Linux Foundation does not guarantee visa approval, which is made at the sole discretion of the government of the event’s host country. We suggest reaching out to your local embassy or consulate to see if there is enough time to receive a visa letter before the event.

How can I show that I attended the event?

A Certificate of Attendance can be downloaded directly from your LFX dashboard by navigating to the “Past Events” section in the LF Events column. Please note that we verify attendance through the registration system, and certificates will only be available.