Attendee Reception
Wednesday, 7 October
Time: 18:30 – 21:30
Location: Žofín Palace, Slovanský ostrov 226, 110 00 Praha 1, Czechia
Join us at Žofín Palace to continue the conversations beyond the conference venue – the perfect setting for an evening dedicated to connection. After a heavy day of technical tracks, cross the bridge over the Vltava River and enter a grand Neo-Renaissance palace filled with your open source peers. This is your space to step away from the screens, grab a drink, and truly connect.
Whether you’re looking to meet a key maintainer, swap notes on the day’s breakthrough sessions, or find your next collaborator, the palace’s grand ballrooms offer the space to make it happen. Come hungry for local Czech cuisine and ready to kick off an incredible conference with the open source community.
Tux Trek
Thursday, 8 October
Time: 17:20 – 18:20
Location: Solutions Showcase, Level 2 & 3 Foyers
Keep the momentum going after Day 2! Head to the Solutions Showcase for Tux Trek to unwind with drinks, appetizers, and great company. Expect a lively, collaborative evening where you can connect with sponsors, explore cutting-edge tech, and keep the conversations flowing.
Embedded Linux Conference Tech Showcase
Thursday, 8 October
Time: 17:20 – 18:20
Location: Solutions Showcase, Level 2 & 3 Foyers
We’re excited to host the Embedded Linux Technical Showcase at Open Source Summit and Embedded Linux Conference Europe 2026! This unique event brings the world of embedded Linux out into the open, literally. Unlike desktop or server environments, where Linux is front and center, embedded Linux often runs behind the scenes. The goal of this showcase is simple: “Seeing is believing!”
The showcase offers a chance to highlight the real-world applications of embedded Linux through hands-on demos, technical deep dives, and open-source projects. It’s a space for developers to share their work, exchange ideas, and learn directly from each other. By making these projects visible and accessible, we hope to inspire more developers to explore embedded Linux and contribute to its growth.
If you’re a speaker, the showcase is also a great opportunity to expand on your talk with a live demo or hands-on component, and spend more time connecting with attendees who want to dive deeper into your topic.
Interested in participating or want to learn more? Visit this page for more information.
LFX Mentorship Showcase
Thursday, 8 October
Time: 17:20 – 18:20
Location: Solutions Showcase, Level 2 & 3 Foyers
The LFX Mentorship Showcase is an opportunity for graduating mentees of the LFX Mentorship program to showcase the work they completed during their session term.
This event is free and open to all. Join us to explore the experiences of LF Mentorship Program mentees, discover the exciting projects they are working on, recruit fresh talent, and support new developer contributions.
The Linux Foundation’s Mentorship Program helps developers – many of whom are first-time open source contributors – gain the skills and experience necessary to contribute effectively to open source communities.
“Unofficial” After-Hours Hangout Spots
Looking to keep networking after conference activities conclude? We encourage our attendees to patronize the local Prague venues listed below to keep the conversation going.
T.A.T.A. Bar at Novotel Praha Wencesclas Square
Kateřinská 38, 120 00 Nové Město, Czechia
Distance from venue:
1.8 km / 28 min. walk
Business Hours:
12:00 – 24:00 Daily
Discount:
10% Discount on Drinks for participants w/ badges
Restaurant Na Květnici
Na Květnici 700, 140 00 Praha 4-Nusle, Czechia
Distance from venue:
1.1 km / 15 min. walk
Business Hours:
11:00 – 23:00 Daily
Wine Bar Po Letech
5, nám. Hrdinů 1301, Nusle, 140 00 Praha, Czechia
Distance from venue:
950 m / 13 min. walk
Business Hours:
Monday – Friday: 17:00 – 24:00
Closed Saturday & Sunday
*The Linux Foundation has not contracted space or pricing at these venues. Attendees are on their own for all charges.
