SEPTEMBER 14–17, 2026 | DENVER, COLORADO
Frequently asked questions
General information
.conf (yes, named after the file) is Splunk's flagship user conference. It’s the most anticipated event of the year created specifically for those who know, use, and love Splunk.
Efficiency is the priority. Our goal is for you to become an expert in leveraging Splunk products to advance your career. We’ll teach you how to detect faster, and work safer and smarter, keeping your organization connected and protected in this volatile AI era.
How, you ask?
With hundreds of hands-on sessions and on-site experts at your disposal, thousands of fellow power users eager to exchange tricks of the trade, and exclusive educational opportunities. We sprinkle in a little (ok, a lot) of fun, too!
A bigger, bolder, Splunkier .conf26 is coming to Denver, Colorado, from September 14–17, 2026! Looking to add on to the experience and boost your earning power? Splunk University takes place September 12–14, offering deeply discounted certifications. Sign up now to get the scoop before anyone else.
Keep your eyes peeled — registration opens spring 2026.
At .conf26, you’ll learn how Splunk can help you make your organization more resilient. And have some fun while you’re at it.
What does that really mean?
- Learn how our advancements in agentic AI will help your organization operate more efficiently.
- Engage with Splunk solution engineers, product developers, executives, and SplunkTrust members.
- Be the first to learn about new product announcements.
- Connect with thousands of industry peers.
- Accelerate your career by participating in interactive sessions and becoming Splunk certified.
- Get hands-on experience with Splunk’s entire product portfolio.
- Dance the night away at the Search Party!
Yes, we offer .conf content on demand. You can watch .conf online, which features breakouts from our 2023-2025 conferences. To access, sign up or log in with a splunk.com account.
Yes, check out the on-demand Global Broadcast where you can watch keynotes and other session replays from .conf25.
Head here to reset your password.
Please email splunkevents@gpj.com and we’ll be happy to help.
Pricing
See the various pricing options here.
Yes! Early bird pricing is in effect from registration launch (coming later this spring) until June 22 at 11:59 pm PT.
Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to splunkevents@gpj.com according to the following schedule:
| Dates | Refund Amount |
|---|---|
| Through June 30, 2026 | Full refund **Less $100 processing fee |
| July 1–August 13, 2026 | 50% refund **Less $100 processing fee |
| August 14, 2026 or later | No refunds |
| Dates | Refund Amount |
|---|---|
| Through June 30, 2026 | Full refund **Less $100 processing fee |
| July 1–August 13, 2026 | 50% refund **Less $100 processing fee |
| August 14, 2026 or later | No refunds |
Call for Submissions
We’ll be accepting proposals from March 2–March 26.
Proposals are due on March 26.
Yes! Join the webinar on March 12, 12–1 pm PT to learn what a successful proposal looks like and ask questions directly to our review committee.
We’ll notify you if your submission has been accepted or declined in mid May.
Anyone with relevant experience or expertise, including Splunk and Cisco customers, partners, and employees.
Proposals are reviewed based on relevance, originality, technical depth, and how well they align with the .conf26 themes. Please review our Track Guidance document for more information on the .conf26 track storylines and themes.
Selected speakers have the opportunity to receive dedicated coaching, a complimentary .conf26 pass, and exclusive speaker swag — plus the opportunity to inspire and shape the future of the Splunk community.
If you can no longer participate in the event, please email splunkspeakers@gpj.com to withdraw your submission.
Yes, sessions may be recorded and made available to attendees online after the event. Please keep this in mind as you read our speaker agreement.
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