The Cardano Foundation has officially announced the dates and locations for the Cardano Summit 2024, which will take place simultaneously across three continents from September 12-15, 2024. The multi-city approach aims to make the summit more accessible to the global Cardano community while showcasing the ecosystem's worldwide impact.
Global Venues
The summit will be hosted in three major cities, each representing a significant region for blockchain adoption:
- Austin, Texas (USA) - Austin Convention Center, September 12-14
- Tokyo, Japan - Tokyo International Forum, September 13-15
- Barcelona, Spain - Fira Barcelona Gran Via, September 13-14
Each location will feature unique programming tailored to regional interests while sharing core keynotes and major announcements via live streaming between venues.
Summit Focus
The 2024 summit theme, "Building Beyond Borders," will highlight Cardano's progress in creating borderless financial and social systems. The event will showcase real-world applications and impact stories from across the ecosystem.
Key tracks at the summit will include:
- Enterprise adoption and commercial partnerships
- Technical roadmap and upcoming protocol improvements
- Governance and decentralized decision-making
- Social impact initiatives in developing economies
- Developer workshops and hackathon competitions
Registration Details
Early bird registration will open on March 15, 2024, with tiered pricing options and special discounts for developers, students, and community contributors. Virtual attendance options will also be available for those unable to attend in person.
"The Cardano Summit has grown substantially each year, reflecting the expansion of our ecosystem," said Frederik Gregaard, CEO of the Cardano Foundation. "By hosting the event across three continents, we're making it more accessible while emphasizing our global community approach to blockchain development."
