Join us in making this 10th year of BarCamp Philly the best yet, as we celebrate a decade of sharing knowledge, community building, and great memories made.
Tickets Sold OutWhat is BarCamp?
BarCamp is an “unconference” – a full day of 6 sessions in 11 rooms of Huntsman Hall. Sessions are on a variety of topics, and the day is created collaboratively – built by the people, for the people. Attendees actually help create the schedule as the day begins.
Want to see more? Check out last year’s sessions.
3730 Walnut Street
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Location
BarCamp Philly will be held in Jon M. Huntsman Hall at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Afterwards we’re headed to The Blarney Stone to celebrate the day!
Efficiency BarCamp Philly is a Green Zero-Waste Event. Before you use the garbage, look for a compost bin. There is also a station to refill water bottles by the bathroom to help reduce waste from plastic bottles. Help us save the planet.
Schedule
It’s an action packed day that starts early, so get some sleep the night before and we’ provide the caffeine to and inspiration for the day!
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8:00am – 9:45am
Registration and Session Building
Start your day by getting your T-shirt and badge. Swing by the breakfast table for some coffee and eats. Head to the board to post your talk! Or just mingle with your fellow BarCampers and watch the board fill up.
Heads up: Get to Huntsman Hall early. Slots fill quickly.
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9:45am – 10:00am
Opening Remarks
Learn what to expect before your first session.
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10:15am – 1:00pm
Morning Sessions (3 Time Slots)
- 10:15am – 11:00am
- 11:15am – 12:00pm
- 12:15pm – 1:00pm
Three sessions, 45 minutes on / 15 minutes off. Find your favorite sessions. If you’re giving a talk, make sure to get to the room early to test your A/V equipment.
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1:00pm – 2:15pm
Lunch
Take a walk around University City, find something good to eat (there’s plenty of it out there). Return in time for the afternoon sessions.
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2:15pm – 5:00pm
Afternoon Sessions (3 Time Slots)
- 2:15pm – 3:00pm
- 3:15pm – 4:00pm
- 4:15pm – 5:00pm
Three additional sessions in the afternoon. Snacks will be available in the main hall, so don’t fear the afternoon food crash.
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5:15pm – 5:45pm
Closing Remarks
Who learned something new? Who met someone new? Who gave a talk that hadn’t before? All questions that will be asked during closing remarks.
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6:00pm - 8:00pm
After Party at The Blarney Stone
Enjoy a drink, have a snack, celebrate your epic session, keep talking to the folks you met. Follow all of your new friends on Twitter. Follow @BarCampPhilly on Twitter. Stay as late as you want, but get home safely.
Sponsors
The companies below make BarCamp Philly happen. We can’t thank them enough.
Ticket Sponsor
Venue Sponsor
After Party Title Sponsor
After Party Drink Sponsor
Bacon Sponsor
Caffeine Sponsor
Wall Decal Sponsor
Sticker Sponsor
Luchador!
Giant
Big
Become a Sponsor
Sponsoring BarCamp Philly is a great way to support an educational community environment, foster learning and collaboration, as well as reach some of the most driven, creative, and tech-savvy people from the region.
More! Add $500 to the Giant or Luchador Level! Set up a recruitment / networking table during the day. This perk is first come, first serve and limited, so get your name in now!
Join BarCamp Philly 2017!
Get your tickets today. Join us on Saturday, October 14th for BarCamp Philly 2017.
BarCamp Philly has a long history of supporting a safe and positive environment. By purchasing a ticket, attendees agree to follow the BarCamp Philly Safe Space Policy.
