KCD Open Call for Proposals

The 2026 KCDs are up and running! These events are hosted by local communities and supported by CNCF. Please note, any speaker support will come from the funds the KCD organizers raise through sponsorships.

  • 7 events
  • Managed by Audra Montenegro Helena Spease

KCD Beijing 2026

我们邀请您为 Kubernetes 社区日(KCD)北京提交演讲提案!

KCD 北京是一场为期一天的2026年 3 月 21 日北京海淀线下举行的社区主导会议,重点关注 Kubernetes 和云原生技术。它汇集了开发者、运维工程师、技术爱好者等等,以分享知识、协作和交流。

加入我们,一起学习、协作和探索 Kubernetes 生态系统的最新进展。无论您是经验丰富的开发人员还是刚刚开始云原生之旅,KCD 北京都能满足每个人的需求。最重要的是,本次活动完全免费!

另外,社区合作伙伴和志愿者火热召集中!

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合作社区/媒体权益:

  • 在宣传文章和海报展示社区标志(logo)简介等。
  • KCD线下的宣传展板/海报获得露出,如社区标志(logo)等
  • 合作社区可申请现场展位,开源项目优先,席位有限。

合作社区/媒体义务

通过自有社区平台,微信公众号,微信群,视频号、抖音、哔哩哔哩等多社区渠道进行活动内容,活动现场直播等转发。

  • 社区的社群/朋友圈里转发大会的相关宣传文章、海报、视频和直播间地址
  • 社区联合直播:视频号、抖音、哔哩哔哩等渠道转播 Keynote(拉流或推流)
  • 社区其他自有媒体渠道进行宣传

如何申请

申请截止日期

请在 2026年3月8日 前提交您的申请。名额有限,先到先得!

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志愿者职责

作为志愿者,您将在活动当天扮演关键角色,确保活动的顺利进行。具体职责包括但不限于:

  • 签到与引导
  • 场地布置与维护
  • 讲师与嘉宾支持
  • 后勤与物资管理
  • 技术支持

我们需要的你

  • 热情主动:乐于助人,愿意为活动的成功贡献自己的时间和精力。
  • 良好的沟通能力:能够与团队成员和参会者有效沟通,解决问题。
  • 责任心强:能够按时到场,并履行分配的任务。
  • 团队合作精神:愿意与其他志愿者和工作人员紧密合作,共同完成任务。
  • 基本的英语能力(优先考虑):能够协助处理可能的国际参会者需求。

志愿者福利

  • 免费参与:免费获得KCD北京站的门票,享受全天的活动内容。
  • 专属纪念品:领取志愿者专属T恤和纪念品。
  • 餐饮支持:提供全天的餐饮和饮品。
  • 网络与资源:与行业专家和其他志愿者建立宝贵的人脉。

如何申请

如果您对成为KCD北京站的志愿者感兴趣,请按照以下步骤申请:

  • 填写申请表:【2026 北京 KCD 志愿者征集表】
  • 面试与确认:我们将在收到申请后联系您,进行简短的面试和职责确认。
  • 简单培训/准备:活动前将安排简短的prep,确保您了解所有职责和流程。

申请截止日期

请在 2026年3月8日 前提交您的申请。名额有限,先到先得!

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联系我们

如有任何疑问,请通过以下方式联系我们:

qhao@redhat.com; furao@secondstate.io; zhangjintao9020@gmail.com

我们邀请您为 Kubernetes 社区日(KCD)北京提交演讲提案!KCD 北京是一场为期一天的2026年 3 月 21 日北京海淀线下举行的社区主导会议,重点关注 Kubernetes 和云原生技术。它汇集了开发者、运维工程师、技术爱好者等等,以分享知识、协作和交流。加入我们,一起学习、协作和探索 Kubernetes 生态系统的最新进展。无论您是经验丰富的开发人员还是刚刚开始云原生之旅,KCD 北京都能满足每个人的需求。最重要的是,本次活动完全免费!另外,社区合作伙伴和志愿者火热召集中!-... Show more

KCD Texas 2026

🚀 Call for Speakers: KCD Texas 2026 🌟

Are you ready to lead the conversation on cloud-native innovation? On May 15, 2026, KCD Texas will take over the TCEA Conference Center for a day filled with cutting-edge discussions, hands-on learning, and networking with the Kubernetes and cloud-native community. This community-driven event, hosted by volunteers of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF), is where big Texas ideas meet the Kubernetes ecosystem.

We’re calling for visionary speakers to lead transformative sessions, including:


🎓 Hands-On Workshops

Guide attendees through Kubernetes-related projects, real-world problem-solving, and practical implementation. Help participants build confidence and technical expertise to innovate within their cloud-native environments.


🎤 Interactive Sessions

Share your insights, present unique use cases, or showcase live demos. Equip attendees with actionable strategies to tackle cloud-native challenges and drive adoption of Kubernetes and CNCF tools.


Whether you're an experienced presenter or a first-timer with fresh ideas, KCD Texas is the perfect platform to showcase your knowledge, foster collaboration, and inspire innovation within the community.


Submit your talk today and help us shape the future of cloud-native technologies. Together, let’s create an unforgettable day of learning and impact in Austin! 🌐✨

🚀 Call for Speakers: KCD Texas 2026 🌟Are you ready to lead the conversation on cloud-native innovation? On May 15, 2026, KCD Texas will take over the TCEA Conference Center for a day filled with cutting-edge discussions, hands-on learning, and netw... Show more

KCD Helsinki 2026

On May 20th, 2026, the Kubernetes and Cloud Native Community will gather in Helsinki for an exciting one-day, in-person technical conference celebrating the cloud-native ecosystem. Supported by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) and organized by the Cloud Native Finland community, this event is your chance to connect, learn, and collaborate with like-minded professionals.

KCD Helsinki will bring together hundreds of engineers, IT professionals, architects, and cloud native stakeholders from Finland and beyond. Expect engaging technical talks, open source project demos, and opportunities for networking with local and international speakers and attendees.

Whether you're sharing success stories, tackling lessons learned, or exploring the latest tools and technologies, KCD Helsinki is the perfect event to celebrate all things Kubernetes and cloud-native.

First-time speaker?

First time submitting? You do not need to be a chief architect or long-time industry pundit to submit a proposal, in fact, we strongly encourage first-time speakers to submit talks for this event. And we are looking for many more diverse voices!

On May 20th, 2026, the Kubernetes and Cloud Native Community will gather in Helsinki for an exciting one-day, in-person technical conference celebrating the cloud-native ecosystem. Supported by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) and organiz... Show more

KCD Kuala Lumpur 2026

🌏 About Kubernetes Community Days (KCD) Kuala Lumpur 2026

KCD Kuala Lumpur 2026 is a community-driven event that brings together cloud native enthusiasts, practitioners, and experts from across Malaysia, APAC region and all over the world. As part of the global Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) initiative, KCD Kuala Lumpur serves as a platform to learn, collaborate and celebrate all things Kubernetes and cloud native.

We’re organizing the event to feature in-depth sessions, hands-on workshops, technical deep dives, and community activities designed to inspire both beginners and seasoned professionals. Whether you’re exploring your first Kubernetes deployment or managing large-scale production clusters, KCD Kuala Lumpur 2026 aims to create meaningful conversations and practical learning experiences that everyone can take home.

This event is proudly organized by local community leaders from Cloud Native Kuala Lumpur who are passionate about building a stronger cloud native ecosystem in Malaysia. Expect a vibrant mix of technical talks, real-world case studies, networking opportunities, panel discussions, and live demos — all shaped by the community, for the community.

Join us in Kuala Lumpur as we connect, share knowledge, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the cloud native and open source world.

Let’s grow the ecosystem, elevate local talent and drive innovation together at KCD Kuala Lumpur 2026!


#TeamCloudNative #TeamOpenSource

🌏 About Kubernetes Community Days (KCD) Kuala Lumpur 2026KCD Kuala Lumpur 2026 is a community-driven event that brings together cloud native enthusiasts, practitioners, and experts from across Malaysia, APAC region and all over the world. As part of... Show more

KCD New Delhi

Kubernetes Community Days (KCD) Delhi 2026 is all about bringing together the vibrant cloud native and open-source community from across India to learn, share, and grow together. 

This is the first-ever KCD in Delhi, and we’re creating a space where ideas, experiences, and innovation meet -  from Kubernetes and DevOps to AI, platform engineering, and sustainability.

We’re looking for talks that tell real stories - what worked, what didn’t, lessons learned, and demos that inspire others to build better. Whether you’re a first-time speaker or a seasoned practitioner, this is your chance to be part of a passionate community that celebrates collaboration and learning. 

So if you’ve got a user story, project, or insight that could help others in the cloud native world - submit your session and take the stage at KCD Delhi 2026!

Kubernetes Community Days (KCD) Delhi 2026 is all about bringing together the vibrant cloud native and open-source community from across India to learn, share, and grow together. This is the first-ever KCD in Delhi, and we’re creating a space where i... Show more

KCD Guadalajara 2026

KCD Guadalajara 2026:

    Kubernetes Community Day Guadalajara, an event supported by the CNCF that gathers adopters from open source and cloud native communities for education, collaboration, and networking. This will be the third KCD in the country of Mexico.




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KCD Guadalajara 2026:

    Kubernetes Community Day Guadalajara, un evento apoyado por la Cloud Native Computing Foundation con el objetivo de fomentar el aprendizaje y colaboración alrededor de tecnologías cloud native y proyectos de codigo abierto. Este será el tercer KCD que se realiza en México.

KCD Guadalajara 2026:    Kubernetes Community Day Guadalajara, an event supported by the CNCF that gathers adopters from open source and cloud native communities for education, collaboration, and networking. This will be the third KCD in the country ... Show more

KCD Sri Lanka 2025

Kubernetes Community Days Sri Lanka (KCD Sri Lanka) 2025 marks the third time this incredible event is being held in Sri Lanka, proudly supported by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF). This community-organized event continues to foster the growth and sustainability of the Kubernetes and cloud-native community, bringing together adopters and technologists from open source and cloud-native ecosystems.


Sri Lanka is home to a thriving group of Cloud Native enthusiasts, students, professionals, and technology leaders. KCD Sri Lanka serves as a vital platform for this community to come together, while also connecting with tech communities across India and neighboring countries. Attendees are offered a unique opportunity to experience the spirit of conferences like KubeCon + CloudNativeCon, enriched by the vibrant cultural heritage of Sri Lanka.


We invite you to be part of this exciting journey where technology meets tradition — creating meaningful connections, driving innovation, and contributing to the advancement of the cloud-native landscape.


#KCDSL2025 #TechCommunity #CulturalHeritage

Kubernetes Community Days Sri Lanka (KCD Sri Lanka) 2025 marks the third time this incredible event is being held in Sri Lanka, proudly supported by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF). This community-organized event continues to foster the ... Show more

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KCD Open Call for Proposals

KCDs (Kubernetes Community Days) are community-organized events that gather adopters and technologists from open source and cloud native communities for education, collaboration, and networking. KCDs are supported by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation. These fun, locally-defined events help grow and sustain the Kubernetes and Cloud Native communities.