Grow Your Career at PLA 2026!
Join us in the vibrant city of Minneapolis, April 1-3, to learn best practices you can immediately apply in your library, grow your professional network, and power up your skills and confidence.
This three-day event is jam-packed with over 100 educational sessions, awe-inspiring speakers, bestselling authors, networking opportunities, and an exhibits hall with vendors offering the best library products and solutions. Whether you’re a seasoned library professional or new to the field, there is something for everyone at PLA 2026.
“PLA is one of my favorite conferences… relevant, interesting,
and fresh programming content.”
—PLA 2024 attendee, post-conference survey
Awe-Inspiring Speakers
Learning at Every Pace
One of the things that makes the PLA Conference special is the flexibility built into the program. At PLA 2026, you can design a learning experience that fits your schedule, energy level, and preferred engagement style.
From quick Hot Takes and 20-minute How-To sessions to hour-long programs and Deep Dives, you can build a conference schedule that fits your style.
Meet Minneapolis
Minneapolis is a vibrant city that beautifully blends culture, cuisine, and natural beauty. The name Minneapolis reflects the city’s deep connection to water, with “mni” meaning “water” in Dakota and “polis” meaning “city” in Greek. This unique fusion captures the essence of the community, where the Mississippi River and 22 beautiful lakes shape the lifestyle, providing both leisure and economic opportunities for generations.
You’ll often hear the phrase “Minnesota Nice” in many languages. Since its founding in 1867, Minneapolis has welcomed people worldwide, enriching the culture with diversity and a strong commitment to social justice. Today, nearly half a million residents call this city home, drawn by Fortune 500 companies, a robust public university system, and neighborhoods bursting with character, along with a shared passion for biking, local breweries, and our famous “Jucy Lucy” burgers (and yes, it is spelled “jucy,” but you’ll have to visit Matt’s Bar to learn why!).
MSP Airport is within a 3-hour flight from almost everywhere in the U.S., and the Light rail connects attendees straight to the city’s compact, walkable downtown with dozens of entertainment options. The Minneapolis Skyways—enclosed, second-level walkways connecting buildings in 80 blocks—keep you comfortable and dry year-round.
Minneapolis boasts an array of award-winning restaurants, captivating performances, thrilling sporting events, and picturesque parks, ensuring your visit is filled with endless entertainment. Visit minneapolis.org to start exploring Minneapolis, the City by Nature!