How to Sponsor
Sponsors
How to Sponsor Drupal GovCon
We offer a number of sponsorship options to help you meet your goals. Choose your sponsorship level and secure your spot early.
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Core tiers at a glance
| Tier | Slots | Early BirdEB | RegularReg | ProcrastinatorProc | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | 3 | $8,660 | $9,530 | $10,313 | Fixed |
| Maintainer | 8 | $7,060 | $7,770 | $8,400 | Fixed |
| Contributor | 10 | $4,730 | $5,200 | $5,625 | Fixed |
| Supporter | 12 | $2,630 | $2,890 | $3,125 | Fixed |
Pricing/availability reflect the sponsorship graphics; confirm current availability during checkout.
In-Person Sponsorship Opportunities for Agencies
| Core | Maintainer | Contributor | Supporter | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Availability | ||||
| Availability | 1 | 8 | 10 | 12 |
| Early Bird (April 22 - May 26) | $8,660 | $7,060 | $4,730 | $2,630 |
| Regular (May 27 - July 7) | $9,530 | $7,770 | $5,200 | $2,890 |
| Procrastinator (July 8 - August 7) | $10,313 | $8,400 | $5,625 | $3,125 |
| Engagement | ||||
| Pre-Event Demographic Attendee Information | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Post-Event Demographic Attendee Information | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Expo Booth (6x3) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Booth Selection Priority (order of purchase) | First | Second | ||
| Scavenger Hunt | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Silent 60 second video/logo looped throughout the day | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Webinar email + Webinar Attendee List | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Guaranteed Drupal4Gov Session | 2 | 1 | ||
| Featured in Pre-event email | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Keynote Introduction | ✓ | |||
| Pre-Recorded 90 Second Video Before or After Keynote | ✓ | |||
| Social Media Post (during the 2026-2027 year) | 5 | 4 | 3 | |
Training Sponsorship Opportunities
| Full-Day | Half-Day | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | ||
| Availability | 4 | 8 |
| Cost | In-Kind | In-Kind |
| Flat Rate Exhibitor Booth Upgrade Available | + $2,600 (limited) | + $2,600 (limited) |
| Engagement | ||
| Pre-Event Demographic Attendee Information | ✓ | ✓ |
| Post-Event Demographic Attendee Information | ✓ | ✓ |
| Featured in Trainer Pre-event email | ✓ | ✓ |
| Social Media Post | 2 | 2 |
| Branding | ||
| Logo (or Name) on Drupal.org | ✓ | ✓ |
| Logo (or Name) on Drupal GovCon website | ✓ | ✓ |
| Logo (or Name) on Conference Room | ✓ | ✓ |
| Event Exclusives | ||
| Contribution Credits | ✓ | ✓ |
| Thank you Reception Tickets (Sponsor Ribbons) | 2 | 2 |
| Early Admittance Lunch Tickets (Sponsor Ribbons) | 2 | 2 |
Media Sponsorship Opportunities
| Media Sponsor | |
|---|---|
| Availability | |
| Availability | 2 |
| Cost | In-Kind |
| Engagement | |
| Pre-Event Demographic Attendee Information | ✓ |
| Post-Event Demographic Attendee Information | ✓ |
| Featured in Pre-event email | ✓ |
| Expo Booth | ✓ |
| Social Media Post | 3 |
| Branding | |
| Logo (or Name) on Drupal.org | ✓ |
| Logo (or Name) on Drupal GovCon website | ✓ |
| Logo (or Name) on Print Signage | ✓ |
| Logo (or Name) on Conference T-Shirt | ✓ |
| Event Exclusives | |
| Contribution Credits | ✓ |
| Thank you Reception Tickets (Sponsor Ribbons) | 3 |
| Early Admittance Lunch Tickets (Sponsor Ribbons) | 3 |
In-Person Sponsorship Opportunities for 501(c)(3) Nonprofits & Educational Institutions
| Maintainer | Contributor | Supporter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Availability | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Early Bird (April 22 - May 26) | $3,550 | $2,365 | $1,315 |
| Regular (May 27 - July 7) | $3,910 | $2,600 | $1,450 |
| Procrastinator (July 8 - August 7) | $4,440 | $2,960 | $1,640 |
| Engagement | |||
| Pre-Event Demographic Attendee Information | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Post-Event Demographic Attendee Information | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Expo Booth (6x3) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Booth Selection Priority (order of purchase) | Second | ||
| Scavenger Hunt | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Silent 60 second video/logo looped throughout the day | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Webinar email + Webinar Attendee List | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Guaranteed Drupal4Gov Session | 1 | ||
| Featured in Pre-event email | ✓ | ||
| Social Media Post | 4 | 3 | |
| Branding | |||
| Logo (or Name) on Drupal.org | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Logo (or Name) on Drupal GovCon website | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Logo (or Name) on Print Signage | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Logo (or Name) on Conference T-Shirt | ✓ | ||
| Event Exclusives | |||
| Contribution Credits | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Thank you Reception Tickets | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Lunch Tickets | 4 | 3 | 2 |
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
| Travel Sponsor | Coffee Sponsor | Scholarship Sponsor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Availability | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| Cost | $2,100 | $1,050 | $525 |
| Flat Rate Exhibitor Booth Upgrade Available | + $2,600 (limited) | + $2,600 (limited) | + $2,600 (limited) |
| Engagement | |||
| Pre-Event Demographic Attendee Information | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Post-Event Demographic Attendee Information | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Featured Media |
Featured in Travel Page Featured in pre-event travel Email |
Featured in pre-event email | Featured on Website Scholarship Page |
| Morning/Afternoon Announcements Shoutout | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Social Media Post | 2 | 1 | |
| Branding | |||
| Logo (or Name) on Drupal.org | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Logo (or Name) on Drupal GovCon website | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Logo (or Name) on Conference Rooms | ✓ | ||
| Logo (or Name) on Print Signage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Event Exclusives | |||
| Contribution Credits | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Thank you Reception Tickets (Sponsor Ribbons) | ✓ | 2 | 2 |
| Lunch Tickets (Sponsor Ribbons) | ✓ | 2 | 2 |
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to:
[email protected]
by the dates listed below.
| Cancellation Received | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| By May 10,2026 | 25% cancellation fee |
| By June 10,2026 | 50% cancellation fee |
| By July 11,2026 | 75% cancellation fee |
Call for Speakers
Call for Speakers
Drupal GovCon brings together people from all over the country who use, develop, design, and support the Drupal platform with a focus in government. Although there is a focus on government, there is also a heavy representation of attendees from the private, non-profit, trade unions, and education sectors as well.
Drupal GovCon is the heartbeat of the DC Drupal community. We come together for three days every year, to learn, improve, and innovate as a community. Drupal GovCon will feature a full schedule of educational, contribution, and networking opportunities.
On this page:
- Timeline
- Program Details
- Submit a Session
Timeline
- June 8th - Call for speakers opens
- June 26th - Call for speakers closes
- July 9th - Speakers notified
- July 13th - Full Drupal GovCon schedule published
Program Details
- Content will be presented in person on Wednesday, August 11th - Friday, August 13th between 9:00am - 5:00pm Eastern.
- Facilitators, presenters, and volunteers will receive contribution credit for the Drupal GovCon 2026 project.
- For detailed information on the Tracks for Drupal GovCon please take a look at the Session Tracks page
- Check out our Submission Guidelines page for some basics on submitting a session
Submit A Session
Interested in being a speaker at Drupal GovCon? the Call for Speakers page provides timelines and information on session tracks and our Submissions Guidelines page provides basic helpful information for submitting a session.
Volunteer Roles
Volunteering
Volunteer at Drupal GovCon
It’s that time folks: Let’s suit up and rock this conference!
We have roles for people who want to help during the conference, before the conference, and after the conference. There are a ton of ways you can support the Drupal GovCon community.
Who We Need
Any questions about your role will be answered here.
Equipment Coordinator Volunteers
- Ensure event equipment is purchased with the event lead (e.g., adapters, stanchions, etc.).
- Maintain a system to track equipment so nothing is lost or misplaced.
Room Monitor Volunteers
- Check in at Helpdesk 5–10 minutes before a session starts.
- Take a gender count 15 minutes into the session.
- Turn headcount in to helpdesk.
Accessibility Coordinator Volunteers
- Attend walkthroughs to ensure the facility is accessible.
- Ensure an ASL translator is available for attendees who need translation services.
- Work with the design team so event maps clearly show accessible routes.
- Coordinate directly with attendees who need accessibility services.
Help Desk Volunteers
- Go to the registration help desk 5–10 minutes before shift start.
- Answer questions and collect Lost+Found items.
- Be familiar with venue basics (bathrooms, exits, food/beverage stations).
- Know the conference guide and help attendees find session rooms.
Registration Volunteers
- Check attendees in using the online system.
- Distribute Drupal GovCon badges.
- Provide t-shirt ticket and direct attendees upstairs for t-shirts.
Keynote Volunteers
- Ensure keynote speakers are in place immediately after arrival.
- Ensure technical equipment is functioning and speakers know how to use it.
- Coordinate with sound booth, if needed (audio/video beyond microphones).
- Ensure mic stands are available for questions.
- Cue keynote with minutes left during keynote session.
Signage Volunteers
- Be comfortable carrying/lifting moderately heavy items.
- Assemble and place signage throughout the venue as directed.
Scholarship Reviewer Volunteers
- Review scholarship submissions via Google Forms.
- Attend meetings organized by the Scholarship Lead.
Clean Up Crew Volunteers
- Remove all signage.
- Ensure exhibit area is broken down (vendors remove their own materials).
Lunch Volunteers
- No badge, no lunch.
- Stand near food lines and verify badge + confirmation sticker/icon.
- Walk lines to remind attendees about badge requirement + lunch logistics.
- Be courteous but firm; direct issues to the help desk.
Session Reviewer Volunteers
- Review sessions submitted by speakers in Sessionize.
- Attend meetings organized by the Session Review Lead.
Event Photographer
- Take candid photos throughout the event.
On the Loss of Our Friend
On the Loss of Our Friend
A note from Kirsten Burgard, Drupal4Gov President.
On March 30, 2020, James King , a core member and creator of the Drupal4Gov organization, passed away.
James was passionate about making it possible for government employees to attend Drupal GovCon. It was his passion that led to the creation of the travel award, and every year he participated in selecting award recipients.
In honor of his giving spirit, the Drupal4Gov Foundation will honor his legacy by naming the Drupal GovCon travel award the James King Memorial Scholarship.
James leaves behind his wife, Carla, and daughter, Sarah.
— Kirsten Burgard
What is Drupal GovCon?
About
What is Drupal GovCon?
Drupal GovCon brings together people from all over the country who use, develop, design, and support the Drupal platform with a focus on government,
Drupal GovCon is the heartbeat of the DC Drupal community. We come together for three days every year to learn, improve, and innovate as a community.
Why Attend Drupal GovCon?
- Learn about the latest improvements to Drupal
- Build a stronger network within the DC Drupal community
- Tracks for everyone
- The conference is FREE to attend
Planning for Drupal GovCon
- Budget for travel and lodging (conference is free)
- Highlight valuable sessions to your manager
Make an Impact
- Sponsor Drupal GovCon — [email protected]
- Contribute in our Coder Lounge
- Volunteer for future events
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Travel
Venue & Travel
Travel, Venue & Parking
Drupal GovCon takes place at the Stamp Student Union on the University of Maryland, College Park campus—near I‑495 and the College Park Metro (Green Line).
Quick Facts
Venue
- Stamp Student Union (UMD, College Park)
- College Park Metro nearby
- Easy access from I‑495
Parking
- Union Lane Garage
- ParkMobile & pay stations
- Lot 1 free evenings & weekends
Airports
- DCA
- BWI
- IAD
Conference Venue
Located on the University of Maryland, College Park campus—conveniently located off I‑495 and close to the College Park Metro station on the Green Line.
By Metro
Take the Green Line to College Park–U of MD.
By Car
Easy access from I‑495 with visitor parking nearby.
On Campus
Walkable campus with food, services, and nearby hotels.
Paid + Free Parking Options
Paid Parking
- Union Lane Garage
- Pay stations available
- Credit card, cash, or ParkMobile
- Pay immediately after parking
- Validation codes only at pay stations
Free Parking
Available after 4 PM weekdays and all weekend in Lot 1.
Take a photo of your parking location, pay immediately after parking, and use validation codes only at pay stations.
Nearby Airports
Getting from the Airport
Plan for Metro, rideshare, or rental car depending on your arrival time and lodging location.
Where to Stay
We have room blocks at two College Park Hotels for the conference dates: The Hotel at UMD and Cambria. Last day to book is July 30, 2026.
Hotel at UMD
Venue
Where to Stay
Room block has expired
Our discounted group rate ended July 30, 2026. Rooms may still be available at The Hotel at UMD, but reservations will be made at the best available rate.
Our conference hotel for Drupal GovCon is The Hotel at UMD, conveniently located just minutes from the University of Maryland campus and the conference venue.
Conference Hotel
The Hotel at UMD
Stay close to campus and conference activities.
Room block: Expired July 30, 2026 — best available rate applies
Reservations: (301) 277-7777 (dial 2)
Website: Book A Room
Room Type
Standard Queen/Queen room.
- Sleeps up to 4 guests
- Rates vary - group rate no longer available.
- Check-in 4 PM / out 12 PM
Hotel Benefits
- Minutes from Stamp Student Union
- Walkable restaurants
- Easy parking
- Convenient campus access
- Self-parking: $14/day
The group block has closed. Contact the hotel directly at (301) 277-7777 for current rates and availability, or check nearby College Park hotels.
Program
Program
Drupal GovCon is a three-day conference filled with incredible learning, collaboration, and networking opportunities. This year, The University of Maryland is hosting Drupal GovCon at the Stamp Student Union Tuesday to Thursday, August 11-13th.
Visit the Training page to learn about our Tuesday training offerings, and view the Wednesday and Thursday sessions below.
You can also visit the Sessionize web app, where you can view the program and speaker bios, plus plan your schedule by saving sessions as favorites.