Hampton Roads DevFest

Hampton Roads DevFest 2026

Feb 27th, 2026 - Virginia Beach, VA

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About

Mark your calendar for Hampton Roads DevFest 2026! This unique gathering will once again spotlight local speakers, showcasing our community's deep and diverse talent.

Hampton Roads DevFest is more than a conference; it's a tribute to our dynamic local developer community. It's an ideal platform to highlight the exceptional places to work in the Hampton Roads area, emphasizing innovative technological strides. This event caters to everyone in the tech sphere, from seasoned developers and industry veterans to emerging talents and students.

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Organized by RevolutionVA, a dedicated 501(c)(3) non-profit, our mission is to advance software development education throughout Virginia. Our passion for promoting learning and growth in technology is at the heart of DevFest.

Take advantage of this unparalleled opportunity to network, learn from top industry professionals, and celebrate the remarkable achievements of our tech community. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, explore new career pathways, or simply immerse yourself in a community of like-minded tech enthusiasts, Hampton Roads DevFest is your destination.

Join us as we recognize and nurture the extraordinary tech talent that thrives in Hampton Roads. Let's connect, discover, and grow together at Hampton Roads DevFest 2026!

Our Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the Hampton Roads tech community and making this event possible.

Interested in Sponsoring Hampton Roads DevFest 2026?

Help us make tech education accessible to our community while showcasing your organization to 250+ local developers.

FAQ

Hampton Roads DevFest is a curated, community-driven software development conference produced by RevolutionVA. It brings together developers, technical leaders, and decision-makers from across the Hampton Roads region for a full day of high-quality technical and professional content.
This event is designed for a broad technical audience—from junior developers through senior engineers, directors, and C-level leaders. Sessions are selected to be accessible, practical, and relevant across experience levels.
Your ticket includes full-day conference admission, lunch, and drink tickets (cash bar available for additional purchases).

Venue

Zeiders American Dream Theater
4509 Commerce Street,
Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Testimonials

Paul Chin Jr.

"Hampton Roads DevFest is everything you'd want in a community event, truly local and truly impactful on your career and skills."

Paul Chin Jr.

Michael Buckbee

"As soon as I heard DevFest was coming back for a sixth year I scrambled to get a ticket. I was amazed at the depth of talent and expertise the area has—every person I spoke with was working on interesting things. Great venue, amazing speakers, and 100% worth it."

Michael Buckbee

Travis Webb

"Hampton Roads DevFest is the center of the tech universe for this area. I've met many amazing people who I've been able to work with and partner with, and it's a great way to learn about the innovation happening in Norfolk and surrounding areas. Every company in the area with software engineers should send their teams here to bring back and implement the best ideas."

Travis Webb

Apply for a 2026 Scholarship!

Hampton Roads DevFest is committed to making our conference accessible to everyone. We're offering scholarships to students, career changers, and underrepresented groups in tech to help remove financial barriers to attending.

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