South Tyrol Free Software Conference

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South Tyrol Free Software Conference

The SFSCON (South Tyrol Free Software Conference) is the international conference about Free Software The priority will be given to speakers and sponsors.

This year SFScon will take place in blended mode: both online and at NOI Techpark, for a limited number of people. If circumstances change, we will revert to online only participation.

02/09/2026

Have an idea you would like to discuss with the Free Software community? Submit a BOF proposal at SFSCON!

Birds of a Feather (BOF) meetings are informal, community-driven discussions where participants exchange experiences, explore ideas and start conversations around different topics.
BOFs take place in a dedicated area of the Crane Hall at NOI Techpark, creating an open and collaborative environment for dialogue. Please note that no audio or video equipment is provided.

🗣️ 40-minute sessions
📝 Proposals must be submitted in English

📅 Submit your BOF proposal by 30th September! https://www.sfscon.it/call-4-bof/

26/08/2026

⏳ SFSCON Volunteers | Last chance to apply
Applications for the SFSCON 2026 Volunteer Programme are open until 1st September!

Selected Volunteers will join a structured onboarding and training path from September, becoming part of the SFSCON organisation before the conference even begins.

Call4Volunteers closes soon, don't miss the opportunity to join us and experience SFSCON from behind the scenes!

📝 Read the full details and fill the application form by 1st September! https://www.sfscon.it/call4volunteers/

20/08/2026

📍 SFSCON Venue

SFSCON takes place every year in Bolzano/Bozen, South Tyrol, a region where innovation, research and quality of life come together.

🏢 NOI Techpark is the home of SFSCON since 2005. As South Tyrol's innovation district, it brings together companies, researchers, start-ups and institutions, providing the ideal setting for exchanging ideas, discovering new technologies and connecting with the international Free Software community.

🏔️ South Tyrol is known for its unique combination of Alpine landscapes, distinctive Austrian and Italian cultural mix and connection between tradition and innovation. Home to the UNESCO Dolomites, it offers the opportunity to combine your visit to SFSCON with the discovery of one of Europe's most distinctive regions.

👉 Join us in the heart of South Tyrol! https://www.sfscon.it/

12/08/2026

🎓 SFSCON Volunteers | What will you gain?

Are you looking for hands-on experience in the world of tech events? Join the SFSCON Volunteers!

By stepping behind the scenes, you will work alongside the organising team of one of Europe's longest-running Free Software conferences, gaining practical experience in event operations, coordination and community engagement.

You will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from across the FOSS ecosystem, while developing skills that can strengthen your CV and future career opportunities.

Volunteers will also receive an official Certificate of participation, SFSCON hoodies and food vouchers to be spent during the event.

🔗 Complete the application form by 1st September! https://www.sfscon.it/call4volunteers/

05/08/2026

💻🤖 SFSCON 2026 Hacking Village is open for proposals!

The Hacking Village is the interactive space of SFSCON where exhibitions, demos and showcases bring Free Software, research and robotics to life.

Do you have a project, technology, experiment or idea you would like to share with the community? We invite you to propose your contribution and become part of the Hacking Village 2026.

Showcase the projects shaping the future of open technologies!
📅 Submit your idea by 1st September 2026
📩 Send your proposal to: [email protected]

Looking for inspiration? Discover the projects and showcases featured in previous edition! https://www.sfscon.it/hacking-village-2025/

29/07/2026

🔎 SFSCON Volunteers | Who are we looking for?

The SFSCON Volunteer Programme is looking for reliable and motivated people who want to contribute to the organisation of an international Free Software and Open Source conference.

You don't need previous volunteering experience or a technical background. What matters most is commitment, a collaborative mindset and the willingness to be part of the journey from September through the event days.

A good command of English is essential, as SFSCON brings together participants, speakers and organisations from across Europe and beyond.

👉 Find all details and apply by 1st September by filling the form! https://www.sfscon.it/call4volunteers/

22/07/2026

🌐 26 editions of SFSCON

SFSCON is one of Europe’s most established conferences dedicated to Free Software and Open Source.

With its diverse and growing line-up of speakers from around the world, it is a key meeting point for the international Free Software community, where experts, students and enthusiasts come together to exchange ideas, share best practices and explore the latest trends in open technologies.

👉 Discover SFSCON! https://www.sfscon.it/

15/07/2026

📣 SFS Award 2026 | Nominations are open!

Do you know someone in South Tyrol who has made an outstanding contribution to Free Software?

Nominate them to recognise their commitment to advancing Software Freedom and supporting the local Free Software ecosystem.

🏆 The winner will be announced during on 13th–14th November at NOI Techpark in Bolzano/Bozen.

The SFS Award is organised in collaboration with LUGBZ - Linux User Group BZ.

👉 Submit your nomination by 31st July! https://www.sfscon.it/sfs-award-nomination/

08/07/2026

📣 SFSCON Call4Volunteers is open!

How is a large international tech conference built from the inside? Discover it first-hand by becoming an SFSCON Volunteer!

is looking for Volunteers to support the organisation of the conference taking place on 13th-14th November at NOI Techpark, Bolzano/Bozen.

This year the journey starts earlier! Selected Volunteers will join a structured onboarding and training path from September, becoming part of the conference preparation before the event itself.

It is more than event support, it's a chance to experience how an international tech conference comes to life!

👉 Discover all the details and complete the application form by 1st September! https://www.sfscon.it/call4volunteers/

Indirizzo

A./Volta-Str. 13
Bolzano
39100

Sito Web

http://www.sfscon.it/

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