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ETHDenver

Feb 17–21, 2026National Western Complex, Denver, USA
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Quick Facts

Attendance
15,000+
Speakers
400+
Duration
5 days
Tickets
Free to apply
Region
Americas

Overview

ETHDenver is the world's largest Ethereum innovation festival and the longest-running Web3 BUIDLathon — a hybrid hackathon, conference, and community gathering that transforms Denver into 'New BUIDL City' for a full week. Builder-first in philosophy, it prioritises hands-on development over keynote hype, with tracks spanning infrastructure, security, DeFi, and the future of decentralised governance. Attendance is free to apply for, keeping the community ethos intact. Dozens of top Web3 startups — now household names — trace their founding moments to a Denver hackathon table.

What to Expect

  • 1

    A week-long BUIDLathon with significant prize pools, where teams form organically and ship real prototypes — not just demos — by the final showcase.

  • 2

    Focused technical tracks led by core Ethereum developers and leading L2 teams covering everything from EIP discussions to zkEVM implementation.

  • 3

    Camp BUIDL and intensive workshop formats for deeper learning, alongside a vibrant ecosystem of sponsored side events running throughout the week.

  • 4

    Networking in a uniquely non-corporate atmosphere — this is where builders come to find co-founders, collaborators, and their next project.

Focus Areas

Ethereum EcosystemDeFiDeveloper ToolingSecurityL2 & ScalingDecentralised GovernanceAI & Web3

Who Attends

Ethereum DevelopersProtocol EngineersDeFi FoundersSecurity ResearchersDesignersWeb3 InvestorsOpen Source Contributors

Tickets & Pricing

Free to apply via the official website. Acceptance is not guaranteed — the team curates the attendee list to maintain community quality. Some sponsor and VIP tiers available at cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions about ETHDenver

When is ETHDenver 2026?
ETHDenver 2026 takes place from February 17–21, 2026. This 5-day event is the world's largest Ethereum innovation festival and the longest-running Web3 BUIDLathon.
Where is ETHDenver 2026 located?
ETHDenver 2026 is held at the National Western Complex in Denver, USA. The event transforms Denver into 'New BUIDL City' for the full week of the festival.
How much does it cost to attend ETHDenver 2026?
General attendance is free to apply via the official website, though acceptance is not guaranteed as the team curates the attendee list to maintain community quality. Some sponsor and VIP tiers are available at cost for those seeking premium experiences.
What should I expect at ETHDenver 2026?
Expect a week-long BUIDLathon where teams form organically and ship real prototypes with significant prize pools, alongside focused technical tracks led by core Ethereum developers, intensive workshops, and a vibrant ecosystem of sponsored side events. The atmosphere is builder-first and non-corporate, designed for networking, finding co-founders, and launching Web3 projects.
Who attends ETHDenver 2026?
ETHDenver attracts 15,000+ attendees including Ethereum developers, protocol engineers, DeFi founders, security researchers, designers, Web3 investors, and open source contributors. With 400+ speakers, it's a gathering for serious builders and innovators across the Web3 ecosystem.
What are the main focus areas at ETHDenver 2026?
Key focus areas include the Ethereum ecosystem, DeFi, developer tooling, security, Layer 2 & scaling solutions, decentralised governance, and the intersection of AI & Web3. Technical tracks are led by core Ethereum developers and leading L2 teams covering everything from EIP discussions to zkEVM implementation.

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