2024 ALA Annual
Conference & Exhibition

San Diego  |  June 27 – July 2, 2024

Join us for top-quality education and best practices; featured thought leaders; and special programming for library professionals looking to further develop their libraries, communities, and careers!

Registration will open February 2024

Call for Poster Proposals

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As the world's largest library event, the ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition brings together thousands of librarians and library staff, educators, authors, publishers, friends of libraries, trustees, special guests, and exhibitors. ALA Annual offers educational programming; important announcements and updates; relevant legislation and policies; and discussions that majorly impact libraries, their roles, and their ongoing transformation.

  • Educational programming, created and curated by library professionals

  • News You Can Use Sessions with updates that highlight new research, innovations, and advances in libraries

  • The Library Marketplace with innovative and informed exhibitors, LIVE Stages, ARCs, and more

  • Memorable and inspiring speakers

  • Presidents' and Chair Programs

  • Top-tier authors 

  • Fun and entertaining networking opportunities to share and connect with peers, and more

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The Library Marketplace:
Exhibits, Stages & Resources

Learn and innovate in the Library Marketplace!


Interested in exhibiting or sponsorship opportunities?

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