AgentCon - Dallas 2026

Overview

AgentCon - Dallas 2026 is part of the AgentCon World Tour, a free, community-driven conference series designed for developers, engineers, and researchers actively building with AI agents. The Dallas stop is a one-day event that brings practitioners together to explore the real challenges of designing, deploying, and integrating autonomous AI systems. Attendees can expect hands-on demos, technical sessions, and honest conversations from practitioners in the trenches, organized by local volunteer communities. The event emphasizes practical code, real-world deployments, and opportunities to show work to a global community. The day aims to help attendees advance from shipping their first agent to scaling production systems, with a focus on concrete knowledge and shared learnings toward the next generation of intelligent tooling.

What to expect

The event features two focused tracks and a mix of deep dives, panels, and hands-on demos. Technical Deep Dives cover multi-agent workflows, deploying autonomous assistants in production, and other engineering challenges. High-Impact Panels address strategy, hiring, education, and student innovation. Attendees will gain actionable insights, including code samples, reference architectures, and checklists they can apply immediately. Live demos showcase top open-source frameworks and tools, giving participants a chance to see real integrations in action. Networking with a global community of AI engineers, researchers, and developers is a core objective, offering opportunities to connect with mentors and potential employers.

Agenda and format

The Dallas program runs Friday, June 26, 2026 from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM in the America/Chicago time zone. The day is structured to maximize practical learning, with sessions designed to help attendees move from theory to implementation. A schedule highlights deep technical sessions, live demonstrations, and collaborative discussions, followed by opportunities for networking with peers and sponsors. An add to calendar option is provided for convenience. The event location is The Hope Center in Plano, Texas, United States, with a layout that supports easy navigation between talks, workshops, and exhibition areas. Note that photography at the event is acknowledged, and attendees may appear in promotional materials.

Tracks and sessions

The program features two primary tracks focusing on technical depth and strategic conversations. Technical Deep Dives examine the design and deployment of multi-agent systems and autonomous assistants in production environments. High-Impact Panels explore hiring, education, and industry strategies, fostering real conversations with leaders. The agenda emphasizes hands-on demos, live demonstrations of open-source tools, and practical sessions that produce shareable outcomes such as sample code, architectures, and checklists.

Speakers and sponsors

Speakers are drawn from leading engineers, researchers, and practitioners in the AI agents space. Attendees will meet people actively building with AI agents who can provide real-world guidance and mentorship. Sponsorship comes from notable organizations including Microsoft, Global AI, Solace, Flash Party Photo Booth, PMI Dallas, and Global Jump Start, among others. The event also acknowledges community and corporate sponsors that support the Dallas chapter, allowing local attendees to benefit from a broader network and resources.

Who should attend

This event is designed for developers building with AI agents, engineers implementing autonomous systems, researchers exploring agent architectures, and students seeking hands-on experience. Whether you are shipping your first agent or scaling production systems, AgentCon Dallas provides a platform to learn by doing, share work, and connect with a global community of builders and innovators.

FAQ

If you plan to attend, bring questions about agent design, deployment challenges, and integration with existing systems. You can expect practical demonstrations, session recordings, and opportunity to network with potential mentors and employers. Please note that photography and promotional materials may be produced during the event, and plan accordingly for travel to The Hope Center in Plano.