Join us in Brussels on Monday, February 2, 2026—the day after FOSDEM—for OTel Unplugged EU 2026, an unconference shaped by and for the OpenTelemetry community.

Community collaboration is at the heart of OpenTelemetry. With OTel Unplugged, we’re launching what we hope will become a regular series of unconferences where project maintainers and community members come together in person to share knowledge, provide feedback, and help plan the project’s future.

Learn more on the OTel blog: https://opentelemetry.io/blog/2025/otel-unplugged-fosdem/

What to expect with an unconference
Unlike traditional conferences, there are no predetermined talk tracks. Attendees propose and vote on topics, ensuring the agenda reflects the conversations you want to have. The day begins with a project update, then flows into breakout sessions where contributors, end users, and maintainers exchange ideas and tackle real-world challenges. Each group shares key takeaways with the wider community, building shared understanding.

The event closes with a roadmap session led by the OpenTelemetry Governance Committee, giving you a direct voice in setting project priorities. A casual reception follows, offering space to connect, continue conversations, and celebrate the community.

What you’ll gain
Whether you’re just getting started with OTel, already running it in production, or contributing to the project, OTel Unplugged offers a unique opportunity to:

Learn from real-world experiences shared by peers
Influence the OpenTelemetry roadmap
Connect directly with maintainers and contributors
Build lasting relationships within the community

We look forward to seeing you in Brussels for this special gathering of the OpenTelemetry community

Tickets are transferable but not refundable. By registering for this event, you agree to Grafana's Event Terms & Conditions: https://grafana.com/legal/event-terms-and-conditions/. Additionally, all attendees must comply with our event's Code of Conduct.

Big thank you to our sponsors!

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The OpenTelemetry community needs sponsors in order to put on events! For sponsorship details, see the sponsorship prospectus or email us at otelunplugged@grafana.com.

This year’s OTel Unplugged EU is hosted by Grafana Labs, with the agenda organized and run by the OpenTelemetry Governance Committee.

Contact the host of OTel Unplugged EU 2026