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What’s YimbyTown?

YIMBYtown is the biggest national pro-housing conference in the country, bringing together 1,000+ pro-homes advocates, experts, and leaders.

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What to Expect

Three days of inspiring and movement-building activities, including incredible speakers, strategic conversations, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities.

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This Year's Host City

YIMBYtown 2026 is hosted in Downtown Raleigh, NC at the Raleigh Convention Center from November 17-19, 2026.

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Register by Aug 15 & save!

Early Bird tickets now Available

Discounted rates are available for current students and those working in government / non-profit roles.

Early Bird Registration

Do you or someone you know need financial support to attend YIMBYtown 2026?

YIMBYtown 2026 hosts and sponsors are committed to fostering an inclusive event space and recognize that financial barriers can stand in the way. Participants facing financial barriers, such as volunteer pro-housing advocates, young people, and underrepresented grassroots leaders, are eligible to apply for financial assistance to attend YIMBYtown 2026. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis, and we will do our best to confirm any available aid by mid-August. Please note that discounted tickets for students, non-profit employees, and government employees are also available via the registration website and don't require an application. If you’d like to help expand our financial assistance program through a donation or sponsorship, please reach out to organizers@yimby.town.

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Speaker submissions are open!

Call for Speakers

Do you have bold solutions and big ideas to spotlight at our 2026 conference in Raleigh, North Carolina? Help to generate a future that says “Yes” to more homes, greater affordability, and more thriving communities.

First-time speakers, emerging leaders, and underrepresented voices are especially encouraged to apply.

Submit your panel, workshop, or speaking idea by June 29, 2026.

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A National Pro-Housing Conference

Don’t miss three days of inspiring talks and movement-building activities, including incredible speakers, strategic conversations, hands-on workshops, and networking.

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Raleigh's Co-Hosts

YIMBYtown 2026 is hosted by CITYBUILDER

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Book Your Stay in Raleigh

We encourage you to take advantage of our hotel block at the Raleigh Marriott City Center, which directly adjoins the Raleigh Convention Center. Use this link or call (919-833-1120) and let the hotel know you wish to book as part of the YIMBYtown block in order to take advantage of our negotiated rates. This room block is available while space allows and until October 23 at the latest.