Looking to add something extra to your WordCamp Europe experience? Our line-up of side events will do that.
We will assemble a vibrant mix of activities designed to complement the leading conference, whether you’re hoping to expand your network, explore the city, or have fun with fellow attendees.
There will be something for everyone — from casual meetups to unique experiences that bring the WordPress community even closer.
How to Join Side Events
Please note that availability and registration are managed by the individual organisers. Be sure to read the instructions carefully to find out how to sign up or confirm your attendance.
Check out the schedule below and make the most of your time at WordCamp Europe!
Note: Side events are not official WordCamp Europe events but can be organised by anyone attending the conference who would like to set up a get-together. The organisers of these events agree to adhere to the Code of Conduct, and WordCamp Europe Organisers are not involved in organising these events. For special requests such as accessibility needs, dietary requirements, etc., please reach out to the event organiser directly.
| Date & Time | Title & Description | Location |
| 4 June 9:30h | Taphophile’s Delight: First Annual WCEU Cemetery Walk Calling all taphophiles and the cemetery-curious! Rain or shine, we’re off to explore the historic Wolfgottesacker Cemetery, as a serene and spooky side event for WordCamp Europe 2025. We’ll meet at the cemetery gates and take a stroll in this timeless resting place, gazing at gravestones and gleaning glimpses of bygone lives. After an hour or so we will decide whether to walk or take public transport to the Picnic in the park—sorry no hearse rides! Join the WhatsApp Group | Wolfgottesacker Cemetery Münchensteinerstrasse 99, 4052 Basel, Switzerland |
| 4 June 12h | Picnic in the park UPDATED 3 June: Due to the weather, let’s not bring much food. In case it rains, we’ll go to the nearby café (KaBar) We want to create an open, relaxed moment before the conference. The picnic has now become a little tradition of its own. Every year, new people join, and past participants reconnect. It’s always a joy to see the WordPress community come together. Potential swim in the Rhine before or after the picnic! https://patriciabt.com/event/wceu-2025-picnic-pre-event/ | Kaserne Basel Park Klybeckstrasse 1b, 4057 Basel |
| 5 June 18:00 | Brewing Stories: WordPress Tales Over Coffee by Analytify & SEO Repair Kit Join us for an evening of storytelling and connection at Brü Specialty Coffee, just minutes from the WordCamp venue. This open mic invites attendees to share funny, inspiring, or unexpected WordPress experiences. A relaxed space to meet fellow creators, spark ideas, and celebrate our global community — all over great coffee. RSVP required: https://lu.ma/3um7pbor | Brü Specialty Coffee, Grenzacherstrasse 97, 4058 Basel |
| 5 June 20h | Post Types & Pints: Elementor, Cloudways and WP Remote WCEU party Elementor, Cloudways and WP Remote are are excited to invite you to celebrate WordCamp Europe at a special and fun side event. What’s on the agenda: – Open bar and finger food – Special WordPress pub quiz – Karaoke Don’t miss this chance to soak up the vibrant atmosphere for a memorable evening with our amazing community! RSVP required: https://lu.ma/j399rhex | You will receive the address after you sign up |
| 6 June 17h | Alt Ctrl Org Join us on Friday Evening to hear voices and ideas that might not typically fit into WordCamp schedules. Alt Ctrl Org supports WordPress enthusiasts by providing a platform to share their novel ideas. These additional talks are designed to complement and expand your WordCamp experience, offering fresh perspectives and sparking meaningful conversations. RSVP required: https://altctrl.org/waiting-list/ | Klara 13 Clarastrasse 13, 4058 Basel |
| 6 June 17:30h | Blackwall & Syde Happy hour Join us for a casual HAPPY HOUR with great drinks, light snacks, interesting people and zero bots. Kick back, unwind, and toast to a bot-free digital world! RSVP required: https://meetings.blackwall.com/side-by-syde-with-blackwall | The Auld Dubliner Clarastrasse 34, 4052 Basel |
| 6 June 20h | Yoast & Bluehost Prideparty Let’s embrace diversity, spread joy, and create unforgettable memories together with Yoast and Bluehost! This year’s celebration will take place at Sandoase in Basel – a truly special location where Germany, Switzerland, and France meet! The perfect international backdrop for a night of vibrant connection and fun. Of course, this party won’t be a party without YOU! So join us and bring your festive vibes! If you enjoy dressing up, we’d love to meet you in your most creative (while family-friendly) Pride party costume. We’ll make sure to arrange some drinks and energetic music! There will be plenty of opportunities to have fun on the dance floor and to hang out with old and brand-new frienDigiDevds. And there will be a surprise act, which you definitely don’t want to miss!!! Sign up right away and join in on the fun! We cannot wait to see you!! RSVP required: https://www.eventbrite.nl/e/pride-party-for-wceu-2025-tickets-1341968456779 | Sandoase 75 Westquaistrasse 4057 Basel |
| 7 June 12:15 | Unofficial WooCommerce Get/Eat Together Meetup by Business Bloomer Join us for a super casual hour of Woo conversations with developers, store owners and marketers while we enjoy lunch at the venue. The exact location of this meetup will be defined at the last minute, so that we can find a quiet area to enjoy lunch and chats. | Lunch spot at the venue (to be specified) |
| 7 June 17:30 | Stretch & Wellness: Movement for Makers by DigiDev One-hour wellness session designed specifically for WordCamp Europe attendees who spend long hours behind their screens. This guided experience led by a certified fitness coach who specializes in online training for digital professionals will introduce simple, effective techniques to help you stretch, improve posture, and care for your physical health. No equipment needed. No intense workouts. Just movement, mindfulness, and connection, perfectly timed at the end of the WordCamp day as a gentle reset before the Afterparty. We’ll begin with a short talk on healthy habits for digital lifestyles, a guided stretching session with desk-friendly movements, and an open Q&A with casual networking, plus a surprise for all attendees. Everyone will receive an exclusive discount for online training programs. Come as you are and leave feeling better, lighter, and ready to sit smarter. RSPV required: https://digidev.ch/wceu-side-event/ | Spielplatz Landhof, Riehenstrasse 78A, 4058 Basel |
Submit your side event
Are you Interested in organising an event during WCEU? Please fill out the form below and let us know!
We will review all submitted side events, and publish the ones that have been approved. To get approved we expect your event to be open and accessible for all WCEU participants and contribute to community and connection. All side events will be asked to comply with the Code of Conduct.