WordCamp Europe 2026 may have come to a close, but the final episode of the WordCamp Europe Insights podcast looked firmly to the future. Fresh from the closing moments in Kraków, Kasia Janoska sat down with the newly announced Lead Organisers for WordCamp Europe 2027 to discuss what comes next and what attendees can expect when the community gathers again next year.
The first big reveal was one that many listeners had been waiting for:
WordCamp Europe 2027 will take place in Málaga, Spain, from 27–29 May 2027 at the FYCMA.
Joining Kasia were Nilo Vélez, Emma Wager and Lucas Radke, three familiar faces within the WordPress community who will now help guide Europe’s largest WordPress event into its next chapter.
Meet the Team Behind WordCamp Europe 2027
The conversation began with a look at how each of them arrived at this point. While Nilo brings more than a decade of WordCamp experience and has attended an astonishing number of community events, Lucas and Emma followed a path that many community members will recognise: starting as organisers, taking on increasing responsibility, and eventually stepping into leadership roles.
Three Perspectives, One Vision
What quickly became clear is that WordCamp Europe 2027 will not simply be a continuation of what came before. Each of the new Lead Organisers already has ideas about where the event can grow.
For Emma, education remains a major opportunity. Building on initiatives introduced in Kraków, she hopes to see educational programmes become a larger and more visible part of the event.
Lucas sees potential in strengthening the relationship between sponsors and attendees. His goal is not simply to attract sponsorship, but to create more value for both sides by helping sponsors engage more meaningfully with the community while continuing to support the event.
Nilo’s focus is perhaps the most community-driven of all. He wants WordCamp Europe to feel less like a distant flagship event and more like a natural extension of local WordPress communities across Europe.
“WordCamp Europe sometimes seems like something external, big and scary,” he explained. “Actually, all the organisers are also local organisers.”
That connection between local communities and the broader European event became a recurring theme throughout the discussion.
Building on This Year’s Educational Initiatives
The team also spoke about education initiatives, including the WordPress Academy programme introduced this year. While Kraków served as an important testing ground, the intention is to learn from that experience and continue expanding opportunities for students and newcomers to become involved in WordPress and open source.
How Big Will WordCamp Europe 2027 Be?
Naturally, the conversation turned to the practical questions attendees always ask. How big will WordCamp Europe 2027 be? The team hopes to welcome between 2,500 and 3,000 attendees, with Málaga’s venue designed around that scale while still allowing room for growth.
There Is Room for Everyone
Another important topic was the call for organisers. Applications are now open, and the new Lead Organisers were keen to encourage community members to get involved.
Experience helps, but it is far from a requirement.
Emma highlighted that WordCamp Europe needs people with a wide variety of skills, not just technical expertise. Lucas agreed, noting that across the event’s many teams there is likely a role for almost anyone willing to contribute.
Nilo offered perhaps the most encouraging perspective of all. Many of today’s organisers started as attendees, became volunteers, and gradually took on greater responsibilities. For volunteers considering the next step, organising can be a natural progression.
The message was simple: there is room for everyone.
A Short Break Before the Work Begins
As the episode drew to a close, the discussion shifted from planning and logistics to something more personal. Before the serious work of organising begins, the new leadership team is hoping to enjoy at least a small summer break. Whether that means a week on a Greek beach, a WordPress-themed barbecue by the sea, or simply stepping away from laptops for a few days, the brief pause is likely to be short-lived.
After all, WordCamp Europe 2027 is already underway.
Looking Ahead to Málaga
For attendees, organisers, volunteers and community members alike, this final episode offered something exciting: a first glimpse of the people and ideas that will shape the next chapter of WordCamp Europe.
And with Málaga now officially on the calendar, the countdown has already begun.
Get Involved in WordCamp Europe
Inspired by the conversation? The next chapter of WordCamp Europe is already taking shape, and there are several ways to become part of it.
The Call for Organisers for WordCamp Europe 2027 is now open. Whether you are an experienced organiser, a former volunteer, or someone looking to contribute for the first time, applications are welcome from across the community.
At the same time, the Call for Host City for WordCamp Europe 2028 has also opened. If your local community would like to bring Europe’s largest WordPress event to your city, now is the time to start the conversation and submit a proposal.
For the latest updates on both opportunities, make sure to follow the WordCamp Europe website and newsletter.