2026 Hackaday Superconference at ArtCenter in Pasadena

Most conferences are about slide decks. The Hackaday Superconference is about things people built: circuits, firmware, odd machines and the stories behind them. The 10th annual edition lands in the Los Angeles area this November, and it is a good pick if your idea of things to do in Los Angeles includes a soldering iron.

When: Friday, November 6 to Sunday, November 8, 2026 Where: ArtCenter College of Design South Campus, Pasadena Tickets: $161.90 - $317.69 via Eventbrite

What it is

Hackaday is a long-running community site for engineers and engineering enthusiasts, and the Superconference is its annual gathering. The organizer describes the 2026 edition as a celebration for hackers, engineers and technologists, and says it is the tenth one. The event page lists a Friday morning start and an evening finish on Sunday, so plan on a full three-day weekend rather than a single night out.

The listing does not publish a full schedule in the details we have, so check the Eventbrite page for talks, workshops and any updates before you commit your weekend. Expect the crowd to skew toward people who build hardware and software for fun and for a living, and who like to swap notes with strangers in the hallway.

Why it stands out

This is not a typical arts night, yet it sits comfortably in the creative side of the city. Hackers and makers treat a clever circuit board the way a painter treats a canvas, and ArtCenter is a design school, so the setting suits the subject. If you follow upcoming events Los Angeles has to offer beyond the usual concerts and gallery openings, this one is a refreshing change of pace.

Practical info

The ticket range on the listing runs from $161.90 to $317.69, so pick the tier that matches how much of the weekend you want. The event page has a short FAQ covering the nearest airport, where to stay, nearby Metro and bus service, childcare, invitation letters for international travel and a code of conduct. Read it before you book, especially if you are traveling in from out of town.

The venue is the South Campus of ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, a short trip from central Los Angeles. Check transit options and parking ahead of time, since a multi-day event can mean a lot of coming and going.

Before you go

Buy tickets only through the official Eventbrite page linked here, and keep an eye on it for schedule changes. Bring a charged phone, a bag for stickers and swag, and curiosity. Browse more arts and culture events across the city for other ways to fill the rest of your November.