WordCamp Asia 2027 Comes to Penang, Malaysia

WordCamp Asia 2027 is heading to Penang, Malaysia. From April 9 to 11, the WordPress community will gather at the Penang Waterfront Convention Centre for three days of contribution, learning, and connection. Tickets are on sale, and sponsorship applications are open.

The event follows WordCamp Asia 2026, which brought 2,627 attendees to Mumbai, India. That year’s Contributor Day drew more than 1,500 participants, with table leads guiding work on more than 20 contribution tables. The conference days covered topics ranging from AI and developer workflows to enterprise WordPress and journalism on the open web.

A regular ticket costs USD $35. It covers both conference days, lunch and refreshments, and the after party. Tickets are released in batches, so buying early secures a place and helps organizers plan. Contributor Day on April 9 has its own registration, which opens January 27, 2027, and is limited to 600 participants.

Penang is also a draw for visitors. George Town, a short drive from the venue, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. National Geographic named Penang one of the best places in the world to travel to in 2027, and the island is known for its food, from street food to fine dining.

Why it matters

The conference gives developers, site owners, and contributors direct access to the people who build, scale, and maintain WordPress every day. Mary Hubbard, Executive Director of WordPress, said the mix of hands-on work and big-picture conversation is what sets a WordCamp apart. The project describes itself this way: “WordPress is not a company. It is a shared commitment to keeping the web open.”

What to do

Buy a regular ticket early, since tickets are released in batches. Contributors should watch for Contributor Day registration, which opens January 27, 2027. Confirm current prices, availability, and sponsorship terms on the official WordCamp Asia site before making travel plans.