Wikipedia Day NYC 2026
January 25, 2026 @ 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Join BetaNYC and Wikimedia NYC at City Tech for a fun-filled Wikipedia Day, celebrating the website’s 25th birthday with workshops, games, and more!
You’re invited to Wikipedia Day NYC 2026 to help celebrate the 25th birthday of Wikipedia, the biggest online encyclopedia on the internet! Together we will explore the past, present, and future of the free knowledge movement, and celebrate all the people, communities and ideas that make Wikipedia the backbone of the internet.
BetaNYC will be tabling at this event with possible program participation.
What to expect
- Keynote speeches
- Family friendly fun activities – face painting, vinyl screen printing, games
- Panels & presentations
- Interactive edit-a-thons and beginner-friendly training workshops
- Cultural activities celebrating global stories and local histories
- Swag and merch giveaways (including 100 screen-printed tote bags, available on a first come first serve basis)
- Lots of food, drinks, birthday cake & community-building
Important Information
Registration requirement: For security reasons, all attendees must have a Wikipedia account to register. The registration list, including names and contact details, will be shared with our internal Trust & Safety team, and may also be shared with the English Wikipedia Arbcom. You can create your account by registering for the event at this link.
Security protocols: On-site security procedures will be in place, including bag checks and metal detectors. Please allow extra time when entering the building.
Code of Conduct: All attendees must abide by Wikimedia NYC’s Code of Conduct and Photo Consent Policy.
Registration closes: January 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST
Tickets: Free, but a small donation would be much appreciated!
Press and Media Inquiries: Please contact info@wikimedianyc.org and press@wikimedia.org.