Future of Learning Summit 2026

Where today's most engaged educators connect with tomorrow's tech.

Welcome to the Future of Learning Summit 2026!

Get ready to experience the premier educational event -- the Future of Learning Summit 2026 (FOLS2026), presented by Ed Farm, is where the most engaged educators connect with tomorrow's technology.

Our 2026 theme is TRANSFORM:ED – Transforming Communities Through Digital Learning. This year, we aren’t just looking at the future; we are building it by exploring how digital innovation acts as a catalyst for community growth, equity, and connection.

The Venue Experience: Birmingham’s Downtown Campus

We’ve curated a multi-site innovation campus that bridges Birmingham’s historic soul with its modern pulse:

• Boutwell Auditorium | The MainStage & Digital Playground: This is the heart of the summit’s energy. Experience high-impact keynotes on the MainStage, then step into our Digital Playground—an immersive, hands-on learning environment where you can Learn. Tinker. Grow. with the latest tech.
• City Walk Bham | The Recharge Zone: Need a breather? Head to the Recharge Zone for a wellness-focused break. Whether you’re finding your center with outdoor yoga or finding your rhythm with community line dancing, this is where we power up our bodies to match our minds.
• Birmingham Museum of Art | The Anchored Stage: For those deep-dive moments, our Anchored Stage provides a sophisticated atmosphere. This venue hosts our essential curated sessions and thought-leadership presentations in a space designed for reflection and insight.

Why FOLS2026 is Unmissable

We’ve earned our reputation as the fancy, fantastic, and fun crown jewel of Southern education summits. Here is why 2026 is our most transformative year yet:

• Pioneering MainStage Keynotes: Head to the Boutwell Auditorium to hear from the industry’s most provocative voices. We’re moving beyond theory to showcase how TRANSFORM:ED is changing the DNA of our communities.
• Immersive Hands-On Innovation: Also housed at the Boutwell, our Digital Playground isn't just a tech demo—it’s a laboratory. Get your hands on the latest tools and learn how to bridge emerging tech with real-world classroom impact.
• The Ultimate Recharge Experience: We believe a healthy educator is a powerful one. At City Walk Bham, we’ve traded the traditional conference coffee break for a wellness revolution. Join our Recharge Zone to find your center with yoga or find your groove with community line dancing.
• Curated Thought Leadership: Step into the Birmingham Museum of Art for our Anchored Stage. These sessions are designed for deep-dive learning and intimate dialogue, providing a sophisticated space to reflect on the future of digital leadership.
• The Premiere Party – The Southeast's Best Celebration: It’s fancy, it’s fun, and it’s legendary. Join us for an evening dedicated to live storytelling, prestigious awards, incredible food, and music. It’s more than a mixer; it’s a celebration of the heroes transforming education today.

Event Details

• Dates: June 23-24, 2026
• Locations: Boutwell Auditorium | Birmingham Museum of Art | City Walk Bham
• Theme: TRANSFORM:ED

Join us as we turn digital learning into a community-wide revolution.

We can't wait for you to #LearnwithEdFarm!