Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference returns the week of June 8

Apple WWDC 2026 Official Dates Announced: AI Features, iOS Updates, and Apple Park Special Event

It’s the week every tech enthusiast and developer carves out in their calendar. Apple has officially announced that the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will return from June 8-12, 2026. While the core experience remains online and accessible to everyone globally, Apple is also hosting a special one-day in-person event at Apple Park on opening day.

If you’ve been following the rumors about Apple’s leap into deeper AI integration, this is the event where those theories finally become reality. WWDC26 is set to spotlight major updates across iOS, macOS, and the rest of the ecosystem, with a heavy focus on "AI advancements" and new developer tools that will define the next year of our devices.

What to Expect During the Week:

• The Keynote (June 8): The big reveal where we get our first look at the future of iPhone, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro software.
• 100+ Technical Sessions: A deep dive for coders into new frameworks and features.
• Direct Access: Developers can connect via interactive labs and appointments with the actual engineers and designers behind the software.
• Swift Student Challenge: Apple continues to champion young coders, with 50 "Distinguished Winners" being invited to Cupertino for a three-day experience.

"WWDC is one of the most exciting times for us at Apple," says Susan Prescott, Apple’s VP of Worldwide Developer Relations. "We can’t wait to see many of you online and in person for what is sure to be one of our best events yet."

Whether you’re a developer looking to optimize your latest app or a user waiting to see how your iPhone will change this September, the countdown to June 8 has officially begun.