GCC2026: The Galaxy Community is Heading to Clermont-Ferrand, France
Join us in June 2026 in the volcanic heart of Clermont-Ferrand for a week of collaboration, discovery, and open science.
GCC2026: The Galaxy Community is Heading to Clermont-Ferrand, France!
Join us June 22–24, 2026, in Clermont-Ferrand, France, followed by CoFest from June 25–26, for the flagship event of the Galaxy year.
Hosted by Université Clermont Auvergne (UCA), GCC2026 will bring together researchers, developers, and educators from across the global Galaxy community to share discoveries, build skills, and shape the future of open data science.
What to expect
GCC is more than a conference; it’s a celebration of collaboration, innovation, and open science.
Attendees can look forward to:
- Talks, posters, and workshops highlighting the latest Galaxy tools, methods, and use cases.
- Training sessions designed to help newcomers and experts alike expand their analysis skills.
- Community networking and collaboration opportunities with Galaxy teams from around the world.
- CoFest, where participants team up to build, document, and improve the Galaxy ecosystem.
Whether you’re a data scientist, biologist, software developer, or educator, GCC2026 is your chance to connect with a global network of people passionate about making research more accessible, transparent, and reproducible.
Why Clermont-Ferrand?
Nestled in the heart of the Auvergne volcanic region, Clermont-Ferrand offers a breathtaking backdrop for science and collaboration. Expect dramatic landscapes, a striking black lava-stone cathedral, and vibrant streets filled with cafés, history, and the energy of a thriving university city.
You’ll be surrounded by the Chaîne des Puys, a UNESCO World Heritage site of ancient volcanoes, a fitting setting for sparking new ideas and igniting innovation.
Hosted by Université Clermont Auvergne
We’re thrilled to have Université Clermont Auvergne as our host this year. UCA is a dynamic, research-focused institution with more than 35,000 students and 40 research units spanning the sciences, health, and humanities. The university’s AuBi bioinformatics platform operates a local Galaxy instance and supports vibrant collaborations across Europe and beyond, making it the perfect home for GCC2026.
Key Dates
| Date | What's happening? |
|---|---|
| Week of January 9 | Early registration opens |
| Week of February 3 | Abstract submissions open |
| April 6 | Talk abstracts close |
| April 20 | Notifications of abstract acceptance sent |
| June 22–24 | GCC2026 |
| June 25–26 | CoFest |
Ready to explore?
Come for the science, stay for the scenery, the community, and the cheese!
Plan your trip, explore local attractions like the Puy de Dôme volcano, Vulcania theme park, and the Michelin Adventure Museum, and experience the best of French hospitality in the heart of Auvergne.
Stay Connected
Don’t miss any updates! From abstract calls to keynote announcements, join the GCC2026 Announce mailing list for the latest news.
Save the dates. Pack your curiosity. See you at GCC2026!