How the waitlist operates
Curious how the waitlist works? Want to know what's next if you're in queue? Read on... Continue reading
From the CHI SC on Venue Capacity
This message on CHI 2026 is reposted from the CHI Steering Committee’s blog. The ACM (Association for Computing Machinery) CHI conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems is the leading international conference on Human-Computer Interaction. CHI 2026 will take soon take place in Barcelona from the 13th to the 17th of April. The CHI Steering […]
Waitlist Closed & Next Steps
The CHI 2026 waitlist is closed. You can register for remote video presentations (where applicable) or contact the chairs (if needed). Continue reading
Eating Gluten-Free at CHI 2026
We know many people have dietary restrictions that go beyond preference. Every year CHI does it’s best to support everyone it can from halal to vegan from lacto-ovo to gluten free and even very specific allergies. It’s always a challenge as many venues just can’t support everything. This year, with lunchboxes† for sale, we’re doing […]
On Nearing Venue Capacity
CHI is nearing venue capacity and will likely sell out of tickets. Here's what's happening. Continue reading
CHI 2026 Community Update
We recognize that members of our community may be directly or indirectly affected by the current situation in the Middle East. Some of you live in the region, some have family, friends, or colleagues there, and others may be impacted through travel plans. The situation spans multiple countries and regions, and we understand that it […]
Insights Into the Paper Track Program Committee
By Sven Mayer and Guo Freeman This year, CHI’s paper track program committee comprises 1203 individuals from around the world, including four Paper Chairs, 55 Subcommittee Chairs (SC), 34 assistants who help with various tasks, and an impressive number of 1110 Associate Chairs (AC). In this blog post, we provide insights into the paper track […]
Registration Waitlisted
CHI 2026 is shaping up to be the largest CHI yet. With the conference nearing capacity, registration has moved to a waitlist system to prioritize presenters and essential participants while accommodating general attendees where possible. Continue reading
Sustainability
At CHI, we are committed to creating an event that is not only educational and informative but also sustainable. We understand the importance of protecting our planet and strive to minimize our environmental impact. On this page, you will find information about the sustainability measures supporting the conference, as well as tips for attendees on […]








