Everything you need to make INN Days run smoothly.
On this page, you’ll find everything you need to make your time at INN Days 2026 run smoothly. Find us at the Registration Desk or at gatherings@inn.org if you have any questions.
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June 17 & 18 • All Day • King’s Plaza
Running a newsroom is hard work. Thank you for all you do. Take a moment to unwind with tea, calming activities, and a quiet space to recharge.
Thank you to our sponsor UpContent, for keeping us connected during INN Days!
INN Days 2026 takes place June 16 to 18 at Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown located at 600 Commonwealth Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. View on map.
All conference programming will take place on the Second (Ballroom) Floor.
INN staff and local members have pitched in to create a list of nearby coffee shops, restaurants, trails and sights to see.
Looking for more to do and local deals? Check out the Visit Pittsburgh’s Guide for INN Days attendees
One of the best parts of the conference is building relationships and meeting new people working in this space. Check out nearby events taking place with our friends and partners to help spark new ideas and connect with others.
News & Brews
Wednesday, Jun 17 • 6 to 9 p.m.
Shorty’s Pins & Pints, 353 North Shore Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Join for a casual evening of connection, conversation, appetizers, and complimentary beverage tickets. All INN Days attendees are welcome, and you’ll also be joined by local news champions from Pittsburgh. It’s a chance to unwind, reconnect with colleagues, and spark new ideas beyond the conference sessions.
Hosted by Report for America, LION, News Revenue Hub, Rebuild Local News, Ag & Water Desk, Maynard Institute, and more.
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Happy Hour with the Media Power Collaborative
Wednesday, June 17 • 6 to 8 p.m.
Olive or Twist, 140 6th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Connect with fellow journalists, have free food and drink, and learn about grassroots campaigns for media policies that serve the public.
Media Power Collaborative will share more about how local organizing across the country is advancing media policy grounded in local news and information as vital public goods. Come to learn, share, and connect as we work to advance a vision for a transformed media system that serves the people.
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Take a Walk! Tour the Pittsburgh Downtown Media Hub
Thursday, Jun 18 • 12:05 to 1:30 p.m.
Pittsburgh Downtown Media Hub
223 Fourth Ave., 10th floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
As local newsrooms work to build sustainable futures, shared spaces can play an important role in fostering collaboration, connection, and community. The Pittsburgh Downtown Media Hub is a co-working space for nonprofit and independent news outlets made possible through the support of The Benter Foundation.During lunch, INN Days attendees are invited to tour the hub located in the Benedum-Trees Building at 223 Fourth Ave., 10th floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (a 7-min walk).
We have shared the attendee list by email with everyone who’s registered. Check your inbox for that link! For additional information about who attends INN Days, please contact gatherings@inn.org.
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Staff are wearing orange badges. Find us at Registration or around the conference venue. You can also reach us at gatherings@inn.org.
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