Hello WordPress enthusiasts,
We are excited to invite you to WordCamp Asia 2025, happening from February 20 to 22, 2025, at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in Manila, Philippines. This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the WordPress community, learn from experts, and contribute to the future of WordPress. WordCamp Asia 2025 welcomes everyone, from long-time WordPress contributors to newcomers exploring its potential for the first time. It’s a space to connect, learn, and grow together. We will take a deep dive into more details in this blog, so read on!
Event schedule at a glance
- February 20, 2025 (Thursday)
Contributor Day: Collaborate with others to improve WordPress. Learn more
- February 21, 2025 (Friday)
Conference Day 1: Attend sessions and workshops led by industry experts.
- February 22, 2025 (Saturday)
Conference Day 2: More sessions and networking opportunities.
YouthCamp: A special program for young WordPress enthusiasts. Details here
After Party: Celebrate with fellow attendees at The Forum at PICC.
Understanding WordCamps: More than just a tech conference
WordCamps are community-organized events that focus on WordPress, the open-source platform that powers over 40% of the web. These gatherings bring together users, developers, designers, and enthusiasts to share knowledge, network, and contribute to the WordPress project.
These events are spaces for learning, connection, and inspiration. They are built around the idea that WordPress is more than software—it’s a movement powered by people. From personal bloggers and small business owners to developers and educators, they are a celebration of creativity and collaboration across diverse industries and interests.
WordCamp Asia is the flagship WordPress event for the Asian continent, highlighting the growth and diversity of the WordPress community in this region.
What to expect at WordCamp Asia 2025
- Diverse sessions
Learn from a variety of topics ranging from development to content creation.
- Networking opportunities
Meet like-minded individuals and expand your professional network.
- Sponsor exhibits
Discover new tools and services from our sponsors.
- Community activities
Engage in discussions and collaborative projects.
Contributor Day: Be part of WordPress history
Date: February 20, 2025
Location: Philippine International Convention Center
Contributor Day is a cornerstone of WordCamp events, where attendees collaborate to improve WordPress.
Why you should join:
- Contribute your skills—whether technical, creative, or organizational.
- Learn how the open-source WordPress project works.
- Collaborate with diverse teams and make lasting connections.
Teams you can join:
- Core development: Work on WordPress itself.
- Design: Help shape user interfaces.
- Documentation: Improve resources for WordPress users.
- Accessibility: Make WordPress inclusive for everyone.
- Marketing: Help promote WordPress to a global audience.
Register for Contributor Day when you purchase your WordCamp ticket. No experience is needed—just enthusiasm! To participate, first purchase a WordCamp Asia 2025 ticket, then register for Contributor Day. More information here.
Bluehost at WordCamp Asia
As a proud Administrator Sponsor of WordCamp Asia 2025, Bluehost is excited to bring innovative tools, expert insights, and a wealth of resources to help WordPress users succeed. At Bluehost, we believe in empowering every individual, business, and creator to make their online vision a reality—and WordCamp Asia is the perfect platform to connect with the incredible WordPress community.
When you visit our booth at WordCamp Asia, here’s what you can expect:
Experience our AI-Powered Site Generator
Building a website can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially for beginners. That’s why we’re excited to showcase our AI Site Generator, a game-changing tool designed to simplify website creation.
- Easy setup: With just a few clicks, you can generate a fully functional website tailored to your needs.
- Customizable templates: Choose from a range of professionally designed layouts to match your style and goals.
- Smart content generation: Our AI helps craft relevant content, so you can get online faster and focus on what matters most.
We’ll be hosting live demos at our booth to show how quickly and efficiently you can go from an idea to a live website.
Bluehost Cloud: The future of hosting
Your website deserves a hosting solution that’s fast, secure, and scalable—and that’s exactly what Bluehost Cloud delivers.
- Optimized for performance: Experience lightning-fast load times and enhanced reliability with our cloud infrastructure.
- Built for WordPress: Easy integration with WordPress ensures your site is always up to date and running smoothly.
- Scalable solutions: Whether you’re just starting out or managing a high-traffic site, our cloud hosting grows with you.
- 24/7 expert support: Our support team is always available to help with anything you need, from troubleshooting to optimization tips.
Come chat with us to learn how Bluehost Cloud can elevate your WordPress experience, no matter the size of your project.
Bluehost and Yoast: A partnership for success
At Bluehost, we believe that collaboration leads to greater success. That’s why we’re proud to be present at the event alongside Yoast, one of the most trusted names in SEO, to help you get the full potential of your WordPress site. Together, we’re here to make building, hosting, and optimizing your website not just easy, but also enjoyable.
Our shared goal is simple: to empower you to succeed online.
Meet our team
At WordCamp Asia 2025, we’re excited to introduce you to the amazing people behind Bluehost. Our team is made up of passionate professionals who are dedicated to helping you make the most of your WordPress journey:
- Kevin Walker: Senior Vice President, Marketing
- Jonathan Desrosiers: Principal Software Engineer
- Arun Shenoy: Software Engineer
- Shreya Bhardwaj: Senior Manager, Marketing
- Arnav Chaudhary: Director, Engineering
- Jocelyn Hendrickson: Senior Product Manager
Featured speaker sessions
We are pleased to highlight some of the sessions at WordCamp Asia 2025. The speakers, renowned experts in their fields, are set to share their knowledge, tips, and strategies to help attendees navigate the digital landscape. From WordPress functionality to explorations of SEO best practices, these sessions are designed to provide valuable learning opportunities for all attendees.
One of our team members will be speaking at the event:
Jonathan Desrosiers, Principal Software Engineer at Bluehost, will deliver his talk, “The Unavoidable Truth: WordPress is Insecure”, on February 22, 2025, at 11:00 AM in Meeting Room 1 – Rizal (Room 1). He will discuss key vulnerabilities in WordPress and provide practical insights to enhance site security.
More notable sessions:
- Katie Keith will present Building plugins that stand out, a guide to creating solutions users love.
- Riad Benguella will dive into The future of Block Editing, sharing what’s next for the WordPress editor.
- Joost de Valk will explore SEO best ractices in 2025, providing actionable advice for growing your audience.
- Maya Shavin will discuss JavaScript frameworks and WordPress integration, showcasing modern workflows.
- Ryan Welcher will share Developer tools to supercharge your workflow.
- Birgit Pauli-Haack will present Gutenberg: Past, present, and future.
- Rian Rietveld will highlight Making WordPress accessible for all users.
For the full lineup of speakers and sessions, visit the official schedule.
YouthCamp
On February 22, 2025, we are hosting YouthCamp, a free event for kids and teens aged 8-17. Participants will:
- Create their own website using WordPress.
- Learn web hosting basics.
- Discover open-source software.
- Engage in fun workshops and activities.
To register your child, first purchase a WordCamp Asia 2025 ticket for yourself, then complete the YouthCamp registration form. More details
After party in the Philippines
Join us for a Filipino fiesta to celebrate the conclusion of WordCamp Asia 2025.
- Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
- Venue: The Forum at PICC
- Address: Vicente Sotto Street, CCP Complex, Pasay, Philippines
- Dress Code: Casual or island-inspired attire
Experience the warmth and energy of Filipino culture as we celebrate together.
Solutions spotlight
Attend the Solutions Spotlight sessions to learn about innovative tools from our sponsors. Presentations will be held in the Sponsors Hall on February 21 and 22, 2025.
Bluehost’s session:
Join Bluehost to learn about hosting solutions that make managing WordPress easier. From Managed WordPress Hosting to AI-powered site creation tools, see how Bluehost can support your website goals on February 21st, 2:30 PM PST. Schedule and details
See you at WordCamp Asia 2025
WordCamp Asia 2025 is a unique opportunity to come together as a global community and create something meaningful. It’s not just about WordPress—it’s about the people behind it. Each attendee brings a story, an idea, or a passion that contributes to the energy of this gathering.
As we gather in Manila, we’ll meet new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and build a stronger sense of community. Each conversation, session, and moment spent together adds something meaningful to the bigger picture of what WordPress is and can be.
Manila is ready to welcome you, and so are we. Let’s make WordCamp Asia 2025 a time to connect, grow, and celebrate the community we’ve built together. Get tickets here.
See you there! 💙