The Midwest Bitcoin Summit is fast becoming one of the most important regional Bitcoin conferences in the United States. Set in Columbus, Ohio at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, the September 23–24, 2026 edition brings a strong speaker lineup and the growing energy of the American heartland Bitcoin community.

Tickets at midwestbtc.com.

The Basics

Dates: September 23–24, 2026
Venue: Greater Columbus Convention Center, Columbus, Ohio
Format: In-Person

Confirmed Speakers

The 2026 lineup includes Warren Davidson, Dr. Ahmad Ammous, Ben Werkman, Brett Guiley, Kyle Pierce, John Cabello, Shane Hazel, Les Borsai, Andrew Burchwell, Jordan Guess, Timothy Niemeyer, Keith Gardner, Brian Hirschfield, Jason Leibowitz, Sal E. Pineda, and more.

Why the Midwest Bitcoin Summit Matters

The American Bitcoin conference circuit has historically been dominated by events on the coasts — Las Vegas, Miami, New York. The Midwest Bitcoin Summit fills a genuine gap, serving the large and growing Bitcoin community across Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, and the broader heartland states.

The Greater Columbus Convention Center is a world-class venue in a city that's increasingly recognized as one of America's most dynamic emerging tech hubs. Columbus is centrally located, easy to reach by road from much of the Midwest, and has a growing Bitcoin community of its own.

The conference strikes a balance between technical content and broader Bitcoin education, making it accessible to both new and experienced Bitcoiners. The speaker lineup — including a sitting US Congressman in Warren Davidson — reflects the growing political and institutional dimension of Bitcoin in America.

Getting There

Columbus John Glenn International Airport has direct flights from most major US cities. The city is also within driving distance of Cincinnati, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, Indianapolis, and Detroit. The Greater Columbus Convention Center is in the heart of downtown, within walking distance of hotels, restaurants, and the Short North arts district.

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