RootsTech 2026 is just around the corner, and registration is now open! Get ready to celebrate your family and learn something new about your heritage. The 3-day genealogy conference, 5–7 March 2026, is packed with a variety of family history activities, including:
- Inspiring keynote speakers on the power of family connection.
- Hundreds of in-person and online classes to help beginners and experts make their next important discovery.
- A virtual Expo Hall for browsing and learning about new products for building and sharing your family story.
- Daily forums on the latest breakthroughs in family history research and innovation.
How to Register
To register for RootsTech, visit the registration page on the RootsTech website. There are 2 registration options—one for attending in person (in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States) and one for online. Register now to take advantage of early-bird pricing for the in-person conference, or register to attend online, and you’ll be able to watch RootsTech from anywhere in the world—for free!
- Register online starting September 24th (or in person at the event).
- Early bird pricing—only $99 for 3 days, $69 for 1 day.
- Family Discovery Day, Saturday, 7 March—Free for the whole family!
- Registration encouraged, opening September 24th.
- FREE to watch live-streamed and on-demand sessions.
Why Attend RootsTech 2026?
RootsTech is a one-of-a-kind family discovery celebration that connects people from nearly every country on earth. For 3 days, 5–7 March, those who attend have a special opportunity to explore all that’s new in the genealogy industry while learning new techniques and new skills for uncovering their family story. In between activities, attendees make friends who share their interests and, in some cases, even meet a new relative!
Classes for Every Skill Level
RootsTech is all about learning new ways to dive into your family story. Whether you consider yourself a family history beginner or an expert, you’ll have plenty of in-person and online classes to choose from on topics that interest you.
Note: The full RootsTech 2026 conference schedule will be available in January 2026.
Expo Hall
The RootsTech Expo Hall is like a small village inside the Salt Palace Convention Center, where every booth, every table, every display is dedicated to family history. This is the perfect place to learn about a new innovation, try a new product, or ask your question to a company representative. But don’t feel left out if you’re planning to participate online! You can do many of the same things in the virtual expo hall on RootsTech.org.
Inspiring Main Stage Presentations
Everyone has a favorite thing about RootsTech. But the Main Stage is undoubtedly the conference’s biggest attraction. This is where keynote speakers share how heritage, connection, and family discovery have shaped their lives. With thousands of attendees filling the auditorium—and hundreds of thousands more joining online—the feeling during a Main Stage presentation is always inspiring. This is where you hear the stories that stick with you, the kind that make you want to dig deeper into your own family history and share what you find with loved ones.
Relatives at RootsTech
With so many people participating in RootsTech, online and in person, you’re bound to be related to at least a few of them, right? If you're joining the conference in person, select the option in your RootsTech app titled "Relatives at RootsTech," and find out! If you are joining online, go to rootstech.org/connect. The activity scans your family tree and quickly compares it with other people at the conference who have enabled the experience. Then it tells you where your branches cross and how you’re related.
You’ll be surprised how many 4th and 5th cousins forgot to tell you they were coming and are now in the very same building as you. Thanks to Relatives at RootsTech and the FamilySearch Family Tree, you may discover and connect with relatives from all around the world!
Free Family Discovery Day
If you've ever been to RootsTech, you know—Saturday features Family Discovery Day, with games and activities for family members of all ages. Plan on an inspiration-filled day, with a healthy dose of fun and a large order of smiles. Everyone gets into Family Discovery Day free, and everyone is invited, including—or should we say, especially—the kids!
Why Register for RootsTech 2026?
Even if you’re planning to attend virtually, for free, you’ll still want to register for the conference. Registration ensures full access to all the exciting online RootsTech events once the conference starts.
Online or in person—be sure to opt in for important notifications from the RootsTech team so that you hear about any changes or updates that might occur in the coming months. We will let you know when you can create your class schedule and how to find other helpful information to have the best RootsTech experience.
Mark Your Calendar for an Unforgettable Event
Now that you have the details, here’s your to-do list for the next few days:
- Register to attend the online or in-person conference, and save the date for 5–7 March 2026.
- Copy the URL to the registration page, and send it to a friend or family member. It’s always fun to be at RootsTech, but being there together with someone you love is a lifetime memory!
- Visit the RootsTech Video Library, and get inspired with a tip or suggestion for uncovering your family story.
See you at RootsTech 2026! The conference countdown has begun!
At FamilySearch, we care about connecting you with your family, and we provide fun discovery experiences and family history services for free. Why? Because we cherish families and believe that connecting generations can improve our lives now and forever. We are a nonprofit organization sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. To learn more about our beliefs, click here.
