KubeCon + Cloud NativeCon 2025: The Attendees’ Guide

KubeCon + Cloud NativeCon North America 2025 is just around the corner. Taking place November 10-13, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, this event is a must-attend for users of the cloud-native space.

Splunk is proud to be a Platinum sponsor for this year’s event! Visit Splunk at Booth #1410. Scroll down to read about our offerings.

Read on to learn all you need to know about KubeCon + Cloud NativeCon North America 2025.

What is KubeCon + Cloud NativeCon?

KubeCon + Cloud NativeCon is an annual conference organized by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) that brings together developers, operators, and other professionals from the cloud-native ecosystem. The event focuses on Kubernetes, the open-source container orchestration platform, and other related technologies within the cloud-native landscape.

What you can expect

At KubeCon, attendees can expect a range of activities including:

• Keynote speeches from industry leaders who are driving innovation in the industry, offering valuable perspectives on emerging trends and future directions.
• Technical sessions that cover a broad spectrum of topics, from foundational concepts to advanced techniques in Kubernetes and cloud-native tools.
• Hands-on labs provide practical experience and direct engagement with the technologies being discussed.
• Networking opportunities allow attendees to connect with peers, experts, and potential collaborators.

The conference showcases the latest advancements in Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies, provides insights into best practices, and facilitates discussions on the future of cloud-native computing.

View the full schedule on the conference website.

Pass types & prices

There are two types of passes you can purchase for this conference. For all access, this includes entry to all CNCF-hosted co-located events (including Observability Day) and KubeCon + Cloud NativeCon. Conference-only passes include entry to KubeCon + Cloud NativeCon only.

Below are the pass rates you can purchase before the conference.

• All-access: $2278 (corporate), $1278 (individual), or $275 (academic).
• KubeCon + Cloud NativeCon only: $1899 (corporate), $899 (individual), or $200 (academic).

If you are unable to attend the conference, most sessions are recorded and will be made available shortly after the event. Register here and check out all you need to know about your passes.

Cloud Native tracks

At KubeCon + Cloud NativeCon, the conference tracks are organized around specific themes and objectives, allowing attendees to concentrate on topics that align with their interests and expertise. Each track explores various facets of cloud-native technologies, catering to both newcomers with foundational content and seasoned professionals with advanced discussions.

This structured approach helps attendees navigate the conference efficiently and gain deeper insights into specialized areas such as:

• Cloud Native Novice: Entry-level topics for those new to cloud native, including basic networking, storage, security, application development, and community engagement.
• Application Development: Best practices and tools for building and scaling modern cloud native applications, with an emphasis on developer productivity.
• Platform Engineering (Splunk-recommended): Deep dives into building and optimizing cloud native platforms, automation, CI/CD pipelines, and toolchains — key for organizations seeking resilient, scalable infrastructure.
• Operations + Performance: Operationalizing cloud native projects, covering autoscaling, high availability, performance optimization, operator patterns, and reliability.
• Security (Splunk-recommended): Comprehensive look at cloud-native security, including threat modeling, identity management, and vulnerability management, zero trust, supply chain security, and security post-mortems — critical for organizations prioritizing secure environments.
• AI + ML: Highlights the latest developments in AI and machine learning within cloud-native environments. Including MLOps, AIOps, and deploying ML workloads.
• Connectivity: Networking, service mesh, edge computing, and telco-specific topics for advanced connectivity in cloud native deployments.
• Data Processing + Storage: Managing, streaming, and optimizing data and storage in cloud native environments, including databases and provisioning.
• Observability (Splunk recommended): Covers methodologies and tools for monitoring, metrics, logging, tracing, and alerting — essential for gaining visibility and ensuring performance in modern environments.  
• Emerging + Advanced: Cutting-edge research, early-stage projects, and advanced cloud native concepts for those interested in what’s next.
• Cloud-Native Experience: Community, business value, and real-world lessons for anyone navigating or building the cloud native ecosystem.
• Maintainer: Updates and best practices directly from CNCF project maintainers, highlighting new features and project health.

Explore the tracks here.

Splunk at KubeCon

Splunk, a Cisco company, is excited to be a Platinum sponsor at our favorite cloud native and observability event! We’re bringing the OpenTelemetry Observatory along, so make sure to visit us in Atlanta.

Stop by our booth at #1410 to:

• See live demos of our latest observability solutions, including newly updated Kubernetes monitoring and user experience features.
• Chat with OpenTelemetry maintainers and Splunk experts about best practices and the essential role of OpenTelemtry in cloud native development.
• Score a coveted Splunk t-shirt (while supplies last!).
• Play KubeDoom for a chance to win daily grand prizes (Tuesday & Wednesday).
• Catch Splunk speaking sessions and gain valuable insights from our thought leaders.

Don’t miss the OpenTelemetry Observatory: Conveniently located right next to Splunk in space 1510, the OpenTelemetry Observatory will showcase the newest developments from OTel contributors worldwide.

Join us for an engaging, hands-on experience with the Splunk team — and discover how observability can help you see everything and sleep better!

Opening remarks from KubeCon 2024

See below for the opening keynote from KubeCon 2024 in Salt Lake City given by the executive director of CNCF, Priyanka Sharma.

Explore Atlanta

Atlanta is a city full of energy and southern charm, offering something for everyone.

Explore top attractions such as:

• The Georgia Aquarium.
• The Atlanta Botanical Garden.
• The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park.
• Piedmont Park.
• Ponce City Market.

Each neighborhood has its own personality — whether you’re exploring the artsy vibe of Midtown, the upscale shops in Buckhead, or the quirky spots in Little Five Points. Atlanta’s food scene is incredible too, with everything from classic comfort food to global flavors. With beautiful parks, lively festivals, and plenty of things to see and do, Atlanta is a place you’ll love to explore.

For comprehensive information on accommodations, dining options, and a variety of activities, visit the Atlanta website which offers a detailed overview to help you make the most of your stay.

KubeCrawl

Kick off KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America 2025 in Atlanta with the cloud native community!

Join on Tuesday, November 11, from 6:15–7:45pm in Exhibit Hall B3-B5 for an evening of local food, drinks, games, and networking. Explore sponsor booths to discover the latest tech and opportunities, and don’t miss the Poster Sessions for informal, tech-focused conversations.

All registered attendees are welcome — add sessions to your schedule via the Sched app and make the most of your conference experience!

Learn more here.

Hotel recommendations

Below is a short list of hotel recommendations that are near the Georgia World Congress Center (Building B) which is where KubeCon + CloudNativeCon will be held. These hotels are offering a discount for the dates of the conference. The rate is valid until the cutoff date, or the room block is full.

• Hilton Atlanta: 1.1 miles to venue and the room rates start from $219.
• The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta: 0.8 miles to venue and the room rates start from $289.
• Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Downtown: 0.8 miles to venue and the room rates start from $239.
• Hyatt Place Atlanta Centennial Park: 0.7 miles to venue and the room rates start from $259.

For more information on these hotels, check out the website.

Transportation

When coming to a new city, it is very important to figure out transportation before you get there. Here is what you need to know:

• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is 10.7 miles from the venue which is approximately a 20-minute drive.
• There is great public transportation in Atlanta — you can take the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) which is Atlanta’s public transportation system of busses and rail lines. Five Points is the closest Red/Gold station and GWCC is the closest Blue/Green station.
• There is always Uber or once you are at the hotel, you could choose to walk.
• United Airlines and Delta Airlines are partnering up with the Linux Foundation for this conference and can offer you a special discount for your trip.

Head to the conference website for questions on transportation or the airline discount.

KubeCon is a large-scale event, so be prepared for plenty of walking throughout the venue and limited seating in common areas. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and bringing a reusable water bottle to stay refreshed as you explore the conference.

We hope you enjoy KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America 2025 and all that Atlanta have to offer!