EVENTS
AGENDA
BPL conference agendas are famously iterative and - as such - are always a work in progress. The below is intended to give you some sense of the flow of the conference to help you plan accordingly; however, we reserve the right to alter the route before the conference begins (or even in the middle of it!) so please plan accordingly and be sure to revisit this page for any updates.
A BIG BANG of Color
Join us in Dallas, Texas for Big Bang — Big Picture Learning’s annual conference. Inspired by culture and creative energy of Dallas, this year’s Big Bang of Color celebrates art, movement, and the many pathways of learning. Together, we’ll explore how learning lives and works alongside the people and industries that shape the city — sparking bold ideas and an explosion of connection.
Tuesday, July 21
WELCOME TO DALLAS
Big Bang begins with connection.
Join us early for Pre-Con sessions and our First Timer Meet & Greet — a space to ground yourself, find your people, and step into the energy of the week.
We’ll close the evening with an Opening Reception that officially launches our Big Bang of color. ​​
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Wednesday, July 22
EXPLORE THE CITY
Then we head out for Leaving to Learn — exploring the people, places, and work shaping Dallas. This is where learning meets the real world.
The night invites you to further explore the city with an invitation to a Night Out on the Town.
Expect joy, movement, and a little sparkle.
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Thursday, July 23
COLLIDE & CREATE
Begin the day with breakfast and BPLiving in Action wellness activities to center yourself before another PMU and Plenary celebration.
From there, we gather in Strand Advisories and dive into workshops, affinity spaces, and collaborative sessions. This is our deep learning day — where ideas collide, strategies sharpen, and new possibilities take shape.
The evening brings us back together for our conference celebration event. ​
Friday, July 24
REFLECT & LAUNCH
One final breakfast. One final BPLiving wellness moment. One final PMU and Plenary celebration.
We return to our Strand Advisories to reflect on what we’ve learned and what we’re carrying forward.
Then it’s time for “Kick Me Out” — a joyful sendoff as we leave Dallas energized, connected, and ready to spark change back home. ​​​​
