Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest 2025 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center has all the makings of an umissable IT professionals, developers, and open-source enthusiasts.
This year marks a full integration of AnsibleFest into the Summit, offering a unified experience that spans automation, cloud-native development, AI/ML, edge computing, and enterprise security.
Join Spacelift at Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest! We’ll be at booth #314 in the Expo Hall, ready to connect, share insights, and show you how our platform can elevate your workflow. Come meet the team, tell us what you’re building, and grab some exclusive swag while you’re there!
In this guide, we cover everything you need to know about Red Hat Summit + AnsibleFest 2025.
Red Hat Summit is an annual conference hosted by Red Hat that brings together IT professionals, developers, and business leaders to explore the latest in open source technology.
The event features keynotes, hands-on labs, technical sessions, and product demonstrations that focus on Red Hat’s ecosystem, including Linux, Kubernetes, automation, and cloud technologies.
Red Hat Summit is also a platform for announcing new product updates and strategic initiatives, offering attendees early insights into Red Hat’s roadmap.
What is AnsibleFest?
AnsibleFest is a dedicated conference by Red Hat that highlights innovations and best practices in IT automation using Ansible. It brings together users, contributors, and automation leaders to explore real-world use cases, new features, and strategic direction for the Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform.
While it started as an independent event, AnsibleFest is now fully integrated into Red Hat Summit, where it continues as a specialized track focused entirely on automation.
Here are some things to know before this year’s edition starts:
When and where are Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest taking place in 2025?
Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest 2025 will be held from May 19 to May 22, 2025, at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) in Boston, Massachusetts. AnsibleFest is integrated into the Red Hat Summit, providing attendees with access to both events under a single registration.
Registration
Attendees can choose from several pricing options tailored to individual and group needs. The standard admission pass is $1,999, valid from March 20 through the end of the conference. For organizations planning to send multiple team members, a group rate of $799 per person is available, provided that at least three people register together.
The standard event registration includes full access to both Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest, giving participants the opportunity to attend keynotes, breakout sessions, hands-on labs, and explore the expo hall.
Additionally, attendees can enhance their learning by opting for Power Training, a two-day intensive program that takes place before the main event and focuses on Red Hat technologies.
Accommodation and transport
Red Hat has partnered with several hotels near the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) to offer discounted rates for attendees. You can secure your room and rate during the registration process.
Here’s a list of recommended hotels:
- The Westin Boston Seaport
- Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
- Aloft Boston Seaport District
- Element Boston Seaport District
- Seaport Boston Hotel
Additional options are available in the downtown and Back Bay areas, including:
- Hyatt Regency Downtown Boston
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Moxy Boston Downtown
Boston’s public transportation system, operated by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), offers subway (“T”), bus, and commuter rail services for convenient city travel. For more information on routes and schedules, visit the MBTA website.
If you’re staying at one of the nearby hotels, the BCEC is within walking distance, allowing you to commute to the event venue easily.
At Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest 2025, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with a comprehensive range of sessions that delve into the practical applications of open-source technologies.
The event offers over 300 sessions and labs, including hands-on technical workshops, breakout sessions, and lightning talks, covering topics such as automation, edge computing, AI/ML, and enterprise security. These sessions are designed to provide insights into real-world implementations, with case studies from organizations like AT&T and Visa, as well as discussions on emerging trends in open-source communities.
Beyond the structured sessions, the event facilitates networking through various activities. You can participate in Community Day to connect with open-source contributors, or attend evening receptions such as the Welcome Reception and the Red Hat Summit Celebration at the New England Aquarium, where you can network with peers and industry leaders in a more relaxed setting.
Don’t forget to visit the expo hall to explore the latest technologies, interact with product experts, and discover partner solutions.
The Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest sessions catalog is packed with content this year, with a noticeable focus on AI and AI-driven transformation across industries.
Here are a few that stand out and are worth adding to your schedule:
- AI inferencing for developers and administrators | Eric Curtin, Daniel Walsh, Stevan Le Meur | Monday, May 19 | 11:00 AM – 11:40 AM EDT | BCEC – Room 203 (Level 2)
- All aboard: Kubernetes, automation, and GitOps for freight rail systems | Jaime Magiera | Monday, May 19 | 3:30 PM – 4:10 PM EDT | BCEC – Room 254A (Level 2)
- How does automation pay for itself? | Bob Longmore | Tuesday, May 20 | 1:25 PM – 1:45 PM EDT | AnsibleFest Discovery Theater, Expo Hall
- Embracing partnership and open collaboration in the cloud-native and AI model serving communities | Michael Goin, Adam Tetelman, Yuan Tang, Brittany Rockwell | Tuesday, May 20 | 3:30 PM – 4:10 PM EDT | BCEC – Room 251 (Level 2)
- Unmasking the attack: A DevSecOps capture-the-flag challenge on Red Hat OpenShift | Michael Thirion, Rachid Snoussi | Wednesday, May 21 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EDT | BCEC – Room 152 (Level 1)
- Successful, scalable cloud platform engineering: Hype vs. reality | Andi Grabner, Hilliary Lipsig | Wednesday, May 21 | 11:15 AM – 11:55 AM EDT | BCEC – Room 257A (Level 2)
- Optimize your architecture for the next wave of AI-infused applications | Luis I. Cortes, Bernard Tison, Mark Cheshire | Thursday, May 22 | 9:45 AM – 10:25 AM EDT | BCEC – Room 204A (Level 2)
If you’re attending Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest for the first time, preparing strategically can help you make the most of the experience. Here are our tips:
- Plan your agenda early – With hundreds of sessions, labs, and keynotes, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Review the session catalog as soon as it’s available and bookmark the ones that align with your interests or current projects.
- Don’t get overwhelmed – Be realistic about how much you can attend in a day, leave space for breaks and spontaneous discoveries.
- Prioritize labs and demos – Hands-on labs and product demos fill up quickly, and they offer some of the most practical, takeaway value. These are especially useful if you’re exploring tools like Ansible Automation Platform or OpenShift.
- Use the app – Download and use the official conference app. It typically includes maps, your personalized schedule, and real-time updates or changes to sessions. You can also use it to connect with other attendees and set up meetings.
- Network with intention – Take advantage of Community Day, hallway conversations, and evening socials to connect with peers, engineers, and product experts. These informal settings are great for knowledge-sharing.
- Visit the Expo Hall thoughtfully – Don’t try to see everything. Choose a few booths or vendors that are most relevant to your work, and spend time asking questions or watching demos to get deeper insights.
- Follow up after the event – Keep track of useful contacts and session notes. After the event, follow up with new connections on LinkedIn or via email, and revisit session recordings or materials if they’re made available. This helps reinforce what you’ve learned and can spark further exploration.
Spacelift is heading to Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest 2025! Join us in the Expo Hall at Booth #314 from Monday, May 19, through Wednesday, May 21. Our team is ready to chat about how Spacelift helps you stay in control, scale with confidence, and reclaim time for the work that truly matters.
We’re bringing our signature swag, expert insights, and a whole lot of energy, so stop by, say hi, and let’s talk infrastructure as code, the smart way.
While you’re in Boston, join Spacelift at F1 Arcade Boston on May 20 from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM ET for an evening where competitive racing meets DevOps and platform engineering. We’ll be hosting a racing simulator competition, revealing our latest research on IaC and infrastructure automation, and providing ample networking opportunities with peers.
Anyone interested in open source innovation, IT automation, and enterprise tech should attend Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest 2025. Whether you’re new to Red Hat or a seasoned pro, the event offers tailored sessions, labs, and insights to help you drive innovation across your organization.
Missed Red Hat Summit and AnsibleFest 2025? Don’t worry, we keep an up-to-date list of DevOps conferences and events. (There’s something happening somewhere almost every week.) In the meantime, check out IaCConf, the first community-driven virtual IaC conference that we’re hosting!
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