Kong is thrilled to announce the return of [Partner Summit](https://konghq.com/events/conferences/api-summit/partner-summit)Partner Summit live and in person for the first time since 2022! We’re inviting our global Kong partner ecosystem to come together at our premier event that is shaping the future of APIs, AI, and cloud native architecture. As we navigate massive industry shifts like agentic AI, security, and event streaming, this is the can't-miss conference for organizations intent on staying relevant in an ever-changing digital world.
As a bonus, partners who attend the Partner Summit will have the opportunity to participate in live technical certifications and receive an exclusive 50% discount to the [API Summit 2025](https://apisummit.com/)API Summit 2025, Oct. 14–15, 2025.
We're also excited to bring back the Kong Partner Awards, recognizing the innovation, growth, and impact of our incredible partners.
Here's a quick overview of all you need to know about this year's event.
Kong Partner Summit takes place October 13, 2025, at Convene Brookfield Place (225 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10281).
The cost of attending is covered for Kong’s active partners. This all-access pass includes admission to Partner Summit, the Partner Appreciation Reception, partner certification days (Oct. 14–15), food and beverages, and 50% off entry to API Summit 2025.
*(Psst! If you’re a current Kong partner, reach out to your regional Partner Sales Director for your exclusive API Summit 2025 discount code.)*
Kong’s channel and technology partners are stepping up to lead in the evolving agentic era. Whether you’re a business leader or technical expert, you’ll find executive sessions, collaborative roundtable discussions, and live certifications tailored to your role.
Kong is the API platform for the most performant and disruptive businesses in the world. Organizations looking to differentiate from the competition know that success starts with how businesses approach the API.
APIs have the potential to be the lifeblood of disruption if treated as a mission-critical strategic asset. Kong wants to pass its know-how and skillsets onto our partner ecosystem so we can help organizations build differentiated experiences based on real-time data.
APIs power the AI agents, apps, and digital experiences that define modern business. Mastering these connections is essential for scaling securely, moving fast, and building what’s next.
At Partner Summit, you’ll:
Whether you’re building AI infrastructure, modernizing legacy systems, or scaling globally, this is your opportunity to grow your impact, expand your reach, and drive more customer value with Kong.
Yes! Bringing a customer to [API Summit](https://apisummit.com/)API Summit is a powerful way to strengthen relationships, showcase your strategic value, and co-explore the future of APIs, AI, and cloud native innovation. It opens the door for joint discovery sessions, hands-on demos, and direct engagement with Kong experts, helping accelerate your customer’s modernization journey and drive pipeline momentum.
We’re proud to recognize the trailblazers in our partner ecosystem who are delivering meaningful outcomes around the world. Award categories include:
The partner awards ceremony will take place at [City Vineyard at Pier 26](https://citywinery.com/city-vineyard-nyc)City Vineyard at Pier 26 with a view of the twinkling NYC city skyline. Attendees will enjoy cocktails, snacks, and live music while congratulating our winning partners and encouraging future winners!
*Do you think your organization belongs in one of these categories? *[*Nominate a partner or your team here.*](https://konghq.com/events/conferences/api-summit/partner-awards)*Nominate a partner or your team here.*
We're counting down the days until we get to welcome you back in person this October! We hope you join us to celebrate partnership, innovation, and the people behind the most performant and disruptive organizations on the planet.
Will we see you in New York? 👉 [Register now!](https://konghq.com/events/conferences/api-summit/partner-summit)Register now!
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