As we enter 2026, the Cardano ecosystem is reaching a historic turning point with the mainnet launch of Midnight, its highly anticipated privacy-focused partner chain.
With Zero-Knowledge (ZK) technology moving from theory to real-world application, keeping track of network transitions, global conferences, and governance milestones is essential for any serious participant in the space. This guide provides a comprehensive roadmap for 2026, covering everything from the Kūkolu mainnet phases to major global events like the Tech for Impact Summit n Tokyo.
Consider this your "essential guide" to navigating the most important year for Cardano and Midnight yet. Bookmark this page to stay updated as the ecosystem evolves throughout the year.
January
- Jan 18: DAO ✖️ Cardano, Midnight Meetup!: https://luma.com/odjqz06d?tk=dwpJ6D
- Jan 25: Midnight Japan Tour (Sapporo): https://luma.com/8qayvj1n
- Jan 28: Midnight Japan Tour (Osaka): https://luma.com/gk1yp27n
- Jan 28: IAGON RoyaltyNode Launch Event (Osaka): https://luma.com/mpca0shh
- Jan 30: IAGON RoyaltyNode Launch Event (Tokyo): https://luma.com/6ilhbge1
- Jan 31: Midnight Japan Tour (Fukuoka): https://luma.com/k1knwjq0
February
- Feb 3: Midnight Japan Tour (Okinawa): https://luma.com/qaxk6bqa
- Feb 7: Midnight Japan Tour (Tokyo): https://luma.com/xaapu669
April
- Apr 26: Tech for Impact Summit (Tokyo): https://luma.com/wdw53mzh