Event Schedule - Minneapolis

Check in, grab your lanyard and bingo card, and kick things off with coffee and a donut. Then settle in as your emcees for the day—YNAB Chief Marketing Officer Lindsey and Loose Change writer Dan—welcome you to a full day of fun, insight, and connection.

You’ve definitely asked this question about your spending—but what do you actually mean? What assumptions are packed into that little word “right”? And could those assumptions be quietly undermining your happiness? Ben M. of Sketchy Advice unpacks the mental gymnastics behind this question and offers a more joyful way to approach your decisions.

Join longtime YNAB teacher Dave Cromblehome as he explores the evolution of the YNAB Method—from the original Four Rules to the Five Core Questions at the heart of Spendfulness. Learn how these questions unlock clarity, confidence, and a life designed with intention. You'll get a fresh take on the beloved Wish Farm, a deep dive into the “Goals Large or Small” question, and a look at how spendfulness continues to grow.

YNAB founder Jesse Mecham and CEO Todd Curtis take the stage for a one-of-a-kind conversation exploring YNAB from both sides: how it shows up in people’s lives, and how it evolves behind the scenes. They’ll reflect on the questions that matter most—about spending, second-guessing, and designing a life with intention—while sharing stories and insights from YNAB’s journey past, present, and future.

Get ready to laugh—and maybe debate—as your favorite YNAB personalities weigh in on some spicy takes from the community. You decide if they’re right… or very wrong.

Refuel, connect, and recharge. Enjoy lunch and community while exploring our interactive lounge complete with meet-and-greets with YNAB personalities, coaching drop-ins, booths full of hands-on fun, a giant game of YNAB Bingo, and yes—tattoos (if you're feeling bold)!

Whether you’re brand new or a long-time budgeter, real transformation is always possible. In this live recording of Budget Nerds, Ben, Ernie, and Ashley from The Organized Wallet dig into what financial change really looks like—through personal stories and a deep dive into Ashley’s actual YNAB spending plan. You’ll leave feeling inspired, encouraged, and reminded: you can be good with money.

To close out the day, YNAB founder Jesse Mecham reflects on what we’ve learned, what we’ve shared, and what it all means. This is your final moment to breathe it in—the laughs, the insights, the community—and carry it forward. It’s a reminder that the best money you’ll ever spend… is the money that helps you live the life you want.

Pick up your merch, snap one last selfie with a new friend, and say your farewells after a day you truly have to experience to believe.