VenueConnect 2026 is IAVM’s annual conference and trade show hosting professionals from a spectrum of public assembly venues including arenas, convention centers, amphitheaters, fairgrounds, performing arts centers, stadiums and universities. VenueConnect 2026 inspires industry leaders, provides targeted education, and brings attendees together to create valuable professional connections, explore innovative ideas and current trends in the venue management industry, tour venues across all sectors, and learn from leaders in the field. Not your typical conference, VenueConnect 2026 is the only industry conference that inspires industry leaders, provides targeted education, and brings attendees together to create relationships that last a lifetime.
What To Expect from VC26:
- Targeted Education: Gain access to current trends and topics for industry professionals today from top industry leaders.
- Amazing Speakers: Learn, from the experts, more about venue safety and security, sales and marketing trends, leadership, guest services, diversity and inclusion, and more!
- Connections for Life: Make valuable professional connections, explore new and innovative ideas in the venue management industry, and learn from leaders in the field.
- Venue Partners and Suppliers: Meet and greet more than 150 exhibitors and indulge in networking opportunities with venue industry professionals.
- Fun: Enjoy venue tours, the DILC Celebration for a Cause receptions, and the Closing Night Party.
