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Ideas
People
Opportunity
VenueConnect 2026
Ideas
People
Opportunity
VenueConnect 2026
VenueConnect 2026
Registration Information
Professional Member
$1099
/Early Bird
*Early Bird Ends May 31st
Professional Join & Save
$1649
*1 year of IAVM Membership included
Professional Nonmember
$1649
/Early Bird
*Early Bird Ends May 31st
Allied Member
$1799
/Early Bird
*Early Bird Ends May 31st
Allied Join & Save
$2525
*1 year of IAVM Membership included
Allied Nonmember
$2525
/Early Bird
*Early Bird Ends May 31st
Young Professional Member
$650
Faculty Member
$650
Student Member
$150
To view the VC26 Registration Terms & Conditions, including the Cancellation/Refund Policy, Click Here.
VenueConnect 2026
The Intersection of Ideas, People, & Opportunity
Insight
Fuel your thinking with education designed for where the industry is going—not where it’s been. From forward-looking keynotes to practical breakout sessions, you’ll gain insights you can apply immediately to elevate your venue, your team, and your impact.
Community
Build meaningful connections with the people who understand your world. Whether you’re reconnecting with peers or meeting new collaborators, VenueConnect creates the space for conversations that turn into ideas, partnerships, and lifelong professional relationships.
Solutions
Step onto the show floor where solutions come to life. Explore the exhibit hall, discover new technologies and services, and connect directly with partners ready to help you solve challenges, drive revenue, and move your venue forward.
VenueConnect 2026
Session Spotlights
Stay at the Center of It All
Make your VenueConnect 2026 experience seamless by staying at our official host hotel, the JW Marriott Indianapolis. Located in the heart of downtown, this modern, full-service hotel puts you steps away from the Indiana Convention Center and connected via skywalk—so getting to sessions, networking events, and exhibits is effortless.
Designed with both comfort and productivity in mind, the JW Marriott offers spacious guest rooms with stunning city views, thoughtfully designed workspaces, and amenities that help you recharge after a full day of learning and connection.
Whether you’re grabbing coffee before an early session, hosting an impromptu meeting in the lobby, or unwinding after a packed day, everything you need is right here.
"As the live event industry continues to evolve, VenueConnect is an essential resource for expanding my knowledge and enhancing strategic planning. It provides a unique opportunity to learn from the collective experience of fellow venue managers, allowing me to make more informed decisions beyond the scope of my own experience."
Brett Mitchell, CVE
General Manager, Overland Park Convention Center - OVG
"I have had the good fortune of being a member of quite a few organizations, but none of them hold my heart like the people in the International Association of Venue Managers! I have been a very proud member for 10 years now, and the opportunities I have had, memories I have made, and relationships I have built are second to none! I will be a part of this family for as long as I can and will continue to give it praise, time, money and energy!
Jana Brooks, CVP
Customer Experience Manager, Visit Baltimore
