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Welcome to the definitive guide for data center and cloud professionals: The 2026 Data Center and Cloud Conferences Directory.<\/p>\n
In an era of accelerating technological innovation, staying ahead of the curve is paramount for those navigating the evolving landscape of data center operations. Whether you\u2019re seeking insights into emerging trends, networking opportunities with industry peers, or strategic partnerships with vendors and investors, these events offer a gateway to invaluable knowledge and connections.<\/p>\n
From bustling trade shows to immersive executive summits, there\u2019s a diverse array of opportunities awaiting those eager to delve into the heart of this dynamic industry.<\/p>\n
Bookmark this page, as this directory will be constantly updated throughout the year.<\/p>\n
Data Centre World<\/strong> Data Centre World will showcase the latest data center innovations and solutions to thousands of attendees. The 2026 edition returns to ExCeL London on March 4\u20135, bringing together the biggest names in data infrastructure and tech. Gain first-hand knowledge on boosting data center capacity, efficiency, and readiness for future demands, as exhibitors from across the globe present cutting-edge technology solutions for businesses.<\/p>\n DCD>Connect (DatacenterDynamics) \u2013 New York<\/strong> North America\u2019s largest data center infrastructure conference returns to NYC for two action-packed days. DCD>Connect New York will drive industry collaboration and help you forge new partnerships, bringing together 4,500+ senior data center leaders in the heart of Times Square. Hear from 300+ expert speakers and visit 150+ exhibitors showcasing the latest tech solutions, all focused on designing, building, and operating sustainable digital infrastructure for the AI era.<\/p>\n Data Center World<\/strong> Data Center World (not to be confused with \u201cCentre\u201d World in London) returns to Washington, D.C. for a third year on April 20\u201323. This flagship event transcends the traditional conference experience \u2013 it\u2019s your gateway to engaging with 400+ industry-leading vendors, hands-on technical workshops, and forward-thinking professionals, advancing your career while equipping your organization with actionable insights. With 130+ speakers and 85+ sessions expected, attendees will tackle the industry\u2019s most pressing issues: from next-gen power architectures and sustainable energy solutions to AI-driven optimization and mission-critical facilities management.<\/p>\n International Telecoms Week (ITW)<\/strong> International Telecoms Week 2026 is the world\u2019s largest gathering of the global connectivity and digital infrastructure community. Held May 19\u201321 at the Gaylord National Resort in Maryland, ITW will convene 6,000+ participants from over 120 countries. Executives from telecom carriers, subsea cable operators, data centers, cloud providers, satellite companies, and more come together to network, forge partnerships, and shape the future of communication networks. Expect insightful sessions on the evolution of digital infrastructure, the role of AI in network innovation, and the next era of global connectivity.<\/p>\n Edge Computing Expo North America<\/strong> The Edge Computing Expo North America is a free two-day event exploring the entire edge computing ecosystem. For 2026 it moves to a new venue (San Jose McEnery Convention Center) on May 18-19. Part of the broader TechEx North America series, this expo features 200+ organizations on the show floor and offers co-located tracks on IoT, AI & Big Data, Cloud, Digital Transformation, Data Centers, and more. Industry practitioners and tech leaders will share thought leadership on real-time analytics at the edge, scaling infrastructure for AI, hybrid cloud\/edge architectures, security and compliance for edge deployments, and other cutting-edge topics in distributed computing.<\/p>\n Cyber Security & Cloud Congress | Expo<\/strong> About 20,000 people are expected to attend the Cyber Security & Cloud Expo series across its 2026 North America and Europe editions. This \u201cexpo-congress\u201d covers the latest challenges, opportunities, and innovations in cybersecurity and cloud \u2013 from zero-day threat defense and AI-driven security, to cloud resilience and compliance. The North America event takes place alongside TechEx in San Jose (May 18-19), followed by a European edition in Amsterdam (Oct 20-21). With hundreds of exhibitors, expert panels, and even entertainment on the show floor, this is a broad-reaching tech conference suitable for both industry insiders and enthusiastic IT professionals.<\/p>\n Linux Foundation\u2019s Open Source Summit North America<\/strong> The Open Source Summit is the essential gathering for open source developers, maintainers, and community leaders. The 2026 North America edition (May 18\u201320 in Minneapolis) will bring together attendees from across the open source ecosystem to collaborate, share ideas, and explore the future of open technologies. The summit\u2019s program spans keynotes, technical talks, workshops and panels covering a wide range of domains \u2013 Linux kernel development, cloud-native infrastructure, open source security, AI\/ML and data, DevOps and platform engineering, open governance, and more. If you\u2019re passionate about open collaboration and innovation, this conference offers a dynamic, inclusive environment to gain insights and advance the open source ecosystem.<\/p>\n VMware Explore<\/strong> VMware\u2019s flagship conference returns to Las Vegas in late summer 2026, taking place the week of August 31st. This four-day gathering brings together IT professionals focused on cloud infrastructure, virtualization, and enterprise software to \u201cexplore\u201d the next generation of multi-cloud innovations. VMware Explore is all about solving the challenges of today\u2019s multi-workload, multi-cloud, multi-workspace environments. Through visionary keynotes and deep-dive sessions, you\u2019ll learn how to accelerate cloud transformation, build and operate cloud-native platforms, secure and empower a hybrid workforce, and seamlessly connect clouds and applications in your ecosystem. (Formerly known as VMworld, this event typically features major VMware product announcements and hands-on training opportunities.)<\/p>\n Datacloud USA<\/strong> Datacloud USA returns to Austin for its fifth year, now co-located with Metro Connect Fall and Datacloud Energy USA in 2026. This conference has become a premier destination for data center and cloud infrastructure leaders, investors, and innovators. The 2026 event will bring together hyperscalers, fiber network providers, financial investors, energy specialists, and other infrastructure executives \u2013 all focused on unlocking new opportunities at the intersection of data centers and fiber networks. With surging AI-driven demand for capacity and power, expect high-value discussions on scalability, connectivity, sustainability and future-proofing digital infrastructure in North America\u2019s booming data center markets.<\/p>\n infra\/STRUCTURE Summit<\/strong> infra\/STRUCTURE is an exclusive industry summit built by Structure Research, now in its seventh year. Returning to the Wynn Las Vegas on October 6\u20138, 2026, this vendor-neutral event brings together executives from across the Internet infrastructure ecosystem \u2013 including data center operators, hyperscalers, cloud and colocation providers, edge and \u201cNeocloud\u201d platforms, managed hosting, and now AI infrastructure specialists. Unlike a large trade show, infra\/STRUCTURE offers high-value networking (think private meetings and golf outings) and candid, research-driven discussions about the industry\u2019s status and future directions. Expect frank talk from analysts and industry leaders on themes like scaling GPU-intensive cloud, edge growth, power and sustainability, M&A trends, and the next big shifts reshaping digital infrastructure.<\/p>\n KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America<\/strong> The Cloud Native Computing Foundation\u2019s flagship conference is the must-attend gathering for Kubernetes and cloud-native enthusiasts. KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America 2026 will take place November 9\u201312 in Salt Lake City, bringing together thousands of developers, SREs, architects, and technologists from the open source community. Over four days, attendees will collaborate, learn, and innovate as CNCF Graduated, Incubating, and Sandbox projects unite to shape the future of cloud-native computing. From hands-on workshops and maintainer sessions to keynotes on the latest in containers, microservices, DevOps, and observability \u2013 this event offers a treasure trove of insights (and thankfully, hundreds of session videos are later uploaded to CNCF\u2019s YouTube channel for the community).<\/p>\n Data Center World Brazil<\/strong> For the first time, Data Center World is coming to Latin America with a dedicated Brazilian edition. DCW Brazil 2026 (Oct 6\u20138 in S\u00e3o Paulo) promises to connect the entire data infrastructure ecosystem in one of the world\u2019s fastest-growing markets. This event aims to accelerate the evolution of Brazil\u2019s digital infrastructure by bringing together local and global leaders, experts, and companies driving connectivity, capacity, efficiency, security, and sustainable growth. With 2,500+ technology and operations executives expected over three days, attendees can look forward to high-level content (in both English and Portuguese), valuable networking opportunities, and insight into how Brazil\u2019s data center industry is scaling up to meet booming demand. It\u2019s the place to connect with the key players building the next phase of digital expansion in Latin America.<\/p>\n
When: March 4-5, 2026
Where: London, UK (ExCeL London)
Price: Free
More info: https:\/\/www.techshowlondon.co.uk\/data-centre-world<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
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When: March 23-24, 2026
Where: New York City, New York, USA
Price: Free (qualified professionals)
More info: datacenterdynamics.com<\/a> \u2013 DCD>Connect NYC 2026<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n
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When: April 20-23, 2026
Where: Washington, D.C., USA
Prices start at $2199 (All-Access passes and other tiers available)
More info: datacenterworld.com<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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When: May 19-21, 2026 (Warm-Up Day on May 18)
Where: National Harbor, Maryland, USA
Prices start at $699 (various pass options)
More info: internationaltelecomsweek.com<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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When: May 18-19, 2026
Where: San Jose, California, USA
Prices start at FREE (Expo Pass; paid Gold Pass for full conference)
More info: edgecomputing-expo.com\/northamerica<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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When: May 18-19, 2026 (North America) |<\/strong> October 20-21, 2026 (Europe)
Where: San Jose, California, USA |<\/strong> Amsterdam, Netherlands
Prices start at $449 (Expo passes + paid conference passes)
More info: cybersecuritycloudexpo.com<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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When: May 18-20, 2026
Where: Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Prices start at $275 (early registration)
More info: events.linuxfoundation.org\/open-source-summit-north-america<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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When: August 31 \u2013 September 3, 2026
Where: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA (The Venetian)
Prices start at TBD
More info: vmware.com\/explore<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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When: September 2-3, 2026
Where: Austin, Texas, USA
Prices start at $949
More info: datacloud-usa.com<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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When: October 6-8, 2026
Where: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA (Wynn Las Vegas)
Prices: ~$900 (industry pass, early bird rates available)
More info: infrastructuresummit.io<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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When: November 9-12, 2026
Where: Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
Prices start at $899 (approx., for early registration)
More info: events.linuxfoundation.org\/kubecon-cloudnativecon-north-america-2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
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When: October 6-8, 2026
Where: S\u00e3o Paulo, Brazil (S\u00e3o Paulo Expo)
Prices: TBD (to be announced)
More info: datacenterworldbrasil.com.br<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n
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