AIA Conference on Architecture & Design®2026
Location/tours: Experience San Diego’s architecture up close—with exclusive architect-led tours and open studios offering rare, behind-the-scenes access to the buildings, firms, people, and ideas shaping one of the country’s most innovative design communities.
Keynotes/speakers: Hear bold ideas and real-world strategies from some of the biggest names in architecture, design, and beyond—leaders who are defining trends, tackling today’s challenges, and setting the agenda for what’s next in architecture and design.
Networking: Network with the AIA community and the greater AEC industry—all in one place. AIA26 is the ultimate platform to connect with peers, industry experts, suppliers, and potential clients—and build relationships that lead to collaboration, career opportunities, and partnerships that move your work forward.
Education: The industry's best continuing education is at AIA26! With 350+ expert-led sessions across 4 days, you'll earn your HSW, GBCI, RIBA, and AIA LU credits for the year while expanding your perspective, sharpening your skills, and staying ahead of where the industry is going.
Expo: Explore the products, materials, and technologies defining the next era of design and construction at the industry’s largest expo. The AIA26 Expo is your unmatched opportunity to get the full product experience from hundreds of top AEC brands—plus one-on-one appointments with technical experts, exclusive product launches, interactive experiences, creative inspiration, and valuable networking opportunities.
Students: Students get our best rate! A Student Pass is just $35 and includes 150+ seminars, three high-profile keynotes, and the industry's largest expo.
Member: Save up to $500 on registration with special rates for AIA members!
Non-member: Want a $159 ticket? Join AIA as a new member, then unlock your $159 New Member Pass to AIA25—a savings of up to $1,340 compared to the non-member rate!
New member: New members get our best rate—register for only $159—a savings of up to $840 compared to the AIA member rate!
Associates: Save $200 on registration with a discount only for AIA Associate members!
Full Pass: Enjoy everything AIA26 has to offer. Save hundreds on your registration with early bird (April 10 deadline) and advance rates (June 9 deadline)!
Ultimate Pass: Upgrade to the Ultimate Pass and bring a guest for FREE—plus, enjoy exclusive perks and event access throughout conference!
Expo Pass: Get an Expo Pass for just $99 and unlock two days of full access to the industry's largest expo! For more messaging, feel free to borrow from the conference website, emails, ads, and other marketing materials. Event packages & prices Standard registration types and costs are listed below.
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