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Data Center Facilities Convention 2026 - BMA Conventions
Ashburn, Virginia · Nov 17–19, 2026

Data Center Facilities Convention 2026

Bringing together data center operators, infrastructure leaders, and technology providers — built around candid panel discussions, curated networking, and the conversations shaping the future of Data Center Alley and beyond.

Venue
DoubleTree by Hilton, Washington Dulles Airport
Dates
November 17 – 19, 2026
Format
Invite-only, senior-level delegates
Why Attend

Built for the conversations that matter

Four elements anchor every day on-site — designed to put you in the room with the right people, not just the right sessions.

01

Panel Discussions

Sessions on power and cooling infrastructure, cybersecurity, sustainability, and AI-ready design — led by data center operators and engineers actually running these facilities.

02

Networking Opportunities

Curated, invite-only mixing with senior decision-makers and vetted solution providers — structured for real one-on-one meetings, not badge scanning.

03

Cocktail Receptions

Evening cocktails on Day 1 and Day 2 — the setting where most of the actual deal-making and relationship-building happens.

04

Lunch & Dinner Sessions

Round-table lunch and a closing dinner built into the schedule, keeping delegates and speakers together between sessions.

Panel Topics

What's on the agenda

The pressing and emerging issues shaping the future of data center infrastructure — covered across panels, keynotes, and expert talks.

01

Critical Power Infrastructure & Redundancy

02

Cooling & Thermal Management Innovation

03

Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

04

Automation, AI & Predictive Monitoring

05

Cybersecurity & Data Protection

06

Network Infrastructure & Connectivity

07

Data Center Design & Modular Build

08

Edge Computing & Hyperscale Expansion

09

Operations & Reliability Engineering

10

Renewable Energy & Carbon-Neutral Strategy

11

Compliance, Safety & Risk Management

12

Workforce Development & Technical Talent

Event Schedule

A day and a half, Ashburn

Event Schedule — November 17 to 19, 2026. A working snapshot of the agenda — panels, expert talks, and the networking moments built around them.

Day 1 · Exhibitor SetupTue, Nov 17
2:00 PM Exhibitor Set UpOps
3:00 PM Exhibitor Set UpOps
4:00 PM Exhibitor Set UpOps
5:00 PM Networking CocktailCocktails
6:00 PM Networking CocktailCocktails
Day 2 · Full DayWed, Nov 18
7:00 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM Panel DiscussionPanel
8:30 AM Panel DiscussionPanel
9:00 AM Industry Expert Talk
9:15 AM Industry Expert Talk
9:30 AM Industry Expert Talk
9:45 AM Panel DiscussionPanel
10:15 AM Coffee Break / 101 Sessions
11:15 AM Panel DiscussionPanel
11:45 AM Industry Expert Talk
12:00 PM Industry Expert Talk
12:15 PM Industry Expert Talk
12:30 PM Lunch SessionLunch
1:30 PM Panel DiscussionPanel
2:00 PM Industry Expert Talk
2:15 PM Industry Expert Talk
2:30 PM Coffee Break / 101 Sessions
3:30 PM Panel DiscussionPanel
4:00 PM Panel / 101 SessionsPanel
4:30 PM Panel / 101 SessionsPanel
5:00 PM Smart Facility Awards
5:30 PM Networking CocktailsCocktails
6:00 PM Networking CocktailsCocktails
7:00 PM Networking CocktailsCocktails
7:30 PM DinnerDinner
Registration

Sign up to attend

Registration is open to data center operators, infrastructure leaders, and technology providers attending as delegates.

Delegates

Delegate Registration

Includes access to all panels, keynotes, meals, and networking events across the full agenda.

Register as Delegate →
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