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Data Center World 2026: Pioneering Innovation at Scale
As the data center industry rises to meet the demands of exponential growth, Data Center World 2026 is evolving to reflect our theme of Innovation at Scale. From megawatts to gigawatts, and from 10 kW to 100 kW racks, the industry is scaling at unprecedented speeds. Every decision in design, power, cooling, and workforce development must now align with an era shaped by artificial intelligence and rapid technological advancement.
Data Center World 2026 is the definitive event shaping the future of the industry. As the premier gathering of the world’s top operators, technologists, utilities, and innovators, it is where challenges are confronted, opportunities are seized, and the next decade is defined. To drive this mission forward, we are boldly expanding and elevating the conference experience, delivering unparalleled access to the trends, solutions, and connections that are propelling the industry forward.
Exciting Developments to Watch in 2026
Expanded Content and Learning Opportunities
More conference sessions to explore cutting-edge topics.
Additional Tech Talks and Solution Spotlights to dive deeper into emerging technologies.
A reimagined Innovation Challenge to showcase groundbreaking ideas.
Select sessions will be recorded and made available to attendees* for on-demand access.
Live audio streaming will return, ensuring you don't miss a moment.
Enhanced Networking and Engagement
Enhanced capacity for speed networking, enabling you to connect with peers and industry leaders.
New experiences and activations to foster meaningful connections, including unique offerings such as tattoos, pet therapy, golf, and more.
Extended exhibit hall hours to connect with over 450+ solution providers showcasing the latest innovations.
*Available to All Access, Industry, and AFCOM Solution Provider Pass Holders
Fresh Takes on Familiar Favorites:
We’re also bringing back and refreshing some of the most popular features of Data Center World:
The Omdia Analyst Summit, offering exclusive insights into market trends.
The Investor Briefing, connecting innovators with capital.
The Women in Data Centers Workshop and Reception celebrates diversity and inclusion in the industry.
Career Programming, in partnership with iMasons, to support professional growth.
The always exciting Rack and Stack Competition, where skills are put to the test.
The legendary Conference Party, a celebration of the industry’s achievements.
There’s never been a more exciting time to be in the data center industry! Join us at Data Center World 2026 to celebrate the unstoppable growth, groundbreaking innovation, and powerful collaboration driving the future of this dynamic field. Let’s come together to build the next generation of data centers and push the boundaries of what’s possible!
Building on the success of our flagship U.S. conference, the Data Center World portfolio will now expand into Asia, Australia, Brazil, and Europe, creating a global platform to showcase the next generation of data center innovation, education, and collaboration.
The expanded lineup reflects the accelerating worldwide demand for digital infrastructure, driven by AI adoption, cloud growth, sustainability initiatives, and surging data consumption. Each regional event will deliver Data Center World’s signature combination of expert-led education, strategic insights and access to best-in-class technology providers throughout the world.
Data Center World Power and Europe Call for Speakers is Open!
Call for Speakers Deadline: March 27 at 11:59 PM CT.
Speaking at Data Center World Power and Data Center World Europe is an incredible opportunity to showcase your expertise and connect with a highly engaged audience. We’re looking for dynamic speakers who can captivate attendees with educational, insightful, and market-focused content. The most successful sessions are those that bring real-life stories to life—sharing case studies, lessons from successes and failures, and bold ideas that spark meaningful dialogue. Attendees value actionable takeaways, so your session should deliver practical concepts and strategies they can apply in their work.
This joint Call for Speakers gives leaders from across the data center and power industries one simple place to propose real-world case studies, lessons learned, and practical strategies to present at our event. During submission, you can choose to be considered for Data Center World Power, Data Center World Europe, or both.