HEALTHCARE DESIGN CONFERENCE 2026
Conference and expo for healthcare design, planning, and construction professionals featuring 100+ sessions on facility research, design trends, and innovations.
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans
- Dates
- October 17-20, 2026
- Venue
- Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans
- Price
- $800-$1,989
TL;DR
- Healthcare Design Conference + Expo runs October 17-20, 2026, at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, with the conference beginning October 18 and the expo opening October 19.
- Full conference registration costs $1,989 for HCD sessions, $800 for IFHE sessions, or $2,489 for both, with a $899 rate available for first-time attendees.
- The program spans 100+ sessions covering healthcare facility planning, design, construction research, and industry trends.
- The conference co-locates with the IFHE World Congress, combining healthcare design and facility expertise.
About
Healthcare Design Conference + Expo is organized by HCD Conference + Expo as the primary gathering for healthcare facility professionals. The 2026 edition co-locates with the IFHE World Congress, integrating international healthcare facility expertise alongside the HCD program.
Who you'll find in the room
Healthcare Designers
Architects and interior designers specializing in healthcare facility environments.
Planning and Construction Professionals
Hospital planners, facility managers, and construction professionals overseeing healthcare projects.
Partners on record
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Venue
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center,Questions people ask
10 answeredThe conference runs October 17-20, 2026, with sessions beginning October 18 and the expo opening October 19.
The event takes place at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Full conference registration is $1,989 for HCD sessions, $800 for IFHE sessions, or $2,489 for access to both. First-time attendees qualify for a $899 HCD rate.
Attendees include healthcare facility designers, architects, planners, and construction professionals working on healthcare projects.
Yes, the conference is structured to provide continuing education credits aligned with AIA, IDCEC, and nursing program requirements.
Groups of 5 or more save 10% on full-conference passes when all attendees register together in one booking.
Advance rates are available through August 9. Standard rates apply from August 10 through October 20.
The expo runs Sunday October 18 from 4:30 to 7 p.m., Monday October 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Tuesday October 20 from 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For healthcare facility professionals, the event provides learning on design trends and construction practices, networking with peers in the sector, and professional development. Value depends on your role, learning objectives, and budget.
Most attendees wear business casual attire. The organizer does not publish a formal dress code, so plan based on your session schedule and networking preferences.
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