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SEPTEMBER 28-30, 2026
Charlotte Convention Center - Charlotte, NC

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There’s nothing like the Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo. This is where healthcare design and construction leaders come to level up, get inspired, and make connections that matter.

In just three action‑packed days in Charlotte, you’ll gain practical skills, uncover what’s next for the industry, and connect with peers who feel more like partners than competitors. With expert‑driven content, a trusted Advisory Board, and an event team that goes all in on your experience, HFSE delivers real value from start to finish. Don’t miss your chance to be there this fall.

THE PEOPLE

HFSE is known for its exceptional community. Here, rivals become allies and colleagues become lifelong collaborators, creating a uniquely supportive environment where ideas flow freely. Architects, designers, contractors, healthcare providers, engineers, design‑build firms, interior designers, and government agencies come together with a shared mission to improve patient care through better spaces.

The event is guided by a diverse Advisory Board that ensures the educational content, exhibition, and networking reflect the most relevant challenges and trends in healthcare design, construction, and operations.

You’ll also experience HFSE’s signature level of high‑touch customer service, with a dedicated onsite team always ready to assist and make your experience seamless and enjoyable.

THE EDUCATION 

HFSE delivers 60+ high‑impact sessions, case studies, and panel discussions presented by architects, engineers, contractors, clinicians, and healthcare leaders—ensuring a multidimensional view of every topic. Each case study includes a healthcare provider, making the lessons deeply practical and immediately applicable.

Attendees can earn up to 15.25 CEUs from AIA, IDCEC, and EDAC, gaining both knowledge and professional accreditation at the same time

Conference Program

THE NETWORKING

At HFSE, networking isn’t an add‑on — it’s a core part of the experience. The event is designed to help you naturally connect with peers, clients, partners, and new industry contacts throughout each day. From the high‑energy Symposium Party to power breakfasts, the prestigious Awards Luncheon, relaxing happy hours, and shared moments like lunch on the exhibit floor or the crowd‑favorite Ice Cream Social, attendees find themselves surrounded by opportunities to start conversations, strengthen relationships, and build new ones. Extended breaks between sessions further encourage meaningful discussions, giving you time and space to make connections that often turn into long‑term collaborations.

THE EXHIBIT FLOOR 

The HFSE exhibit floor is an immersive, hands‑on environment showcasing hundreds of live demonstrations and innovative solutions from leading companies in healthcare design and construction. Attendees can:

  • See the latest technologies, products, and materials
  • Engage directly with exhibitors and product experts
  • Discover solutions that improve efficiency, patient experience, and facility performance

Don’t miss the Design Solutions Theaters, where top architectural firms present 15‑minute mini‑sessions highlighting real‑world design strategies and project insights.

Exhibitors

THE KEYNOTES

Craving inspiration and a reaffirmation of your passion for this field? Look no further than our captivating keynotes. With three powerful sessions lined up, you’ll experience thought-provoking talks that ignite your spirit and remind you why you’re in this game. Attendees leave these keynotes with fresh perspectives, brimming with newfound inspiration and fueled with the motivation to make their mark on the world. Get ready to be moved and motivated like never before!

THE DESTINATION

Charlotte is the perfect destination! Combining one of the nation’s strongest healthcare construction markets with over $1 billion in new hospital projects and nationally recognized health systems. The city’s architectural community is equally robust through AIA Charlotte. Beyond its industry strengths, Charlotte offers a vibrant cultural scene—from the Mint Museum and Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to the Gantt Center and Levine Museum of the New South—alongside great dining, sports, and outdoor experiences, making it an inspiring and dynamic place to gather.

AND FUN! 

Fun is always on the agenda at our event, and our attendees can attest to that! A highlight each year is our epic annual raffle, where 100% of the proceeds go to a deserving charitable organization. Since 2006, we’ve proudly donated over $235k to various causes. Attendees eagerly snap up tickets for a chance to win incredible prizes, from chic Kate Spade bags to cutting-edge Apple products, Lego kits, and more. It’s not just about winning—it’s about giving back and having a blast while doing it!

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*Discounts cannot be applied retroactively. No refunds will be issued for forgotten or unused VIP codes after a registration has been completed, including previously processed registrations. Discounts apply only to Full Access Passes purchased at the Early Bird or Regular pricing tiers.