HCD Conference + Expo 2026
October 17 - October 20
New Orleans, Louisiana.
The 2026 edition is a landmark event because it hosts the IFHE (International Federation of Healthcare Engineering) 29th World Congress. This event merges HCD’s design focus with IFHE’s global engineering expertise, offering a rare convergence of aesthetic strategy and technical infrastructure management.
Expect over 100 sessions covering clinical outcomes, behavioral health design, and resiliency.
Price:
Registration opens mid-to-late April 2026.
Past “Smart Saver” rates have started around $1,100–$1,300 for full conference passes, with prices increasing as the event nears.