DCD Connect | Virginia returns on November 3–4, 2026, at Lansdowne Resort & Spa, bringing together more than 3,000 digital infrastructure professionals to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of data centers in the AI era.
The event connects senior decision-makers from across the data center, cloud, colocation and enterprise ecosystems, creating opportunities to exchange insights, discover new technologies and develop strategic industry relationships.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: 3-4 November, 2026
Venue: Lansdowne Resort & Spa, Virginia, USA
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
- 3,000+ senior data center professionals
- 250+ expert speakers
- 200+ exhibitors showcasing technologies and solutions
- Industry leaders from hyperscale, enterprise, colocation, cloud and digital infrastructure organizations
- Opportunities to connect with decision-makers, technology providers and industry peers
- Co-located DCD Leadership Summit, bringing senior executives together for strategic discussions
CONNECTING VIRGINIA’S DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE ECOSYSTEM
As demand for AI infrastructure accelerates, data center development faces growing challenges around power availability, construction, cooling, sustainability and operational resilience.
DCD Connect | Virginia brings together the people and organizations addressing these priorities. Across two days, attendees can explore practical approaches to infrastructure development, learn from industry experts and connect with peers navigating the next phase of data center growth.
The event also features dedicated networking experiences, including hosted lunch briefings, an Icebreaker Networking Party and VIP private dinners, creating opportunities for meaningful conversations beyond the conference sessions.
ABOUT DCD CONNECT | VIRGINIA
Part of DCD’s global event series, DCD Connect | Virginia connects the data center ecosystem around the technologies, strategies and partnerships needed to design, build and operate sustainable infrastructure for the AI age.
Bringing together operators, hyperscalers, cloud providers, enterprises, investors, engineering firms and technology providers, the event provides a platform for industry collaboration, technology discovery and business development.
