Upcoming Events:March 16, 2026 - March 19, 2026
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About the Event
Brace yourselves, the annual pilgrimage for AI acolytes, GPU devotees, and anyone with a vested interest in the future of computation is officially on the calendar. NVIDIA has opened registration for GTC 2026, and it’s shaping up to be the usual firehose of silicon, software, and sentient robots we’ve come to expect. The main event will unfold from March 16-19, 2026, both physically at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center and virtually for those who prefer their world-changing announcements without the complimentary conference hall coffee.
This hybrid gathering is the premier global AI conference where developers, researchers, and business leaders converge to witness the next wave of innovation. The week kicks off with the keynote from NVIDIA’s leather-clad CEO, Jensen Huang, on Monday, March 16, where he’s expected to drop the kind of industry-shaking news that keeps competitors up at night. With over 500 sessions planned, from deep-dive technical explorations to hands-on training, GTC is the place to be for anyone serious about accelerated computing.
The conference is designed for a broad audience, from the developers building the next generation of AI to the IT decision-makers and business leaders trying to figure out how to deploy it without accidentally creating Skynet. Attendees will gain direct access to NVIDIA experts, connect with a global community of innovators, and learn about the breakthroughs shaping literally every industry on the planet.
Key Themes
While the full agenda is still under wraps, expect NVIDIA to hit all its favorite subjects with the subtlety of a sledgehammer. Based on past events and current industry trajectories, the key themes will almost certainly include:
- Generative and Agentic AI: Moving beyond simple chatbots to explore AI with agency, reasoning capabilities, and a grasp of the physical world.
- Robotics and Physical AI: The latest in simulation, development, and deployment for AI-powered robots that can see, understand, and interact with their environment.
- Next-Generation Hardware: You can bet your last Bitcoin we’ll hear about the successors to the Blackwell architecture and get a glimpse of the Rubin and Vera Rubin platforms.
- Accelerated Computing & MLOps: Best practices and new tools for deploying and scaling AI for production, from the data center to the edge.
- AR/VR and Digital Twins: Building and simulating photorealistic worlds with NVIDIA Omniverse and the latest in RTX rendering technologies.
- Industry Applications: Deep dives into how AI is transforming specific sectors like automotive, healthcare, cybersecurity, and content creation.
Highlighted Speakers
The main event is, as always, the keynote address by NVIDIA Founder and CEO, Jensen Huang. His multi-hour presentations are legendary for their density of announcements and market-moving potential. The full speaker lineup, featuring leading experts from across academia and industry, will be announced closer to the event date.
Program Highlights
The official schedule is still forthcoming, but the conference structure is clear. Mark your calendars for these key dates:
Sunday, March 15, 2026
- All-Day: In-person, hands-on technical workshops for those who want to get their hands dirty before the main event.
Monday, March 16 - Thursday, March 19, 2026
- Monday Morning: The week kicks off with Jensen Huang’s keynote address, live from the SAP Center.
- All Week: A packed schedule of over 500 sessions, talks, tutorials, and “Connect with the Experts” opportunities.
- All Week: A full exhibition hall showcasing the latest from NVIDIA and its ecosystem partners.
Registration
Registration is now open, and as any seasoned GTC veteran knows, acting early is key to avoiding the full sting of the price tag.
Early-bird pricing, which can save you over $300, is available until February 2, 2026. You can save an additional 20% with the code: GTC26-20. For those on a budget or with a crippling fear of crowds, the Virtual Only pass is completely free and provides online access to a wealth of GTC content. Special 40% discounts are also available for GTC alumni, as well as academic, government, and non-profit attendees.
