The 2026 Healthcare Design Conference + Expo exhibit hall continues to grow, with more than 400 vendors exhibiting at the 2026 event, to be held Oct. 17-20 in New Orleans. In addition to showcasing products and solutions designed for healthcare environments, the expo hall will host solutions-focused panel discussions at the Solutions Theater, networking events, and meals during exhibit hall hours.
2026 Healthcare Design Conference + Expo, exhibit hall hours and activities
Here’s a look at the schedule for dedicated expo hall hours at this year’s conference.
Sunday, Oct. 18
Welcome Reception, 4:30-7 p.m.
Enjoy light bites, drinks, and networking while checking out the booths and visiting with vendors.
Project Gallery Preview and Reception, 4:15-4:45 p.m.
Connect with colleagues while getting a first look at the Healthcare Design Gallery, featuring standout projects from leading design firms. Light refreshments will be served.
Monday, Oct. 19
Expo hall hours, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 20
Expo hall hours, 9:45-1 p.m.
Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
$10,000 Cash Giveaway, 12:45 p.m.
Visit the Solutions Theater inside the expo hall to find out who is the winner of the cash giveaway, sponsored by Ever Chairs, Ghent Healthcare, Inpro, National Terrazzo & Mosaic Association, OneFlor USA, Proximity Systems, Sitmatic, Trinity Furniture, and Visa Lighting.
2026 Healthcare Design Conference + Expo: Extra features in the expo hall
Here’s a look at some bonus features that are part of this year’s expo hall.
Solutions Theater
Short, focused panel sessions with exhibitors and industry partners will highlight emerging tools and approaches to industry challenges. Sessions will be scheduled during exhibit hall hours on Monday and Tuesday.
Headshot Lounge
Visit Exhibit Hall B-C, where a professional photography team will be available to capture updated headshots. Attendees will receive retouched, high-resolution images within minutes. The Headshot Lounge is sponsored by La-Z-Boy.
For more information on the conference and to register, go here.