This one-of-a-kind show delivers in-depth learning and design strategies dedicated to covering the direct impact responsibly built environments have on the varied facets of healthcare facilities.
The conference is designed to provide comprehensive, carefully planned content, inspirational keynotes, panel discussions, facility tours, and networking with peers and industry leaders.
Please click the button below to view the 2024 session lineup (staged Oct. 2024).
The 2025 conference program (Oct. 25-28, Kansas City) is currently being finalized and will be available in late spring 2025.
2025 HCD SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE
Please note: this schedule is subject to change.
| TIME | EVENT | WHO CAN ATTEND? |
| 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Pre-Conference Workshops | ALL badge types Additional purchase required |
| 1-5 p.m. | Facility Tours | ALL badge types Additional purchase required |
| 5-7 p.m. | NIHD Reception | ALL badge types |
| TIME | EVENT | WHO CAN ATTEND? |
| 7-8 a.m. | Breakfast | ALL badge types |
| 8-9:15 a.m. | Welcome + Opening Keynote | ALL badge types |
| 9:45-10:45 a.m. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 2-3 p.m. 3:15-4:15 p.m. |
Conference Sessions | Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site. |
| 9:45 a.m.-12 p.m. 2-4:15 p.m. |
Deep Dive Workshops | Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site. |
| 12:15-1:45 p.m. | Healthcare Design Magazine Awards Luncheon | ALL badge types |
| 4:15-4:45 p.m. | Gallery Preview and Reception | ALL badge types |
| 4:30-7 p.m. | Welcome Reception in the Expo Hall | ALL badge types |
| TIME | EVENT | WHO CAN ATTEND? |
| 7-8 a.m. | Breakfast | ALL badge types |
| 8-9:15 a.m. | Day Two Keynote | ALL badge types |
| 9:30-10:30 a.m. 3:45-4:45 p.m. |
Conference Sessions | Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site. |
| 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Expo Hall is Open! | ALL badge types |
| 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. | Lunch in the Expo Hall | ALL badge types |
| 6-9 p.m. | HCD Networking Party | ALL badge types |
| TIME | EVENT | WHO CAN ATTEND? |
| 7:30-8:15 a.m. | Breakfast | ALL badge types |
| 8:15-9:15 a.m. 9:30-10:30 a.m. 1:15-2:15 p.m. 2:30-3:30 p.m. |
Conference Sessions | Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site. |
| 9:45 a.m.-1 p.m. | The Expo Hall is Open! | ALL badge types |
| 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lunch in the Expo Hall | ALL badge types |
| 12:45 p.m. | The $5,000 Cash Giveaway Winner is Announced! | Attendees ONLY Exhibitors and Non-Exhibiting Manufacturers are not eligible to enter this sweepstakes |
Join us Oct. 25-28, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. for the ultimate healthcare design education, networking, and product-sourcing event!