IEEE Launches Major Technical Conferences Schedule For 2026
IEEE CS organizes and sponsors over 195 international technical conferences and engineering events each year, connecting professionals across the globe. Researchers and practitioners can search upcoming events in their local area and sign up for email alerts when registration opens. Planning ahead allows attendees to secure early access to vital gatherings focused on cutting-edge innovations.
That said, several headline-grabbing gatherings stand out on the calendar. For instance, the 7th IEEE International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and eXtended and Virtual Reality takes place from January 26 to 28, 2026, in Osaka, Japan. Because of its unique cross-disciplinary scope, AIxVR brings together experts across artificial intelligence, augmented reality, mixed reality, and virtual reality to shape the future of immersive computing.
Computer Vision And Software Engineering Summits
Meanwhile, the IEEE/CVF Winter Conference on Applications of Computer Vision runs from March 6 to 10, 2026, in Tucson, Arizona. This premier computer vision event combines a main conference with co-located workshops, offering exceptional value for students and industry researchers alike. Following closely behind, the 33rd IEEE Conference on Virtual Reality and 3D User Interfaces comes to Daegu, Korea, from March 21 to 25, 2026, continuing a legacy of groundbreaking research that began back in 1993.
In April, attention shifts to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, for the IEEE SWEBOK Summit on April 18, 2026. Co-located with ICSE 2026, this industry-focused event explores the Software Engineering Body of Knowledge. Attendees will examine evolving skills, professional training, and industry certifications. Running alongside it from April 12 to 18, the International Conference on Software Engineering provides a massive forum for discussing recent trends and software innovations.
- Total Events: Over 195 annual international IEEE gatherings.
- AIxVR 2026: January 26–28 in Osaka, Japan.
- WACV 2026: March 6–10 in Tucson, Arizona.
- HOST 2026: May 4–7 in Washington DC.
Hardware Security And The Bottom Line
Security professionals will also find immense value on the circuit. The IEEE International Symposium on Hardware Oriented Security and Trust runs from May 4 to 7, 2026, in Washington DC, facilitating rapid growth in hardware-based security systems. IEEE Computer Society events continue to drive industry standards forward.
Ultimately, these technical conferences offer invaluable networking and professional development. Whether you want to explore virtual reality or master hardware security, registering early guarantees your spot among industry leaders.