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IAVM EVENTS

Register for IAVM Events Today! 

Register for IAVM Events Today! 

Register for IAVM Events Today! 

Register for IAVM Events Today! 

Register for IAVM Events Today! 

UPCOMING IAVM EVENTS

March 15 - 19, 2026
Academy for Venue Safety & Security
Kansas City, MO
April 12-14, 2026
Senior Executive Symposium
Washington, D.C.
June 6-11, 2026
Venue Management School
Palm Springs, CA
June 6-11, 2026
Leadership Institute
Palm Springs, CA
August 9-12, 2026
VenueConnect 2026
Indianapolis, IN
January 24-26, 2027
GuestX
The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

Upcoming IAVM Region Events

March 23 - 26, 2026
Region 6 Conference
San Antonio, TX
April 19 - 21, 2026
Region 7 Conference
Pasadena, CA
April 26 - 29, 2026
Super Regional - Region 1, 2, 3, 5
Baltimore, MD
May 4-6, 2026
Region 4 Conference
Spokane, WA

VenueConnect 2026

 

IAVM’s 101st VenueConnect Annual Conference and Trade Show will be August 9-12, 2026, in Indianapolis, IN. VenueConnect hosts professionals from a spectrum of public assembly venues including arenas, convention centers, amphitheaters, fairgrounds, performing arts centers, stadiums, universities, and more.

This is the only industry conference that inspires industry leaders, provides targeted education, and brings attendees together creating relationships that last a lifetime. VenueConnect offers tailored education sessions developed by top industry leaders and designed to increase revenues and reduce expenses, enhance safety & security, sales and marketing trends, ticketing, guest services, diversity and inclusion, and so much more.

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Academy for Venue Safety and Security

The Academy for Venue Safety and Security (AVSS) is IAVM’s preeminent safety and security program!

AVSS is a dynamic, two-year school built to train venue and event managers, security professionals, and other key personnel involved in every aspect of venue safety and security. The curriculum, developed and taught by a diverse team of experts, is designed to equip each and every attendee with the best practices, resources, and tools needed to face the evolving challenge of providing a safe venue for everyone.

 

Venue Management School and Leadership Institute

Venue Management School (VMS) and the Leadership Institute (VMS-LI), are considered two of the best professional education programs available for venue managers. Those new to the industry, or managers looking to expand their overall understanding, will find solid principles and practices for venue management in the VMS program. Venue professionals can further expand their universe of management and leadership skills and understanding by attending the Leadership Institute.

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