Welcome to the Ultimate Sandbox for Live Event Gearheads, Creatives, and Innovators.
LDI® is the catalyst that connects the entire live entertainment, design, and technology community with manufacturers of state-of-the-art gear, and professional training from industry leaders.
Offering an exclusive opportunity to demo and preview the newest gear for the next season, while providing you with the best in cutting-edge training from top industry pros that only LDI can provide.
Join us December 2-8, 2026 to experience live event technology nirvana!
Call for speakers now open!
The Most Epic Week for Live Design
One week. One global community. More innovation, training, and inspiration than ever.
215+
Speakers
Hear from Live Design Legends, Pros, Leaders, Innovators, and Creators
360+
Exhibitors
Meet with the Industry's Leading Suppliers and Demo the Newest Products and Tech Right on an Expo Floor that is Unlike no other
75+
Training Courses
Get Pro-training and ETCP Credits as part of the LDInstitute that you can't get anywhere else
100+
Sessions
In the LDInnovation Conference - bold programming.
MASTER YOUR CRAFT.
SHAPE THE FUTURE OF LIVE EXPERIENCE.
Find Your Perfect Path at LDI 2026
FOR LIGHTING & VISUAL DESIGNERS
Transform spaces, inspire emotion, and push the boundaries of visual storytelling.
FOR AUDIO PROFESSIONALS
Perfect your mix. Experience the next dimension of immersive sound and live audio innovation.
FOR STAGE MANAGERS & TECH DIRECTORS
Run the show behind the scenes with precision, safety, and leadership that elevates every production.
FOR RIGGERS & TECH CREWS
Level up your rigging skills, earn ETCP renewal credits, and master safety from the ground up.
FOR XR, VIDEO & CONTENT CREATORS
Step into the next era of production—where technology, creativity, and storytelling converge.
FOR STUDENTS & YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Kickstart your career with hands-on training, mentorship, and access to industry icons.
LDI isn’t just a tradeshow—it’s an unforgettable experience
Learn Without Limits
Train with the Best at LDInstitute
Conference That Sparks Creativity
Tech Heaven on the Show Floor
Network Like a Rockstar
Unmissable Events & Experiences
LDI After Dark
Community, Awards & Well-Being
Professional Training
📸 LDI 2025 Photos
The energy was real—and we caught it all. Dive into the #LDI2025 photostream to relive the action, find your people, and see if you spotted yourself in the mix ✨
Our testimonials
"LDI to me is the mecca for theater technology around the planet. You come to LDI to see the latest products and talk to the leaders in the industry."
Tracy Nunnally
Vertigo
"I think LDI is a great event to bring both the creators and the technical more engineer minded folks together and really just see what magic can happen. It’s all about the people, and the products, and it all happens right here at LDI."
Shane Smith
LMG
"It’s really a meeting of the minds where you get all of the people who are actually creating this cutting-edge space in one place."
Tyler DeLong
DeLong Rigging Solutions
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