The Best in Live Design, Technology & Entertainment Will Be at #LDI2026

Pro Training: December 2-8, 2026  | Expo: December 6, 7, 8, 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center: West Hall

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The Future of Live Production Events Is Bright at LDI®

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. 

We look forward to seeing you December 2-8, 2026!

What's in Store at LDI 2026?

Education

Join us for the industry's best pro training: site-specific, case studies, hands-on technology training, behind-the-scenes tours, panels and more across 7 days of the renowned LDInnovation™ Conference and the LDInstitute™.



 
 

Expo Hall

Meet 300+ vendors focused on live entertainment tech featuring demos and tech in action. Exhibitors represent 30+ product categories including Audio, Cables, Connectors, Control Systems, Effects, Electrical, Fiber Optics, Lighting, Media Servers, Projection, Software, Stage Equipment, Staging, Truss/Rigging, and more. 

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Networking

Build meaningful connections during industry parties, meet ups, After Dark experiences, New Technology Breakfasts, and Keynote Lunches. Plus, take part in exciting special events including the Battle of Busk Competition, Behind the Scenes Wellness Lounge and 5K, and more. 

 
 
 

Who Attends LDI: Live Design International?

More than 14,000 live event technology professionals

LDI hosts professionals working in theatre, concerts, clubs, theme parks, and houses of worship, as well as a wide range of international live and broadcast venues. Attendees from more than 76 countries come to LDI to see the latest gear in action, refresh their knowledge, and replenish their creativity. 

This is where the future of live event production begins.

 
 
ARTIST / CONTENT / MEDIA CREATOR/PERFORMER
 
 
AUDIO ENGINEER/SOUND DESIGNER
 
 
BUYER / ESTIMATOR/PURCHASING MANAGER/SYSTEM INTEGRATOR
 
 
CONSULTANTS
 
 
CORPORATE / ADMINSTRATIVE
 
 
COSTUME / MAKE-UP / PROP / SCENERY / SET DESIGNER
 
 
DIRECTOR/PRODUCER
 
 
EDUCATOR / PROFESSOR / TRAINER
 
 
ELECTRICIAN / ENGINEER / RIGGER / STAGEHAND / TECHNICIAN
 
  
LIGHTING DESIGNER
 
 
MEETINGS, CONFERENCE & EVENT MANAGER / PLANNER/COORDINATOR
 
 
PRESS / AUTHOR / MEDIA
 
 
PRODUCTION / STAGE MANAGER
 
 
PROGRAMMER
 
 
PROJECTION DESIGNER
 
 
SALES / MARKETING / PR
 
 
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
 

 

 

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What's In It For You?

The ultimate combination of education and networking for the live events industry.
Limitless Learning Opportunities
Limitless Learning Opportunities
Learn from 215+ speakers and A-List industry experts.
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Industry's Most Extensive Professional Training with the LDInstitute
Industry's Most Extensive Professional Training with the LDInstitute
From hands-on training to every angle of entertainment design & technology, learn to enhance your productions..
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Exciting Special Events + Experiences
Exciting Special Events + Experiences
From New Technology Breakfasts to Dining With Dinosaurs, and LDI After Dark at Vegas clubs, we bring you every type of event you need to drive your career and maximize your experience onsite.
Next-Level Networking
Next-Level Networking
Network with experts from all aspects of the live events industry in a variety of formats.
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Hundreds of Leading Tech Companies
Hundreds of Leading Tech Companies
The LDI Expo Hall lets you experience the latest gear and cutting-edge tech from 360+ leading companies.
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Want in? Registration opens in June!

LDI 2026 is going to be EPIC! This isn’t just hype – we’re bringing you the largest, most-comprehensive Pro Training Program in history, plus over 300 exhibitors, and more special events than ever before. Don’t miss your chance to be part of THE premier event for the live event design & technology industry. 

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