Healthcare Information & Management Systems - HIMSS 2027
Event Date
April 5–8, 2027
Location
Chicago, IL
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition — presented by the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) — is widely regarded as healthcare's premier health information and technology event. It convenes clinicians, health system executives, government officials, payers, investors, startups, and technology vendors from around the world to advance digital transformation across the industry. HIMSS27 takes place April 5–8, 2027, at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois.
Attendees come to explore the latest in AI, cybersecurity, digital health, interoperability, and care-delivery innovation. The program spans a Preconference day (Monday, April 5, registration required) followed by the main Conference & Exhibition (Tuesday, April 6 – Thursday, April 8), featuring more than 600 education sessions plus a large exhibition floor and extensive networking.
With high-value audiences including C-suite executives, clinicians, nurses, physicians, and global providers, HIMSS is a focal point for the open exchange of ideas in healthcare leadership, trends, and technology. Chicago — home to more than 20 major hospitals and health systems and leading academic and innovation hubs — makes an especially fitting backdrop as the industry shifts from exploring innovation to implementing it at scale.
Show Highlights
- 600+ education sessions covering AI, cybersecurity, digital health, interoperability, and care delivery.
- Preconference forums on Monday, April 5 (registration required).
- A large exhibition floor featuring healthcare and technology companies, with specialty pavilions and dedicated zones.
- Curated experiences tailored to specific roles and career stages, including tracks for nurses, physicians, startups, payers, investors, international attendees, C-suite executives, emerging leaders, and government professionals.
- Signature programming such as the Executive Summit, Workforce ConneXtions, a Hosted Buyer Program, poster presentations, and numerous networking and special events.
- Continuing education (CE) credits and HIMSS professional certification opportunities.
Attendance
According to HIMSS, the previous edition (HIMSS26) drew more than 24,000 healthcare professionals. The audience includes health system executives and clinical leaders, government and public sector officials, startups, investors and digital health innovators, payers, consultants, and technology vendors from across the globe. HIMSS itself represents a global community of more than 125,000 individual members, 430+ provider organizations, 500+ nonprofit partners, and 550+ health services organizations.
Registration
Registration is handled through the official HIMSS conference website (himssconference.com). The event is structured as a Preconference on Monday, April 5 (registration required) followed by the main Conference & Exhibition from Tuesday, April 6 through Thursday, April 8. Prospective attendees can sign up for updates via the site's "Get Notified" / save-the-date and newsletter options, and exhibitors can review opportunities through the HIMSS27 Prospectus. Booking hotels early through the official housing portal is recommended for the best rates and availability. (Specific 2027 pass types, prices, and deadlines were not published on the official site at the time of research.)
History
HIMSS is produced by the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society and is operated within the Informa Markets division of Informa PLC. The annual conference rotates across major U.S. destinations; recent host cities include Chicago (2023), Orlando (2024), Las Vegas (2025 and 2026), with Chicago returning for 2027 and Orlando slated for 2028. The event has grown into one of the most prestigious international gatherings focused on transforming health and care through information and technology, most recently drawing over 24,000 attendees.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is HIMSS27 taking place?
HIMSS27 runs April 5–8, 2027, at McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois. The preconference is Monday, April 5 (registration required), and the main Conference & Exhibition runs Tuesday, April 6 through Thursday, April 8.
Who should attend HIMSS27?
The event is designed for the full healthcare ecosystem, including health system executives and clinical leaders, nurses, physicians, government officials, payers, consultants, startups, investors, and technology vendors from around the world. Curated tracks help attendees navigate the program based on their role and interests.
How large is the HIMSS conference and what does the program include?
The previous edition drew more than 24,000 attendees. The program features over 600 education sessions on topics such as AI, cybersecurity, and digital health, plus a large exhibition floor and extensive networking events.
How do I register for HIMSS27?
Registration and hotel booking are handled through the official website, himssconference.com. Note that the Monday, April 5 preconference requires separate registration; booking hotels early is recommended for the best rates and availability.
What are the best hotel and transportation options for McCormick Place?
The Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, Marriott Marquis Chicago, and the Hiltons at McCormick Place complex are all connected to the campus via skybridges. McCormick Place is roughly 9 miles from Midway Airport and 21 miles from O'Hare, and is accessible via the CTA Green Line's Cermak–McCormick Place station, local buses, rideshare, and airport shuttle service.
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