KMWorld & Intranets 2026
Event Date
November 16–19, 2026
Location
Washington, DC
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryKMWorld 2026 is billed as the world's leading conference on knowledge management, AI, and enterprise insights. Held in Washington, DC from November 16-19, the event offers practical advice, thought leadership, and in-depth training and workshops on how KM and related disciplines can provide value for organizations. The 2026 theme—Enterprise Learning, Human-Centric AI, & Sharing Knowledge—focuses on innovative breakthroughs and learning experiences from KM practitioners as they guide their organizations into the future.
The conference is designed for CIOs and CKOs, IT managers, knowledge managers, information managers and professionals, executive management, intranet managers, information architects, content managers, customer experience professionals, scientists and engineers, educators and researchers, and anyone who wants to run an innovative, knowledge-driven enterprise.
A key draw is the scale of its co-located program. KMWorld 2026 hosts four highly integrated co-located events: Taxonomy Boot Camp, Enterprise Search & Discovery, Text Analytics Forum, and Enterprise AI World. Attendees can harness knowledge to drive high-impact transformation for their teams and careers.
Show Highlights
Five co-located conferences under one roof — KMWorld 2026 headlines a unique program offering of five co-located conferences, with a Platinum Pass providing full access to all of them.
Key features include:
- Enterprise Solutions Showcase — featuring top companies in the KM, CM, search, taxonomy, intranets, text analytics, and AI marketplace, offering attendees an opportunity to explore the latest product and service solutions.
- Co-located events — Enterprise Search & Discovery, the only conference dedicated to enterprise search; Taxonomy Boot Camp, the only conference dedicated to taxonomy building and management; Enterprise AI World, exploring how AI applications can transform the enterprise; and Text Analytics Forum, exploring the power of text analytics.
- Extensive program — Platinum Pass holders can choose from 100+ keynotes, sessions, and in-depth workshops across all five events and benefit from a variety of networking opportunities.
- KM Awards, KM Bookstore, and dedicated networking events, plus preconference workshops.
Registration
Registration is completed online through the official KMWorld registration system, and early-bird pricing offers savings of up to $200. The Platinum Pass (Nov 16-19) is the best value at $1,995 by 10/16 or $2,195 after, providing access to all five co-located events plus Taxonomy Boot Camp or preconference workshops.
Other pass options include:
- Gold Pass (Nov 17-19): $1,595 by 10/16, $1,795 after.
- KMWorld Conference Pass (Nov 17-19): $1,495 by 10/16, $1,695 after.
- KMWorld Conference Pass + Workshops (Nov 16-19): $1,895 by 10/16, $2,095 after.
- Showcase Only pass is FREE by 10/16 (or $25 after) for qualified industry professionals, who must show a business card or proof of industry affiliation.
Group discounts: 2-4 registrants from the same company receive $100 off per person, and groups of 5 or more receive $200 off per person on Platinum, Gold, or General Conference Passes; contact the registrar for a code before registering.
Cancellation policy: Cancellations received on or before September 1, 2026 receive a full refund; those between September 2 and October 16, 2026 are subject to a $150 administrative fee, and after October 16 no refunds are issued.
History
KMWorld is organized and produced by Information Today, Inc., and is co-located with Taxonomy Boot Camp, Enterprise Search & Discovery, Text Analytics Forum, and Enterprise AI World. The conference has grown into what its organizers describe as the world's leading event on knowledge management, AI, and enterprise insights, and in 2026 headlines a program of five synergistic co-located conferences.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is KMWorld 2026 taking place?
KMWorld 2026 takes place November 16-19, 2026 at the JW Marriott Washington, DC, located at 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004.
Who should attend KMWorld?
The conference is designed for CIOs and CKOs, IT managers, knowledge and information managers, executive management, intranet managers, information architects, content managers, customer experience professionals, educators, researchers, and anyone who wants to run an innovative, knowledge-driven enterprise.
What is the Platinum Pass and what does it include?
The Platinum Pass is the best-value option, priced at $1,995 by October 16 or $2,195 after. It provides access to all five co-located events—KMWorld, Enterprise AI World, Enterprise Search & Discovery, Text Analytics Forum, and Taxonomy Boot Camp—plus preconference workshops, with 100+ keynotes, sessions, and workshops to choose from.
How do I register and are group discounts available?
Registration is completed online, with early-bird rates saving up to $200. Groups from the same company can save $100 per person (2-4 registrants) or $200 per person (5 or more); contact the registrar for a discount code before registering.
How do I book a hotel room and get the discounted rate?
Discounted rooms at the JW Marriott Washington, DC are $319 per night for a single or double, booked through the official housing bureau, Meeting & Travel Consultants (MTC). The group rate is available through October 23, 2026, subject to availability.
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