SHRM | Society for Human Resource Management 2026
Event Date
June 16–19, 2026
Location
Orlando, FL
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe SHRM Annual Conference & Expo (SHRM26) is the flagship event of the Society for Human Resource Management and is billed as one of the largest gatherings of HR professionals in the world. Held in Orlando, FL, it brings HR leaders together to connect, explore workplace solutions, and advance their careers. The 2026 edition takes place June 16-19 at the Orange County Convention Center, with an in-person and virtual (hybrid) format.
The conference draws a broad cross-section of the profession. HR professionals, recruiters, People Operations teams, learning and development leaders, executives, consultants, and workplace solution providers can all benefit from attending. The Orange County Convention Center welcomes nearly 20,000 attendees who hear from over 400 speakers across 375+ sessions sharing real-world insights on today's biggest workplace challenges.
Programming spans the full HR discipline — compliance, total rewards, talent management, leadership, culture, global workforce trends, and AI/technology. For many professionals, SHRM provides valuable opportunities to learn about industry trends, build professional relationships, discover new technologies, and earn certification credits. SHRM-certified attendees can earn recertification credits, making it a strong professional-development investment.
Show Highlights
Main Stage keynotes: SHRM26 featured what SHRM called one of its most memorable Main Stage lineups, including Oprah Winfrey, Simon Sinek, Christina Aguilera, actor James Marsden, Terry Crews, and BambooHR CEO Brad Rencher, along with SHRM President and CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. The event opened with best-selling author, coach, and speaker John Maxwell on the Main Stage.
Education & credits: The agenda offers relevant, competency-driven HR programming with tailored learning paths. SHRM26 offers 28+ PDCs toward SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification, with PDC-eligible sessions marked in the official agenda.
Content tracks: Sessions are organized across multiple tracks, reported to include AI & Data, Compensation & Benefits, Legal HR, Global Workforce Trends, Health & Wellness, Modern Employee Experience, Leadership & Development, Strategic HR, Talent Management, and HR Department of One.
Expo floor: The SHRM Expo is a large exhibition area where hundreds of vendors showcase products and services designed to help organizations solve workplace challenges.
SHRM26 After Hours: The official networking event took over Disney's Hollywood Studios for an exclusive nighttime experience.
Attendance
Per SHRM's official press release for the 2026 event, the Orange County Convention Center welcomed nearly 20,000 human resource professionals, executives, students, and more, who heard from over 400 speakers across 375+ sessions. The audience spans the full HR profession — from HR generalists and recruiters to People Operations teams, learning and development leaders, and senior executives.
Registration
Registration is handled through the official SHRM store (store.shrm.org/annual), with rates tiered by when you register and your SHRM member status. In-person individual pass rates for SHRM26 were:
- Early Bird: $2,395 member / $2,795 nonmember
- Standard: $2,595 member / $2,995 nonmember
- Final Rate: $2,695 member / $3,095 nonmember
- Day Pass: $1,095 member / $1,295 nonmember (in-person only)
- Student Member: $695 flat rate
- Chapter Advisor: $895 flat rate
Teams of 5 or more from the same company receive 10%+ off individual rates. Standard registration ran through May 15, 2026, with the final-tier pricing running from May 16 through onsite registration. Nonmembers who register at the nonmember rate also receive one year of SHRM membership. A virtual-only pass is available for those who cannot attend in person.
Cancellation policy: registrants could cancel for a full refund minus a $250 fee through December 16, 2025; cancellations from December 17, 2025 through June 2, 2026 were nonrefundable but transferable; and cancellations on or after June 3, 2026 were nonrefundable with no transfers permitted.
History
The conference is produced by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the professional association for HR practitioners. The 2026 edition is branded SHRM26. Over the years the Annual Conference & Expo has grown into what SHRM and the wider industry describe as one of the largest and most influential HR events in the world, rotating among major U.S. convention cities and adding a virtual (hybrid) attendance option. The 2026 event was presented by BambooHR. SHRM has also announced that a new event concept is being developed for 2027.
Venue & Travel
Venue
Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Drive
IDDBA 2026 occupies the North-South Building, Halls A & B of the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), one of the largest convention facilities in the United States. Show registration, the Info Desk, and the Orlando Concierge Desk are located in the South Hall A & B Lobby on Level 2, with the New Product Showcase on the exhibit floor and Nursing/Wellness Rooms on Level 2 of the South Concourse and at N312. On-site amenities include a FedEx Office & Business Center, ATMs in the North/South Building Lobby, luggage and coat check at Lobby Level 2 (S10E), and multiple first aid stations across the South A, South B, North A, and North B halls. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the IDDBA event space on the IDDBA2026 network (password: orlando).
Parking
Attendee parking is available on-site at the Orange County Convention Center. Current rates, lot locations, and access information are published by the venue at occc.net/Attendee-Parking. Rideshare pickup and drop-off for IDDBA 2026 is located right outside the South Lobby.
Getting There
- Airport: Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the primary gateway for IDDBA 2026, with shuttle, taxi, and rideshare options to the convention center and area hotels. A full ground transportation listing is available at flymco.com.
- IDDBA Shuttle: Complimentary shuttles run between official IDDBA hotels and the OCCC; pickup and drop-off is on Level 1 outside the South Hall Lobby.
- Rideshare: Uber and Lyft pickup/drop-off is located right outside the South Lobby of the convention center.
- Mobility rentals: Scootaround provides wheelchairs and scooters for IDDBA 2026, with pickup at the FedEx Office Business Center in the South Hall A Lobby (Hyatt side).
- International attendees can request a visa invitation letter when registering for IDDBA 2026.
Nearby Hotels
IDDBA contracts an official housing block exclusively through onPeak, with discounted IDDBA rates at properties clustered around the Orange County Convention Center and along International Drive. The official IDDBA 2026 Hotel Map is published on the registration page.
- Hotels in the International Drive / Convention Center district are within walking distance or a short shuttle ride of the OCCC.
- IDDBA shuttle buses run between the official IDDBA hotels and the convention center, with pickup/drop-off on Level 1 outside the South Hall Lobby.
- Groups needing 21 or more rooms can submit a request through onPeak's group form; smaller bookings go through the standard onPeak booking links.
IDDBA notes that onPeak is its only official hotel partner and warns attendees about unsolicited "housing poacher" calls and emails.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the SHRM 2026 Annual Conference & Expo?
SHRM26 takes place June 16-19, 2026 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida (9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819). It is offered in both in-person and virtual formats.
Who should attend SHRM26?
The conference is designed for the full HR profession, including HR professionals, recruiters, People Operations teams, learning and development leaders, executives, consultants, and workplace solution providers. It welcomed nearly 20,000 attendees.
How much does registration cost and how do I register?
Register through store.shrm.org/annual. In-person individual passes ranged from a $2,395 early-bird member rate up to a $2,695 final member rate (higher for nonmembers), with day passes from $1,095, student rates at $695, and 10%+ discounts for teams of 5 or more.
Can I earn recertification credits at SHRM26?
Yes. SHRM26 offers 28+ Professional Development Credits (PDCs) toward SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification, with eligible sessions marked in the official agenda.
How do I get to the venue and where should I stay?
The venue is about 11.3 miles (roughly 20 minutes) from Orlando International Airport (MCO), with rideshare, taxis, and on-site parking available. SHRM offers an official hotel block booked through its housing partner, and complimentary shuttle buses run between official hotels and the convention center.
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