Virtual Studio Live! 2027
Event Date
March 22–26, 2027
Location
Las Vegas, NV
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryVisual Studio Live! Las Vegas 2027 is a five-day developer training conference for professionals building modern applications on the Microsoft platform. Held in partnership with Microsoft, the event runs March 22-26, 2027, at the Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort & Casino, focused on deepening expertise in modern.NET, cloud, and AI-powered development.
The program spans a wide range of technologies. Attendees explore the newest advancements in Visual Studio, modern.NET development, ASP.NET Core, Azure, AI-assisted development, GitHub Copilot, Blazor,.NET MAUI, C#, and modern data platforms. Sessions are led by Microsoft engineers and industry-renowned experts, going beyond theory to focus on real-world solutions through live demonstrations, deep-dive workshops, and hands-on learning experiences.
Visual Studio Live! is for those involved or interested in expanding their knowledge and skills on Microsoft's developer tools and platforms, including software architects, systems analysts, developers, and designers. It is worth attending for the technical depth, direct access to Microsoft product teams, and strong networking, all set against the backdrop of the Las Vegas Strip.
Show Highlights
- Pre-conference Hands-On Labs on Monday and post-conference Workshops on Friday for deep, focused learning.
- Keynote and general sessions plus multiple daily breakout tracks, Fast Focus sessions, and table-topic lunches.
- Sessions led by Microsoft engineers and industry-renowned experts, featuring live demonstrations and deep-dive workshops.
Track topics span the modern Microsoft developer stack, including:
- Modern Software Engineering
- Cloud, Containers and Microservices
- Cutting-Edge AI
- Data & Analytics
- Developing New Experiences
- Human Factors in Engineering
- The Core of.NET
- Full Stack Web Development
Networking is a signature part of the week, including a Mix & Mingle, a Welcome Reception, and VSLive!'s Out on the Town in Old Las Vegas evening event.
Registration
Registration is available online via the official VSLive! Las Vegas registration page, with several conference packages priced by tiered deadlines.
Conference packages (individual, standard rates):
- 5 Day (Mon-Fri + Full Day Hands-On Lab and Workshops), 4 Day (Tue-Fri + Friday Workshops), 3 Day (Tue-Thu), Hands-On Lab Monday, and Workshop Friday options are offered.
- Standard pricing (register by March 22): $3,225 for 5 Day, $2,725 for 4 Day, $2,125 for 3 Day, $750 for the Monday Hands-On Lab, and $650 for the Friday Workshop.
- Earlier tiers save money: Year-End Savings (by December 18) starts at $2,725 for the 5 Day package, and Super Early Bird (by January 15) is $2,825.
Discounts: Team discounts are available for groups of 3 or more from the same company. Additional discounts exist for alumni, students and faculty, international attendees, and government/non-profit employees (contact the registrar to verify eligibility).
Payment: Attendees can pay by credit card, purchase order, or company check. If you must cancel, notify the registrar in writing by the Super Early Bird deadline of January 15, 2027, for a refund less a $250 cancellation fee.
History
Visual Studio Live! (VSLive!) is one of the industry's longest-running and most respected conferences for developers building on the Microsoft platform, delivering independent, expert-led technical education since 1993. For more than 30 years, the VSLive! Developer Conference has been where developers come to stay ahead of what's next. Its conferences feature Microsoft engineers, product team members, MVPs, and industry leaders covering technologies shaping modern development, including.NET, Azure, AI, cloud-native applications, DevOps, data, and software architecture. The event is produced by 1105 Media, Inc. and runs at multiple U.S. cities each year, with Las Vegas as a flagship stop.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Visual Studio Live! Las Vegas 2027?
The conference takes place March 22-26, 2027, at the Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort & Casino, located at 3667 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
Who should attend Visual Studio Live!?
It is designed for software architects, systems analysts, developers, designers, and anyone looking to build expertise in Microsoft's developer tools and platforms such as.NET, Azure, and AI. The conference is open to the public.
How much does registration cost and how do I register?
You register online through the official VSLive! Las Vegas page. Standard pricing runs from $2,125 for a 3 Day package up to $3,225 for the full 5 Day package, with lower early-bird tiers available before deadlines in December, January, and February.
Are meals or a hotel package included?
Morning coffee, pastries, and lunch are provided for paid attendees on days they attend sessions, workshops, or labs. A separate hotel package at Planet Hollywood can be added during registration, or attendees can book the room block at a special $145 rate by February 19, 2027.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing and received by January 15, 2027, to qualify for a refund, which is issued less a $250 processing fee. No refunds are given after that date, though you may transfer your registration to another person before the conference begins.
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