Esri International User Conference 2026 (Esri UC)

The Esri International User Conference 2026 (Esri UC) will take place July 13–17, 2026 at the San Diego Convention Center, California, USA. Hosted by Esri, it is the largest global GIS gathering, bringing together geospatial professionals, academics, and industry leaders.

The conference will feature visionary plenary sessions led by Esri President Jack Dangermond, alongside 150+ technical sessions, workshops, and hands-on labs covering the latest in ArcGIS, GeoAI, and location intelligence. Attendees will explore how geographic thinking transforms industries, supports smarter decisions, and drives innovation across sectors such as urban planning, environment, transportation, and business intelligence.

Key highlights include the Map Gallery Reception, Academic GIS Program Fair, and immersive training opportunities tailored to every skill level. The Esri UC is recognized as the premier platform for networking, learning, and discovering breakthroughs in GIS technology.