2026 Conference & Expo

Join us in Las Vegas at the iconic MGM Grand for AACE’s 70th Anniversary Conference & Expo—a milestone event you won’t want to miss!

This premier global gathering brings together the top minds in cost and project controls—from seasoned experts to rising professionals. Our educational sessions are peer-reviewed for quality and relevance, ensuring you walk away with insights you can trust and apply.

Why attend?

Earn CEUs and receive a certificate of attendance
Enjoy exclusive networking opportunities with industry leaders, peers, and sponsors
Celebrate 70 years of advancing the profession with a vibrant, engaged community
Get on-demand access to session recordings (included with full registration) to earn even more CEUs on your schedule

Whether you’re a returning attendee or joining us for the first time, this is the year to be there. Come for the education—stay for the connections, innovation, and celebration.

Make history with us in 2026. We’ll see you in Vegas!

Host Hotel

2025 Brochure

2025 Technical Program Schedule

2025 Technical Program Sessions

2026 Conference & Expo - Registration Rates

Early Registration Deadline: May 28

FULL TECHNICAL PROGRAM

	EARLY	REGULAR	ONSITE
MEMBER	$1175	$1275	$1375
NON-MEMBER	$1375	$1475	$1575
STUDENT	$950	$950	$950

1-DAY TECHNICAL PROGRAM

	EARLY	REGULAR	ONSITE
MEMBER	$850	$950	$1050
NON-MEMBER	$950	$1050	$1150
STUDENT	n/a	n/a	n/a

GUEST FEE $500

FULL TECHNICAL PROGRAM: Conference & Expo recordings and the Transactions (proceedings) are included with registration.

1-DAY TECHNICAL PROGRAM: Transactions (proceedings) are included with registration.

STUDENTS: The student rate is available only to student members. One day is not applicable.

GUESTS: The guest registration is available only to registrants' guests. A guest may not be someone eligible for membership in AACE, a business partner, or a supplier who is not exhibiting.

Group Discount - Email

GROUP DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE.

If you have 5 or more registrations, contact Headquarters to receive your group's discount code of $50 off each registration.

Host Hotel

HOTEL DISCOUNT:

Save $100 by staying at the host hotel. Book your hotel room first to get the code. The discount is only available on the Full Technical Program registrations and must be entered at the time of registration. The discount code must be applied as you register for the conference.

Apply for Member Assistance

MEMBER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

These grants provide funding to cover the meeting registration for AACE members who have provided volunteer service to the association. The total number of grants awarded will be subject to funding available. Applications will be reviewed and approved by AACE staff. Selected recipients must confirm within seven days that they wish to accept the grant (or the grant may be made available to another applicant).

Eligibility:

Current AACE member at the time of application.
AACE volunteer service within the last five years.
Demonstrate the need by completing the online application before the deadline.

Eligible Expenses:

This grant covers conference registration only. It does not cover travel, lodging, meals, or other incidental expenses.

Lodging Requirement:

To remain eligible for this grant, you must stay at the official conference host hotel during the event. Recipients are responsible for booking and paying for their accommodations.

Only one education grant (Conference & Expo or Online Education) may be awarded to a member every five years.

Exhibit & Sponsor

List of 2025 Sponsors

Speaker Information

Events and Education

Important Dates