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All Things Open & The AIE Network

All Things AI
2026 Conference

March 23–24, 2026 · Carolina Theatre &
Durham Convention Center, Durham NC
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Schedule

March 23–24, 2026 · Durham Convention Center & Carolina Theatre

Mon Mar 23
Tue Mar 24
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Workshops
AI Deep Thoughts
Keynote

Speakers

World-class technologists & thought leaders · tap to see sessions

🅿 Parking Guide

Durham Convention Center · 301 W Morgan St

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🟠 Surface Lots (6)
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Attendee Guide

Everything you need for All Things AI 2026

View Parking Guide — 12 locations nearby
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Venue & Location
Durham Convention Center & Carolina Theatre
Durham Convention Center
301 W Morgan St, Durham, NC 27701. Main venue for workshops, breakout sessions, sponsor exhibits, and meals.
Carolina Theatre
309 W Morgan St, Durham, NC 27701. Historic theater hosting Tuesday morning keynote sessions. Adjacent to the Convention Center.
From RDU Airport: ~25 min by car or rideshare.
Accessible Route: Enter via the Marriott Hotel Forest Street Entrance and proceed to the help desk for check-in assistance.
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Check-In
Badge pickup times & location
Pick up your badge at the tent in the plaza in front of the Durham Convention Center and Carolina Theatre.
Sunday
12 – 3 PM
Early check-in
Monday
8:00 AM
Doors open
Tuesday
7:45 AM
Doors open
You must wear your badge onsite to attend all sessions and socials. Monday badges are marked by workshop.
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WiFi
Network names & passwords
Durham Convention Center
DCCGuestCopy PW
Password: OVG360!!
Carolina Theatre
ATAIGuestCopy PW
Password: TheFuture123
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Rooms & Tracks
Where each track takes place
Durham Convention Center
Fletcher Hall
Mon: AI for Business Professionals Workshop, AI Deep Thoughts, Fireside Chat Keynote
Tue: Case Study & Demo sessions
Grand Ballroom 1
Mon: MLH AI Roadshow Workshop
Tue: AI Users track
Grand Ballroom 2
Tue: AI Executives track
Grand Ballroom 3
Tue: AI Engineers track
Grand Ballrooms 1, 2 & 3
Tue AM: Combined for morning Keynote sessions
Junior Ballroom A
Mon: Docling/Granite Workshop, Letting AI Out of the Box
Tue: AI in the Enterprise track (Transformation & Infrastructure)
Junior Ballroom B
Mon: AI For Agents Workshop
Junior Ballroom C
Mon: Workforce Diagnostic Workshop, Automation Workshop
Junior Ballrooms B & C
Tue: Combined for AI Builders track
Junior Ballroom D
Tue: AI Governance, Security & Compliance track
Carolina Theatre
Main Auditorium
Tue AM: Morning keynote sessions (simulcast to Grand Ballrooms)
Other Locations
IBM Generative Computing Lounge
Across from Junior Ballrooms in the DCC. Charging stations, complimentary coffee & cookies, sticker table.
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Food & Beverages
What's available each day
Monday, March 23
Limited morning coffee courtesy of Randstad Digital / Torc
Lunch and a drink served onsite
1:00 PM — Complimentary coffee at IBM Lounge
3:00 PM — Complimentary cookies at IBM Lounge
1:30 – 4:30 PM — Concession stand open in Carolina Theatre lobby (credit card only)
Tuesday, March 24
Limited morning coffee courtesy of Randstad Digital / Torc
Lunch and a drink served onsite
1:00 PM — Complimentary coffee at IBM Lounge
3:00 PM — Complimentary cookies at IBM Lounge
Bring your own water bottle! Filling stations are available onsite.
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Networking Socials
Evening events both days
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Charging & Power
Keep your devices alive
Power outlets are very limited onsite. Charging stations are available in the IBM Generative Computing Lounge (across from Junior Ballrooms).
Charge your devices fully before arriving AND bring a power bank. Do not assume outlets will be available.
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T-Shirts, Stickers & Books
Swag & giveaways
T-Shirts: 1,000+ official 2026 shirts available 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM both days at the Carolina Theatre lobby (Box Office Ticket Window area).
Poster Giveaway: 500 copies of the official 2026 poster. Check schedule for times and locations.
Sticker Table: Located in the IBM Generative Computing Lounge. Pick up official ATAI stickers and bring your own to share!
Book Signings: Multiple book signings throughout the event. Check the schedule for times and locations.
Do NOT adhere stickers to any venue property — this will result in immediate expulsion.
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Code of Conduct
Everyone is subject to the conference CoC
All attendees, speakers, sponsors, and volunteers are required to agree with and follow the conference Code of Conduct. Please review it before arriving.
Questions? Contact us at info@allthingsai.org