NDIA Future Force Capabilities Conference & Exhibition

Why Should I Attend?

The NDIA 2026 Future Force Capabilities Conference & Exhibition is crucial for understanding how new technologies and capabilities will influence future military operations. The conference will provide a platform for collaboration between the defense industry and military organizations to ensure that emerging threats can be addressed.

This world class conference aims to create an innovative environment by bringing together experts from diverse fields such as armaments, robotics, and munitions technology. The objective is to foster creative interdisciplinary conversations and collaborations among the attendees. The agenda is designed to stimulate creative thinking and encourage collaborative problem-solving, ultimately advancing these fields.

Join more than 700 global leaders, defense innovators, and strategic thinkers at a groundbreaking conference exploring the future of warfare. From AI-driven operations and high-level autonomous systems to cyber dominance and next-generation defense technologies, this event dives deep into the forces reshaping conflict in the 21st century.

Who Attends
Industry	Government (Civilian/DoD/Foreign)	Active Duty Military

Monday, June 8

DAY 1 SESSIONS

Registration: 8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Committee Meetings: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Invite Only

Exhibit Hall Open: 12:00 - 6:30 pm

General Session: 1:30 - 5:00 pm

Networking Reception: 5:00 - 6:30 pm

Tuesday, June 9

DAY 2 SESSIONS

Registration: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Breakout Sessions: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Exhibit Hall Open: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Networking Reception: 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Wednesday, June 10

LIVE FIRE DEMO

Bus Transportation*:
7:30 am 

Live Fire Demo:
8:30 am - 2:00 pm

Bus Transportation*:
12:00 & 2:00 pm 

*Bus transportation is optional and requires prior registration.