Save the Date for the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference
Hosted by AIANJ, AIANYS, & AIAPA
November 3, 2026 | Pre-Conference Intensives & State Component Design Award Celebrations
November 4–6, 2026 | AIA Tri-State Conference & Tri-State Design Awards Celebration
Kick off the week with pre-conference intensives and individual state component Design Award celebrations, followed by three days of education, inspiration, networking, and design excellence at the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference.
Join architects and design professionals from New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania as we come together to connect, learn, and celebrate the best of our profession.
What’s Ahead
Pre-Conference Intensives | Three Keynote Speakers | 24 Education Sessions I Curated Tours I Expo | Spec Academies I AIA Tri-State Design Awards & more
Featured Tours Include:
Enhance your conference experience with a selection of immersive architectural tours showcasing the design, history, and innovation that define the Princeton region. Explore the extraordinary craftsmanship of the BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham campus, discover Princeton University‘s carbon-neutral energy initiatives, and experience architecture that connects people, place, and history at the Washington Crossing Visitor Center & Museum. Additional tours will highlight Princeton’s iconic landmarks, Trenton’s evolving urban landscape, the historic Witherspoon-Jackson District and its Black churches, and the thoughtfully designed Dillon Gym. These behind-the-scenes experiences offer a unique opportunity to explore the architecture, communities, and stories shaping the region.
Hyatt Regency Princeton
Located within the scenic Carnegie Center and just minutes from downtown Princeton, the Hyatt Regency Princeton provides an exceptional setting for the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference. The hotel features a striking multi-story atrium, more than 30,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, on-site dining, a fitness center, and comfortable guest accommodations. Conveniently situated between New York City and Philadelphia, attendees will have easy access to Princeton University’s historic campus, a vibrant walkable downtown, and a community celebrated for its rich architectural, cultural, and intellectual heritage, offering an inspiring backdrop for learning, networking, and exploration.
The Hyatt Regency Princeton room block with the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference discount is open with rooms starting at $179.00.
Book Hotel HereMark your calendar. More details coming soon, this is one you won’t want to miss.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in reaching Architects across the northeast?
We have opportunities for you to sponsor the conference.
Need to talk it over with your team?
Download the sponsor/exhibitor guide here.