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—featuring pre-conference intensives, three keynote speakers, 24 education sessions, curated tours, an expo, spec academies, and the AIA Tri-State Design Awards—bringing together architects and design professionals from New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania to connect, learn, and celebrate the best of the profession.
More Than a Conference
Princeton will serve as the backdrop for three days of connection, learning, and design leadership. From keynotes to tours to the Tri-State Design Awards, this year’s conference is designed to go far beyond education sessions.
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.
Get Ready for Princeton
Located in the scenic Carnegie Center just minutes from downtown Princeton, the Hyatt Regency Princeton offers an exceptional setting for the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference, with a striking atrium, 30,000+ square feet of meeting space, on-site dining, fitness center, and comfortable accommodations, all within easy reach of Princeton University, a walkable downtown, and the cultural and architectural richness of the region. The conference room block is now open with discounted rates starting at $179.