Schedule

February 16-18, 2026
Arlington, Texas

Loews Arlington Hotel


Marketplace Schedule

*Schedule is subject to change. All times are Central Time Zone.*

Sunday, February 15, 2026

2:00 pm–6:00 pm Committee Meetings

Monday, February 16, 2026

7:00 am–5:00 pm Registration
7:00 am–7:00 pm Exhibitor Move-In
7:00 am–7:00 pm Daily Activities:
  Committee Meetings, CDA & DEF Board of Directors Meeting, Welcome Lunch and Keynote, Education Sessions and Welcome Reception

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

7:00 am–5:30 pm Registration
8:00 am–9:00 pm Daily Activities: Breakfast, Education Sessions, Trade Show, Networking Events, and Hall of Fame Dinner

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

7:00 am–12:00 pm Breakfast, Opening Session and Education Sessions
12:00 pm Adjournment