AWS re:Invent full experience: Must attend side events you won’t want to miss

AWS re:Invent 2026: Everything you need to know

AWS re:Invent returns to Las Vegas from November 30 to December 4, 2026, bringing together the global cloud community for a week of keynotes, technical sessions and announcements across AI, data, security and cloud computing. Sessions are spread across The Venetian and Venetian Expo, Caesars Forum, Caesars Palace, MGM Grand and Wynn | Encore, with badge pickup opening on Sunday, November 29.

What to expect at AWS re:Invent 2026

• Keynotes: AWS leadership keynotes run Monday through Thursday, including the CEO keynote by Matt Garman on Tuesday, December 1.
• Sessions and workshops: breakout sessions, builders’ sessions, chalk talks, code talks, workshops and lightning talks, rated from Foundational to Expert.
• AI and agents: generative AI and agentic AI are expected to dominate the agenda again, from model building to agents in production.
• Expo and networking: the Expo opens with a Welcome Reception on Monday, November 30, and the week closes with re:Play at Allegiant Stadium on Thursday, December 3.

Introducing Qubika’s curated side events list

Beyond the official agenda, re:Invent week is packed with side events: receptions, executive dinners, breakfasts, roundtables and parties hosted by AWS partners and technology companies. These smaller gatherings are often where the most valuable conversations happen. As an AWS Partner, we’ve curated the side events worth adding to your calendar, and we’ll keep updating the list as new events are confirmed.