PASS Summit East

Overview

PASS Summit East is an in person data conference taking place in Chicago, IL, from May 7 to May 8, 2026. The event is hosted at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, positioned in Chicago's South Loop and directly connected to the PASS Summit East program space. The gathering combines world class data training with opportunities to connect with peers, experts, and sponsors in the data community. The agenda centers on hands on training, advanced talks, and practical sessions designed for data professionals looking to deepen skills, expand networks, and bring new approaches back to their organizations.

Dates and Venue

May 7 – 8, 2026 Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, 2233 South Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Chicago, IL 60616, United States. Participants should plan for travel and hotel arrangements with a discounted group booking option available. The venue is convenient for attendees staying in Chicago or traveling from other regions, with direct access to the PASS Summit East event space.

Agenda and Program

The event features Pre Conference Sessions (Pre Cons) followed by a Conference Day packed with sessions from leading data experts and practitioners. The page highlights that the Pre Con Speakers have been announced and that the full program will be released soon. A schedule at a glance and dedicated session lists are part of the program, offering tracks, workshops, and a mix of talks designed to maximize practical takeaways. A video preview is available on the site to showcase the event experience and registration prompts.

Format and Experience

Expect a combination of in depth technical sessions, hands on workshops, and opportunities for networking. The program emphasizes learning through real world use cases, data tooling discussions, and best practice conversations. The event also promotes an engaging environment with a focus on community, exchange of ideas, and practical demonstrations that attendees can apply in their daily work.

Speakers and Sessions

Pre Conference Sessions and Speakers have been announced, with additional speakers and the full program to be released soon. Sessions cover a range of data topics, including data engineering, analytics, AI and machine learning, governance, and cloud based data platforms. Attendees can anticipate a diverse slate of experts sharing insights, case studies, and best practices. A dedicated Speakers page and a Previous Speakers page provide additional context on featured presenters.

Registration and FAQs

Registration is available online, with a call to action to Register Now on the event page. An FAQ section is referenced on the site to help answer common questions about travel, accommodations, scheduling, and conference policies. The site also invites attendees to subscribe for the latest event information and announcements.

Who should attend

The event is designed for data professionals including data engineers, data scientists, analytics specialists, and IT leaders who want to strengthen their data practices, learn new tools, and connect with the broader data community. Whether you are seeking practical guidance from real world case studies or exploring the latest trends in data technology, PASS Summit East is positioned as a comprehensive learning and networking opportunity for the data community in and around Chicago and beyond.