You’re invited to the 2026 Airports@Work Conference in the Windy City! Top airport professionals will be making key connections among safety, security, operational, environmental, technology, and infrastructure issues needed to move North America into the 2030s and beyond. Where better to make these connections than one of the busiest connecting hub cities in the world. Join your colleagues to explore the latest trends and challenges on cross-cutting issues in a variety of disciplines from cybersecurity to resiliency while also having the opportunity to take deeper dives in security, environmental, technology, and operations tracks.
Who Should Attend
Any professional interested in learning about aviation trends or meeting industry leaders, including:
Environment
Cybersecurity
Resiliency
Security
Environmental
Technology
Facilities & Infrastructure
Planning & Development
Operations & Safety
Registration Information
Online registration is now open. Please click the link above to register.
ACI-NA Member:
Early-Bird Registration
(Until February 6)
$1,150
Regular Registration
(After February 6)
$1,400
Non-Member:
Early-Bird Registration
(Until February 6)
$1,600
Regular Registration
(After February 6)
$1,850
U.S./Canadian Federal Gov’t:
Early-Bird Registration
(Until February 6)
$700
Regular Registration
(After February 6)
$700
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be sent to meetings@airportscouncil.org no later than February 6, 2026. Registration fees are refundable but subject to a $100 administrative fee. Refunds will be credited back to the original payment method within 14 business days. No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations received after February 6, 2026.
Hotel Information

Marriott Marquis Chicago
2121 S Prairie Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
ACI-NA has reserved rooms at the Marriott Marquis Chicago. The discounted hotel rate for the traditional room type is $269 USD for single/double occupancy per night plus applicable taxes. Other category/view room types are available at a higher rate.
The last day to reserve your room at the discounted rate is Friday, February 27, 2026. Rooms may sell out at the discounted rate before the booking deadline. We encourage you to reserve your room early.
Guarantee & Cancellation Policy: All reservations will be guaranteed for the first night’s room and tax. Cancellations made prior to 72 hours of arrival will not be charged.
ACI-NA does not work with third parties that would contact attendees about hotel accommodations for the conference. Please report any unauthorized solicitations to meetings@airportscouncil.org.
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Become a Sponsor
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 Airports@Work Conference. The deadline to secure sponsorship is Friday, February 20, 2026.
Please contact Karynna Baresel at sponsorship@airportscouncil.org for additional details.