2026 IEEE PES T&D Schedule at a Glance
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2026 IEEE PES T&D takes place 4–7 May in Chicago. Below is a snapshot of the schedule, including exhibit hall hours, technical sessions, and special events.
All times are listed in Central Time. Schedule is subject to change.
Sunday, 3 May
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Registration Open
Monday, 4 May
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Registration Open
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tutorials, Plain Talk
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Provided Daily Lunch
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Welcome Reception
Tuesday, 5 May
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Registration Open
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Plain Talk
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Opening Session and Super Session
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Provided Daily Lunch
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Technical Panel Sessions
Wednesday, 6 May
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Registration Open
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Plain Talk
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Super Sessions
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Provided Daily Lunch
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Technical Panel Sessions
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Networking Reception
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Poster Session Reception / Student Poster Contest
Thursday, 7 May
7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Registration Open
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Super Sessions
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Provided Daily Lunch
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Technical Panel Sessions
