VMware Explore

Name: VMware Explore
Start: 2026-08-31
End: 2026-09-03
Location: Venetian Convention and Expo Center

Aug 31 - Sep 3, 2026

About This Show

VMware Explore 2026 runs August 31-September 3, 2026 at The Venetian Convention and Expo Center in Las Vegas, hosted by Broadcom. The event centers on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and "Private AI Cloud," with 400+ technical breakout sessions, hands-on labs, and certification opportunities for IT practitioners. The plenary keynote, "Shaping the Future of Private AI Cloud and Agentic Innovation," opens Monday, August 31 at 9:00 a.m. PDT, led by Ram Velaga (President, Broadcom Infrastructure Software Group) alongside marquee customers and Broadcom executives.

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is VMware Explore 2026 Las Vegas?+

It runs August 31-September 3, 2026 at The Venetian Convention and Expo Center in Las Vegas.

What is the keynote theme this year?+

The plenary keynote, "Shaping the Future of Private AI Cloud and Agentic Innovation," opens Monday, August 31 at 9:00 a.m. PDT, led by Broadcom's Ram Velaga alongside customer and executive speakers.

What can attendees expect from the session program?+

The event features 400+ technical breakout sessions, hands-on labs, and certification opportunities focused on VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), private cloud, and AI infrastructure.

Is there an early-bird discount for registration?+

VMware offered $200 off the Full Event Pass for early-bird registration through June 16, 2026, with an extra $100 off for VMUG Advantage members; that window has since closed ahead of the event.

What do attendees get with a Full Event Pass?+

Every Full Event Pass includes a complimentary VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) exam voucher usable onsite.