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HPE C-Circle 2026 What you need to know before attending the HPE C-Circle 2026
We have compiled everything you need to make the most of your time with us at HPE C-Circle 2026. Please bookmark this page and check back for updates. You can also reach out to your sales host directly for any questions or concerns.
Conference logistics
Dates
June 14, 2026: HPE C-Circle 2026 Welcome Reception
June 15–16, 2026: HPE C-Circle 2026
June 16–18, 2026: HPE Discover Las Vegas 2026
Location
The Venetian Convention and Expo Center, 201 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89169
Main programming: Venetian Ballroom A.
Transportation
Transportation to and from the conference center is available for customers who have opted for this amenity. You will be emailed details of your airport transfer. For those not using the airport transfers, The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas is about three miles from Harry Reid International Airport, and the average cost of a taxi is $30–$40. Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft are also available at the airport.
Hotel accommodations
To view your hotel details, please refer to the confirmation email you received with this subject line, “HPE C-Circle 2026 Hotel Reservation Acknowledgement.” If you have questions about your hotel booking, please contact the HPE Discover Hotel Team at C-Circle@hpe.com. Hotel FAQs.
Guests
Guests may stay with you but are not permitted to attend HPE C-Circle 2026 and will not be admitted to any conference functions, including meals. Attendees are permitted to purchase one guest pass for the HPE Discover Celebration for a fee of $225. Learn more.
Customized gift
As part of the HPE C-Circle 2026 experience, we are excited to offer you a personalized gift. If your company permits you to accept gifts, please make sure they visit the VIP Lounge at Delmonico Steakhouse on Monday, June 15 or Tuesday, June 16 to make your selection.
Mobile app
Mobile App
Get the most out of HPE C-Circle 2026—and HPE Discover Las Vegas—by downloading the conference mobile app. Use it to plan and personalize your schedule and easily find content that matches your interests.
Get the app by scanning the QR code from your computer with your device or searching for “HPE Discover Las Vegas 2026” in the Apple App Store or Google Play
If you're on a mobile device, you can download the app now.
Registration and conference badge information
The Palazzo Lobby
For your convenience, HPE C-Circle 2026 hotel check-in and event registration are located in the lobby of The Palazzo. Please bring photo identification to pick up your badge during the hours listed below.
Hours:
- Sunday, June 14, Noon–8:00 PM
- Monday, June 15, 6:30 AM–8:30 AM
VIP Information Desk
If you have questions outside of the Registration Desk operating hours, please go to the VIP Lounge Information Desk at Delmonico Steakhouse from June 15 to June 16.
For security reasons, badges are not transferable or shareable and must be worn at all times, including during HPE Discover Celebration. If you lose your badge, please visit the HPE Discover Registration Desk with photo identification for assistance.
On-site essentials
Weather forecast
The outdoor temperature in June for Las Vegas averages 80–100° F/25–35° C. However, indoor conference areas remain quite cool.
Suggested attire
HPE Discover is a business casual conference. We suggest bringing comfortable shoes and a jacket or sweater.
Internet access
Complimentary Wi-Fi powered by the latest HPE Networking technology is available throughout HPE Discover.
SSID: HPE Discover
No password required
Emergency contacts and security
In case of an emergency during the conference, contact any of our security personnel located around the venue.
Add these contact numbers to your phone:
- If you are in The Venetian, dial 49311 on a house phone or call +1 (702) 414-9311 to contact venue security.
- For non-emergency medical needs, please contact +1 (808) 264-3700 or visit Room 101 during conference hours.
- First aid facilities are also located on Level 1, adjacent to Room 310.
- For emergencies outside the venue, please dial 911.
Code of Conduct
Read the full HPE Discover Code of Conduct guidelines: https://www.hpe.com/us/en/discover/lasvegas/resources.html#conduct.
Health and safety
Your health and safety are important to us. HPE continues to monitor guidelines for health and safety measures and will adjust our plans and health protocols, as necessary. HPE will follow all applicable laws, adapting our plans accordingly and sharing updates with HPE Discover audiences.
For more information about health and safety, please visit the HPE Discover FAQs.
The HPE C-Circle 2026 Program
The HPE C-Circle 2026 program has been designed with one goal in mind: giving you the insights, access, and peer connections to tackle your most critical IT decisions with confidence. Between our Luminary Sessions, open Q&A with HPE President & CEO Antonio Neri, curated roundtables with fellow C-suite leaders, and one-on-one time with HPE advisors, we’re ready to dig into your specific strategy and priorities.
Luminary sessions
You will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of each session.
Anu Bradford: Navigating the New Rules of AI Governance and Regulation
Monday, June 15
8:45 AM–9:30 AM
Venetian Ballroom A
Hear from Anu Bradford, award-winning author and leading Digital Economy scholar on how geopolitical shifts, AI governance, and evolving regulations are reshaping the business landscape and what leaders must do to adapt.
R “Ray” Wang: The forces you can’t ignore—and the choices that matter
Monday, June 15
9:30 AM–10:15 AM
Venetian Ballroom A
Get a new perspective from R “Ray” Wang, Founder, Chairman, and Principal Analyst of Constellation Research Inc., on the market forces reshaping enterprise technology and the decisions that will define the next era of business.
Peter Hinssen: Reframing adversity as possibility and opportunity
Monday, June 15
10:30 AM–11:15 AM
Venetian Ballroom A
Join Peter Hinssen, author of The Uncertainty Principle, and leading innovation, technology, and leadership expert, as he explores the key levers of transformation that will help leaders rethink and reinvent their companies as vessels of progress during rapid change.
Leadership sessions
Customer Panel: Leading the Next Operating Era: Virtualization, AI, and Executive Tradeoffs
Monday, June 15
11:15 AM–Noon
Venetian Ballroom A
Join speakers from Foxconn and LyondellBasell as they share practical strategies and real-world lessons.
Executive Q&A: A Leadership Dialogue with Antonio Neri
Tuesday, June 16
11:45 AM–12:15 PM
Venetian Ballroom A
Participate in an unscripted conversation with HPE’s President & CEO, offering candid thoughts and insights into HPE’s strategy and the future of enterprise IT.
Tailored experiences
Curated executive discussions and candid dialogue
Participate in small, thoughtfully designed discussions with industry leaders and fellow C-level executives centered on the issues most relevant to your business today.
Private HPE Discover Showcase Guided Tour
Tuesday, June 16
3:00 PM–4:00 PM
The HPE Discover Showcase
Enjoy a private Guided Tour for a curated overview of HPE Showcase highlights. Experience hands-on demos of the latest technologies with an expert docent. Request to join the private tour with your sales host.
HPE Executive Meeting Center
Location: Bassano Ballroom, Level 2
Engage in individually tailored discussions with HPE executives and subject matter experts in the HPE Executive Meeting Center. Get personalized answers to your most important business and technology questions, as well as recommended paths forward to help you grow your business. Please connect with your sales host to request a meeting with an HPE executive.
Peer to Peer Meeting Program
Location: Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse, Zeppola Café, and the HPE Meeting Center (all within The Venetian)
One of HPE Discover’s most in-demand programs, Peer to Peer meetings allow you to connect 1:1 or in roundtable conversations with industry peers who understand your challenges firsthand. Share ideas, lessons learned, and best practices, and walk away with valuable insights that will help drive success in your business. Please work with your sales host to request participation in the Peer to Peer meeting program.
HPE Digital Transformation Advisors
Location: HPE Discover Showcase
Sign up for a DTA session to engage directly with a senior HPE strategist in a focused, 45‑minute conversation tailored to the outcomes your organization is driving. Together, we’ll connect your priorities across networking, cloud, and AI, identifying where HPE and our ecosystem can deliver the greatest value. Please work with your sales host to request a DTA session.
Exclusive dining schedule
Enjoy exclusive meals and social experiences curated for HPE C-Circle 2026 participants:
Sunday, June 14
6:00 PM–8:00 PM | VIP Welcome Reception at HaSalon
HaSalon, located in The Palazzo, is rooted in the rich traditions of the Mediterranean, offering a menu that is both unique and sophisticated. Rather than a fixed set of dishes, the kitchen relies on sourcing the finest seasonal ingredients. It is a celebration of authentic Israeli food presented in an upscale, lively setting on the Las Vegas Strip. Join us for Mediterranean cuisine and networking with HPE leadership and industry peers.
Monday, June 15
7:00 AM–8:15 AM | Breakfast, Delmonico Steakhouse
Noon–1:30 PM | VIP Lunch with Peter Hinssen, Delmonico Steakhouse
7:00 PM–10:00 PM | Exclusive dinner at Bazaar Meat by José Andrés, The Palazzo
Brought to life by Michelin Star-awarded chef José Andrés and the José Andrés Group, Bazaar Meat Las Vegas reimagines the traditional steakhouse, delivering an extraordinary culinary experience where shared plates of unique tapas spark curiosity, cocktails are crafted with imagination, and each dish dazzles with theatrical flair. With its vibrant blend of sophistication, impeccable service, and playful showmanship, Bazaar Meat Las Vegas transforms dining into an extraordinary sensory experience.
Tuesday, June 16
7:00 AM–8:15 AM | Breakfast, Delmonico Steakhouse
12:15 PM–1:00 PM | Lunch, Delmonico Steakhouse
Plus access to the VIP Lounge at Delmonico Steakhouse
Visit this private retreat for HPE C-Circle 2026 guests in close proximity to the meeting venue, providing a relaxed setting for downtime or small meetings.
The VIP Lounge is open during the following hours:
- Monday, June 15: 7:00 AM–8:15 AM and Noon–4:00 PM
- Tuesday, June 16: 7:00 AM–8:15 AM, 10:15 AM–11:45 AM, and 12:15 PM–4:00 PM
VIP access to HPE Discover events
As an HPE C-Circle 2026 attendee, enjoy reserved seating for the following HPE Discover events. Full details on your seating assignment will be shared on-site when you pick up your badge.
Keynote by Antonio Neri: Architecting AI starts with your network
Tuesday, June 16
9:00 AM–10:15 AM
Doors open at 8:00 AM
Keynote promptly begins at 9:00 AM
Mainstage Theater
AI is driving the largest infrastructure buildout in history, and the network is both its critical enabler and defining constraint. Join HPE President and CEO Antonio Neri as he explores why the network sits at the center of today's unprecedented AI opportunity.
Networking General Session: The next generation of networking: From vision to self-driving reality
Tuesday, June 16
1:00 PM–2:30 PM
Doors open at 12:30 PM
Mainstage Theater
Join Rami Rahim, Executive Vice President, President & General Manager, Networking, as he shows how self-driving networks use experience-driven data, agentic AI, and AI-native design to help customers simplify operations, improve performance, and scale securely. Add this session to your agenda.
CTO General Session: The path to an agentic enterprise
Wednesday, June 17
9:00 AM–10:15 AM
Doors open at 8:15 AM
Mainstage Theater
Join Fidelma Russo, Executive Vice President & General Manager, Hybrid Cloud & CTO, as she explores the journey to an agentic enterprise, from modernizing data and infrastructure to introducing intelligent operations across hybrid cloud, with practical steps you can take today to start achieving instant value. Add this session to your agenda.
HPE Discover Celebration
HPE Discover Celebration, hosted at Allegiant Stadium
Sponsored by Intel and KIOXIA
Wednesday, June 17, 7:30 PM–10:30 PM
Doors open at 7:30 PM
We’re turning up the heat in Las Vegas for the final night of HPE Discover. Legendary DJ and producer Steve Aoki kicks off the evening with a high-energy set only he can deliver. Imagine Dragons, Grammy Award-winning rock icons, will headline the evening with an explosive performance you won’t want to miss!
Conference credentials required
Your conference badge is required for entry into Allegiant Stadium. This event is for conference registrants only.
Guest passes
Registered HPE Discover attendees (including HPE employees) will each be permitted to purchase ONE guest pass for HPE Discover Celebration for $225. All attendees must be 21 years of age or older to attend HPE Discover Celebration.
Guest pass purchases can be made via two options:
- Online during registration or by returning to the attendee portal.
- On-site at Main Registration, which is located in The Venetian Level 1 Foyer, beginning Wednesday, June 17, at 7:00 AM
Guest passes will be available for pickup at the HPE Discover Registration Desk beginning Wednesday, June 17, starting at 7:00 AM and also at the Allegiant Stadium Box Office beginning at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, June 17. Guest passes WILL NOT be available for purchase at Allegiant Stadium. Only pre-purchased passes can be picked up at the stadium.
Important: Transportation to Allegiant Stadium
Complimentary shuttle service will be provided to and from HPE Discover Celebration. Please see the details below:
Between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM, shuttles will run to Allegiant Stadium from these locations:
- The Venetian Convention and Expo Center, Hall G
- Treasure Island Front Entrance/Tour Lobby
- The Wynn, South Entrance
Between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM, shuttles will return from Allegiant Stadium to the following locations:
- The Venetian Convention and Expo Center, Hall G
- Treasure Island Front Entrance/Tour Lobby
- The Wynn, South Entrance
Please note: Your HPE Discover conference badge or a HPE Discover Celebration Guest Ticket WILL BE REQUIRED to board the shuttle. Those who pick up a Guest Ticket at Allegiant Stadium will be unable to board the shuttle to the Stadium but can use their Guest Ticket to take the shuttle back after HPE Discover Celebration.
Attendees can also take a taxi or rideshare to the stadium, which is located at 3333 Al Davis Way, Las Vegas, NV 89118.
Bag policy
Only clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" and small clutch bags, purses, or wallets that don’t exceed 4.5" x 6.5" x 2" are permitted at HPE Discover Celebration.
Large bags, briefcases, backpacks, and luggage of any kind are strictly prohibited. An exception will be made for necessary medical items, but all such items are subject to inspection prior to entry into Allegiant Stadium. Find more information about the Allegiant Stadium bag policy here.
Bag check
HPE Discover Celebration is providing a complimentary bag check in Parking Lot B. There will be event staff on-site at each of the drop-off points to help direct you to the bag check. Please note that we discourage guests from bringing luggage for safety and security reasons.
Sponsored experiences, logistics
If you were invited to a sponsored experience at HPE Discover Celebration, your host should provide you with a wristband to access the sponsored area as well as directions on how to get there. Please contact your host with any questions.
Please review the full HPE Discover Celebration FAQ here.
Join the conversation on social media
Keep up with #HPEDiscover by following our social media channels and using the hashtag. Share memorable moments, catch the latest happenings during the conference, engage with peers, and stay connected after the conference.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HewlettPackardEnterprise/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hewlett-packard-enterprise
X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/HPE
Instagram: https://instagram.com/HPE
#HPEDiscover
Require assistance?
Should you have any questions, or require further assistance, please contact your HPE Sales Host or the HPE C-Circle 2026 Event Team and we will be happy to help you.
Access the full HPE Discover Las Vegas 2026 experience
After HPE C-Circle 2026 programming ends, you are welcome to explore everything HPE Discover has to offer including customer- and expert-led sessions, hands-on demos in the HPE Discover Showcase and more! Please coordinate with your HPE sales host for additional opportunities.
Visit the HPE Discover Know-Before-You-Go page to learn more about the rest of the HPE Discover conference programming and features including:
- Sessions
- Women in Tech (WIT)
- HPE Discover Celebration
- HPE Discover Showcase
- Network Operations Center Tours
- Networking and 1:1 engagement
- and more