March 16-18, 2026
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix

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SHOW SCHEDULE

2026 Schedule-at-a-Glance

Monday, March 16

1-5 p.m.

Community Tour

T01 – Sagewood. Capacity: 55. Sold Out. Learn more. All badge types are welcome.  Additional purchase is required.
 

2-4:30 p.m.

Workshop

W01 – An Experiential Approach to Materials Selection. Learn more. All badge types are welcome. Additional purchase is required.
Sponsored by Wolf-Gordon

4:30-6:30 p.m.

Welcome Reception in the Expo Hall

Join us inside the Expo Hall for drinks, hors d’oeuvres while networking, perusing booths, and catching up with your favorite vendors. All badge types are welcome.
Sponsored by: Rock House Designer Brands

5-5:30 p.m.

NEW! The EFA Exchange: Live Sessions in the Expo Hall

Serving Up Success: The Future of Senior Living Dining. Learn more about The Exchange.
All Badges Welcome.

5:45-6:30 p.m.

New Professionals Meet-Up (in The Exchange)

This relaxed, come-and-go gathering is designed for anyone new to EFA or new to the aging and senior living design community, not just early-career attendees. It’s a great way to meet fellow newcomers and find the people you’ll connect with throughout the show. Learn more about The Exchange.
All Badges Welcome.

Tuesday, March 17

7-8 a.m.

Networking Breakfast

All Badges Welcome.

8-9 a.m.

K01 – Welcome & Opening Keynote

Kou do not want to miss the keynote presentation by Cas Holman, The Power of Play How We Can Use Imagination and Curiosity to Change the World. All badge types are welcome.

Sponsored by: Mayer Fabrics

9-9:15 a.m.

Break

9:15-10:15 a.m.

Conference Sessions

Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site.

10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Expo Hall Open

Meet new vendors, connect with current suppliers, and discover new products designed for senior living environments. All badge types are welcome.

 

10:30-11:30 a.m.

EFA Design Showcase Awards

A presentation of industry-leading design excellence. Learn more about The Exchange.
All Badges Welcome.

11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Aging Well in a Purpose-Built Environment

Sponsored by Tarkett
All Badges Welcome.

Noon-1:30 p.m.

Lunch in the Expo Hall

Take a break and enjoy lunch in the Expo Hall. All badge types are welcome.

1:45-2:45 p.m.

EFA Remodel/Renovation Competition

A review of the 2025 winners. Learn more about The Exchange.
All Badges Welcome.

2:45 p.m.

$5,000 Cash Giveaway Announcement

Attendees should return fully stamped game card to EFA magazine booth before the winner is announced in the Expo Hall. Must be present to win.

Sponsored by: Anchor Solutions, Inpro, and Signature Flooring

*Exhibitors and Non-Exhibiting Manufacturers are not eligible for this sweepstakes*

3-4 p.m.

Conference Sessions

Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site.

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Shamrock Social Networking Party

After a full day of EFA, celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style with an evening of light bites, drinks, and connections at Arizona Wilderness in downtown Phoenix — a perfect blend of business and good cheer. All badge types are welcome.

Sponsored by: Model55

Wednesday, March 18

8-9 a.m.

AIA  Breakfast & Program

Open to all Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site.

8:30-9:45 a.m.

Networking Breakfast

All Badges Welcome.

9:45-10:45 a.m.

Conference Sessions

Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site.

10:45-11 a.m.

Break

11 a.m.-Noon

Conference Sessions

Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site.

Noon-1:30 p.m.

Environments for Aging Magazine Awards Luncheon

Join us in celebrating the winners of our annual Design Showcase, Remodel/Renovation Competition, and Design Champions awards programs during this luncheon. All badge types are welcome.

1:45-2:45 p.m.

Conference Sessions

Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site.

2:45-3 p.m.

Break

3 p.m.-4 p.m.

Conference Sessions

Conference, Student, and Educator badge types ONLY. Individual sessions are subject to availability on-site.
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