The Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2026 is a premier conference for Chief Data and Analytics Officers (CDAOs), heads of AI, and data and analytics leaders. The event will take place on June 16-17, 2026, in Sydney, Australia. The conference is designed to help attendees uncover the latest trends and insights in data management, AI, agentic AI, generative AI, governance, and data architecture to deliver value for the future. The summit will feature over 1,500 data, analytics, and AI leaders, 25+ Gartner experts, and 40+ leading solution providers.

The summit will cover topics such as AI, generative AI, and agentic AI, data and AI governance, data architecture and ecosystems, leadership and organizational structure, and more. Sessions will include practical guidance for building and scaling AI, generative AI, and AI agents, as well as exploring emerging trends and key challenges in data, analytics, and AI. The conference will also feature keynote roundtables, workshops, and interactive sessions, including a Gartner Opening Keynote and a Signature Series: The Future of AI.

The summit is an opportunity to connect with the community and build and diversify your network by meeting forward-thinking CDAOs, heads of AI, data and analytics leaders. The conference will provide tailored guidance from Gartner experts, innovative solutions from leading solution providers, and the chance to maximize your experience with the Gartner Conference Navigator app. The post-conference experience will allow attendees to revisit, share, and implement their takeaways from the conference, access session materials, and establish lasting connections with peers in their network.