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# Connect X 2026 · Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA · Communications Infrastruct | TradeShowIntel

> Connect (X) is a premier communications infrastructure event scheduled for May 4-6, 2026, at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA. I

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# Connect X 2026

Connect (X) is a premier communications infrastructure event scheduled for May 4-6, 2026, at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA. It focuses on 5G, IoT, smart cities, and next-gen networks, featuring over 200 expert speakers, 34+ hours of content, and 238+ sponsors and exhibitors. The event includes conference tracks, networking events, exhibit halls, and special programs like the Connected Spaces Series and Music Movement Charity Concert.
Connect (X) is a premier communications infrastructure event scheduled for May 4-6, 2026, at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA. It focuses on 5G, IoT, smart cities, and next-gen networks, featuring over 200 expert speakers, 34+ hours of content, and 238+ sponsors and exhibitors. The event includes conference tracks, networking events, exhibit halls, and special programs like the Connected Spaces Series and Music Movement Charity Concert.

## Event details

- **Dates:** 4–6 May 2026

- **Location:** Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

- **Venue:** Broward County Convention Center

- **Industry:** Communications Infrastructure

- **Category:** Trade show

## Audience scale

- **Exhibitors:** 238+

- **Attendees:** 3,000+

## Why exhibit
Showcase your brand to over 3000 decision-makers, including 65% director-level and above. Engage with leading carriers, sponsors, and attendees from 17 countries. Benefit from 3 days of programming, networking events, and expanded exhibit space.

## Why visit
Connect with over 200 expert speakers, 238+ exhibitors, and 1100+ companies. Explore the latest in communications infrastructure, smart cities, IoT, and next-gen networks. Participate in curated networking events and earn BICSI credits.

## Exhibitor profile

- Telecommunications Equipment

- Wireless Infrastructure

- IoT Solutions

- Smart City Technology

- Network Software

- Tower and Site Management

- Connectivity Hardware

## Visitor profile

- Carrier Executives

- Network Engineers

- Procurement Managers

- Technology Directors

- Government Officials

- System Integrators

- Venue Owners

## Industries

- Communications Infrastructure

- Wireless

- 5G

- IoT

- Smart Cities

- Networks

## Organisers

- Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA)
