Get ready for SimBuild 2026!

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What Is SimBuild?

From Models to Reality: Bridging Simulation and Operational Performance

SimBuild is the preeminent event for building performance simulation in the US. It provides a forum for sharing and publishing scientific work, announcing breakthroughs in research and software development, informing policymakers, and bridging research and practice. It is a place where building performance simulation practitioners, researchers, and students can network with peers, clients, and employers. IBPSA-USA will host the SimBuild 2026 conference May 20th to 22nd, 2026, in Minneapolis.

Save the Date

Dates:

  • SimBuild: May 20—22, 2026
  • HackSimBuild: May 18—19, 2026
  • Workshops and Tours: May 19, 2026

Key Dates:

  • Paper Abstract Submission Opens: July 2025
  • Presentation Submission Opens: September 2025
  • Registration Opens: November 2025

Come back in July 2025 for updates

SimBuild 2024 convention

Steps away from the Heart of Downtown Minneapolis

Ideally situated near Nicollet Mall and directly connected to the Minneapolis Convention Center via the skyway, Hyatt Regency Minneapolis provides the perfect setting for both business and relaxation. Enjoy easy access to some of the city’s top attractions, including Loring Park, Target Center, the Orpheum Theatre, and a vibrant dining and entertainment scene—all just a short walk away.

Hyatt Regency – Minneapolis, MN

Address: 1300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403

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