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About This Event
<strong>Data Center World SW 2027</strong> (Hyperscale AI Data Center Cooling, Power Grid & Colocation Summit) convenes <strong>5,500+</strong> industry buyers, engineers, and executives at <strong>Phoenix Convention Center (North Building)</strong> in Phoenix, AZ (April 12–15, 2027). Compare walkable Phoenix corridor hotels with live wholesale rates, private steakhouse buyouts, 30-day advance utility cutoffs, and local 3-bid booth & AV suppliers.
Who Attends
5,500+ AttendeesEssential Trip Planning Benchmarks for Data Center World SW
Book walkable or skybridge-connected Phoenix headquarters hotels 60+ days out and pick up badges the afternoon prior to opening day to bypass Day-1 morning registration lines.
Day 1–2 Main Exhibition Hours (9:30 AM – 4:30 PM) & Evening Phoenix Corridor Client Buyout Dinners.
Phoenix Convention Center Self-Parking & Convention Valet: $0 – $20/day (Resort / Facility Schedule) • 7' 0" – 8' 2" garage; surface loading apron for box trucks (3–6 min walk to convention registration foyer).
Federal GSA Benchmark: $198/nt Lodging • $80/day M&IE. Smart business casual with cushioned footwear.
Walkable Convention Hotels, Private Dining Buyouts (3) & Local Suppliers
Select your target exhibit hall below to recalculate door-to-door walking minutes, skybridge or transit connections, and nearby buyout restaurants.
| Hotel Property & Transit Access | Commute to Phoenix Convention Center | Show Rate vs. Off-Peak | Block Status | Room & Block Inquiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Hyatt Regency PhoenixDirectly Across 2nd St from PCC West 60-second walk across 2nd St to PCC West & Symphony Hall. | 1 min | ~$455/nt Off-peak: $189/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown1 Block North of PCC North Building Arizona's largest hotel (1,003 rooms) 120 yards from PCC North registration. | 2 min | ~$475/nt Off-peak: $199/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel3-Min Walk West on Adams St Stylish urban convention hotel with rooftop pool & Dust Cutter saloon buyouts. | 3 min | ~$470/nt Off-peak: $195/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix (CityScape)4-Min Walk + Eden Rooftop Lounge Anchors CityScape dining plaza with open-air rooftop lounge. | 4 min | ~$505/nt Off-peak: $215/nt | Limited (<15%) |
Who Should Attend Data Center World SW (And Who Can Skip It)
- B2B vendors, enterprise software providers, and equipment manufacturers targeting technology & ai buyers.
- Executive field-marketing teams hosting walkable private steakhouse dinners and off-floor deal suites.
- General retail consumers without commercial purchasing authority or industry credentials.
Concurrent Phoenix Conventions
No overlapping mega-conventions exceed 25,000 attendees on the immediate adjacent dates, keeping off-corridor hotel rates and restaurant buyouts accessible.
Live From the Show Floor: Walkthrough Videos & Instagram Feed
Inspect real aisle traffic, booth builds, keynote crowds, and show-floor Reels before booking space or travel.
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Inside a Data Center: Tour of High-Tech Infrastructure Power, Cooling Networking Firewalls & Servers
How Meta's AI Data Centers use Liquid Cooling
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Verified Google Facility Reviews, Attendee Ratings & Exhibitor ROI
Combining authentic Google Maps facility reviews with verified Conventions.com booth-ROI and travel evaluations.
“Submit electrical, dedicated VLAN internet, and rigging before the 30-day advance cutoff at Phoenix Convention Center, and rent 75" 4K monitors plus tension-fabric structures from a local Phoenix EAC supplier to eliminate cross-country LTL drayage.”
“Peak decision-maker aisle traffic hits day 1–2 main exhibition hours (9:30 am – 4:30 pm) & evening phoenix corridor client buyout dinners.. Lock private dining rooms within a 10-minute walk of Phoenix Convention Center at least 45–60 days before opening morning.”
“Book walkable or skybridge-connected Phoenix headquarters hotels 60+ days out and pick up badges the afternoon prior to opening day to bypass Day-1 morning registration lines. Wear broken-in shoes for 525,000+ net sq. ft. (312,500 sq. ft. North Lower Hall) of floor coverage and pre-book evening client meetings near the main concourse.”
“PHOENIX CONVENTION CENTER This is an EXCELLENT VENUE ☆☆☆☆☆ This convention center is HUGE! They provide stars and escalators for each floor. It is exceptionally clean and well-maintained. There are plenty of restrooms throughout the building. We attended the ATA Martial Arts Worlds Championship Tournament. This venue handled the high volume of attendees with easy. The staff are friendly and polite. The ONLY criticism I have is that they charge $6.50 f…”
“I recently visited the Phoenix Convention Center to participate in the 7th World Parkinson Congress (WPC), and I had a great experience here at this venue!! The place is massive, as there are several buildings affiliated with the Phoenix Convention Center. The spaces throughout the buildings are very clean, well-kept, & easy to navigate. The staff that are present here are kind + helpful, too!! Per Visit Phoenix's website, "Inspired by the red-rock walls …”
“I did my first event, Fan Fusion, at the convention center and was really impressed. The building is massive and beautifully done. There are two buildings, or one with a street that runs through it, making it two buildings. It depends on who you ask, lol. There's elevators, escalators, a lower level that is underground, ground level, and three more floors. There's tons of food options in the "North" building and a coffee shop. It's extremely clean on the i…”
“The Phoenix Convention Center is an outstanding venue for the Volleyball Festival. The event is well organized, with hundreds of courts running smoothly and games staying on schedule. It’s exciting to see so many talented teams from across the country competing in one place. The atmosphere is energetic, and the staff and volunteers do a great job keeping everything organized. The tournament attracts hundreds of teams and thousands of athletes each year. De…”
“Nice spacious and clean convention centre. Well air conditioned during the hot summer months. Loved press coffee inside the convention centre & the variety of art pieces throughout.”
Ask Anything About Data Center World SW 2027 Specs, Union Rules, Hotels or Buyouts
Ask specific operational questions — hand-carry monitor limits, electrical & drayage rates, closest walkable hotels, or 30-person VIP dining buyouts.
Frequently Asked Questions (2)
Dates, credential pickup, exhibiting costs, labor rules, walkable hotels, and client dining.
Data Center World SW 2027 takes place April 12–15, 2027 at Phoenix Convention Center (North Building) in Phoenix, AZ, organized by AFCOM / Informa Tech.
Submit electrical, internet, and rigging orders before the 30-day advance deadline to avoid 30%–40% floor penalties, and source 4K monitors, rush print, and turnkey rental booths from local Phoenix suppliers to bypass cross-country LTL drayage.
Data Center World SW Historical Attendance & Booth Space Rate Trends
Year-over-year audited attendance and raw exhibit space rates across recent editions.
| Edition | Attendance | Raw Booth Space Rate | Edition Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 (Upcoming) | 5,500+ Attendees | $38 – $58/sf | Hosted at Phoenix Convention Center (North Building) (Phoenix, AZ) |
Planning Your Own Trade Show or User Conference at Phoenix Convention Center (North, West & South Campus)?
Inspect hall-by-hall capacities (525,000+ net sq. ft. (312,500 sq. ft. North Lower Hall)), right-to-work state rules, headquarters hotel room-block capacities, show decorator RFPs, and 3 corridor buyout venues.