World Architecture Festival 2026

World Architecture Festival 2026 brings the global architecture and design community to Fort Lauderdale for three days of awards, live presentations, talks, networking, and project showcases. 

The festival gathers architects, designers, developers, educators, and industry leaders to explore current directions in architecture and the built environment, with the 2026 edition taking place at the Broward County Convention Center. 

WAF is centered around its international awards program and live-judged presentations, offering attendees direct insight into leading projects, practices, and ideas shaping architecture worldwide. 

The official WAF site confirms the 2026 festival dates as November 18–20, 2026. 

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