Forum 2026 is our premier annual client conference designed for financial services, commerce and payments leaders. 

The conference takes place Monday, August 17 through Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas.

The event attracts a diverse group of attendees, including:

• Financial institutions such as banks and credit unions of all sizes
• Large merchants, eCommerce professionals and corporate clients
• Consumer billers, fintech providers and service partners 

Registration pricing is as follows:

• On or before April 30th: $1,695
• May 1 – June 30: $1,995
• July 1 – August 14: $2,295
• Onsite registration: $3,000

Your registration includes access to all Forum sessions, meal functions and evening receptions. 

Yes, guest passes are available for $895 per person, which covers all meal functions, evening receptions and the Client Appreciation Experience (featuring headline entertainment). Please note that all guests must be 21 years or older. 

Locate the confirmation email you received upon registering. Using the registration link and your unique code, you can make changes. After Thursday, July 16, any adjustments require contacting us at forumregistration@bcdme.com. 

• Cancellations on or before July 16 are fully refundable.
• Cancellations after July 16 are nonrefundable.

Submit cancellation requests to forumregistration@bcdme.com. 

During registration, you'll have the option to reserve a room at The Venetian at a special conference rate of $261 per night (plus tax). A valid credit card is required to guarantee your reservation, and the cardholder’s name must match the reservation. 

Extended stay requests can be made during registration. Availability for additional nights is subject to confirmation by the hotel. Updates will be sent to you via email once finalized. Room reservations made after Thursday, July 16 are not guaranteed at the special conference rate. For adjustments, please contact us at forumregistration@bcdme.com. 

When booking your room during registration, you can specify preferences such as smoking/non-smoking rooms or bed type. While The Venetian will do its best to accommodate these requests, they cannot guarantee availability. 

Harry Reid International Airport offers several affordable options to reach The Venetian. Taxis or rideshares typically cost less than $40. Visit the airport's Taxi & Ride Share page for more details. 

• Overnight Guests: Inform the hotel’s front desk upon check-in that you are part of Forum. Your key card will provide in-and-out self-parking access.
• Day Guests: Pick up a parking validation pass at the Forum 2026 registration desk. A new pass is needed for each day of attendance.

Please note that validation applies to self-parking only in designated areas of The Venetian or Palazzo garages.

Arrive on Monday, August 17 to check in and get settled before our Welcome Reception that evening. We’ll have full days and evenings Tuesday and Wednesday, so plan to depart at your leisure on Thursday, August 20.

Business casual attire is appropriate for all sessions. Evening events are more casual. Keep in mind that the conference center is air-conditioned, so you may want to bring a light jacket or sweater. 

For both security and access, attendees and their registered guests are required to wear official conference name badges at all events. 

Your badge grants access to all conference activities. If misplaced, you will be charged the full registration fee of $2,295 for a badge reprint. 

Yes, registered guests are welcome to join. Guest passes ($895 per person) include access to meal functions, receptions, and the Client Appreciation Experience. All guests must be at least 21 years old. 

Yes, presentations will be made available on the conference attendee website following the event. 

For any questions regarding registration, cancellations, or additional details, feel free to reach out to us at forumregistration@bcdme.com. The team is available Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT to assist you.