Where will the 2026 IPS Users Conference take place?
The Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
41000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
When are the dates for the 2026 IPS Users Conference?
Monday, September 21 – Thursday, September 24, 2026.
When does registration open?
- Early Bird: June 1 – June 22
- General: June 23 – July 23
- Late: July 24 – August 7
When does registration close?
Registration closes on August 7. No registrations will be accepted after this date.
What is the registration fee for onsite attendance?
View registration pricing details here.
Where can I submit questions?
Email: UsersConference@ps-idemia.com.
What is the group’s special room rate?
The total room rate is $262.09 per night, including taxes and resort fee.
How do I reserve a room at the hotel?
After completing registration, you’ll receive a confirmation page with a link to book your room within the conference block.
What is the difference between a prepaid registration and a paid in-person registration?
Prepaid registrations (included in maintenance contracts) cover airfare, hotel, transportation, meals, networking events, and access to all sessions and trainings.
Paid in-person registrations (outside the contract) include access to sessions, certificate classes, trainings, meals, and networking events, but do not include airfare or hotel.
Is there a dress code for any of the events?
Business casual is recommended for daytime sessions and classes.
Evening events are smart casual.
The Thursday Banquet Dinner will have a theme announced via email prior to the event.
More details can be found on our Evening Events page.
Is there transportation on travel days?
Yes, a shuttle will run between the venue and airport on Monday, September 21, and Friday, September 25.
Shuttle times will be announced soon.
What meals are included in my conference registration?
- Monday, September 21: Dinner only
- Tuesday–Thursday: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, plus snack breaks throughout the day
Am I allowed to bring a guest, and will that be an additional cost?
Yes, guests are welcome. For pricing details, visit the registration pricing page.
What is the nearest airport?
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), about 10 miles (20–25 minutes) from the venue.
More info can be found on our Hotel and Transportation page.
What dates/times should I schedule my travel?
Plan to arrive Sunday or Monday and depart Friday morning.
- Badge Pickup: Monday, September 21, 1–5 PM
- Welcome Reception: Monday, September 21, 6:30 PM
- Final Event: Banquet Dinner, Thursday evening, September 24
How do prepaid and scholarship attendees arrange for airline travel?
After registration, a travel agency representative will contact you to confirm booking.
How do general attendees arrange airline travel?
General attendees should book flights through their preferred travel service or airline.
How do I register if conference passes are included in my maintenance contract?
Your agency POC should have received an email with a unique registration code for prepaid registrants.
If you did not receive a code or encounter an error, please contact us.
What is the cancellation policy if I need to cancel my registration?
Registrations are transferable but non-refundable.
After August 14, cancellations without a replacement attendee will incur charges for both registration and hotel.
Contact UsersConference@ps-idemia.com for assistance.
Where can I find health and safety information?
IDEMIA is committed to protecting the health and safety of our guests, employees, and presenters.
More information can be found on City of Palm Springs California official COVID-19 website: https://www.palmspringsca.gov/government/covid-19-updates