PTC’27 / 17 – 20 January 2026
What's New?
New for 2027
New events and initiatives
PTC NextWave
A new, highly selective program bringing a curated cohort of emerging digital infrastructure companies directly into the PTC’27 community, connecting founders with operators, investors, and infrastructure leaders.
Eight companies join the inaugural cohort, with four selected as Barstool Pitch finalists.
PTC Live
A new anchor desk featuring fast-paced discussions with PTC’27 speakers and industry leaders, alongside spontaneous conversations with attendees. Livestreamed throughout the venue and available on the PTC’27 mobile app.
Airing from the gazebo between the Tapa Bar and the main lobby of the Hilton Hawaiian Village.
Nomad Ho‘ohui Invitational
A charity golf tournament and networking experience, 15-16 January 2027 at Kapolei Golf Club. PTC Members are eligible for a 15% discount.
Kai, PTC’s AI agent
Your go-to resource for finding information throughout PTC’27, on the PTC website and in the mobile app. Named for the Hawaiian word for ocean, and powered by a sea of knowledge.
NFL Playoffs at PTC’27
On Sunday, 17 January, PTC takes over the Tapa Bar for a day of connections, conversations, and NFL Playoff action.
Getting around
New spaces and location updates
Important Location Update
Ali’i Tower renovations
The Ali’i Tower will be undergoing renovations and will be closed, including Tropics Bar & Restaurant. Several PTC’27 activities have been relocated to other areas of the resort. Please check the PTC’27 schedule and event details for the most up-to-date locations.
New
Rooftop Terrace →
Additional meeting tables and exclusive lounges can now be reserved on the Rooftop Terrace, accessible from the 7th floor of the Mid-Pacific Conference Center.
New
Finance Breakfast →
A new networking opportunity for finance professionals. Monday 18 January, 7:00 to 8:30 AM, Lanikai Lounge.
Expanded
Tapa Bar Tables →
Now reservable for Sunday as well. Tables are booked through PTC’27 Registration and no longer through Hilton Hawaiian Village.
Expanded
Tapa Meeting Suites →
Tapa service elevators are now available for attendee use to reach the meeting suites, in addition to the guest elevators.
Renamed
Next Gen Welcome Reception →
Formerly the Zellennials Welcome Reception. Now in the Lanikai Lounge, Kalia Tower.
Moved
Subsea Cable Workshop →
Sunday 17 January, now in Tapa 1 on the 2nd floor of Tapa Tower.
Moved
Lightning Talks →
Now in Coral 2 on the 6th floor of the Mid-Pacific Conference Center, no longer within the HUB.
Moved
Lawyers Luncheon →
Now in the Lanikai Lounge, Kalia Tower.
Moved
PTC Women’s Reception →
Moved from the Aliʻi Pool to the Kalia Pool on the 4th floor of Kalia Tower.
Moved
PTC Members’ Lounge →
Relocated to the Luana Lounge, Rainbow Tower 1st floor, adjacent to Bali Restaurant.
Moved
Speaker Lounge and Registration →
Now located in Nautilus 2.
Moved
UBER and LYFT Ride Share →
The designated Uber and Lyft pick-up area at Hilton Hawaiian Village has moved from Diamond Head Tower Porte Cochère to the Bus Terminal at The Grand Islander.
Not returning
Program Participants Breakfast →
There will not be a Program Participants Breakfast at PTC’27. The Research Participants Breakfast still takes place.
More updates may be added as PTC’27 planning continues. Check back for the latest information, and review the PTC’27 schedule and mobile app before arriving in Honolulu.
