DALI Alliance to host 3rd Annual DALI North America Summit in Dallas, co-located with ArchLIGHT Summit

The DALI Alliance announces that its 3rd Annual DALI North America Summit will take place 16th and 17th September in Dallas, Texas, alongside ArchLIGHT Summit, the commercial and architectural lighting event held 15th and 16t September at Dallas Market Center.

The DALI Summit brings together lighting designers, manufacturers, integrators, and technology providers to explore the latest developments in standardized lighting control and smart building integration. The event continues to grow as a key forum for advancing interoperability, data-driven lighting, and the role of lighting within connected building systems.

For the first time, the DALI Summit will expand to a two-day format. The program will begin on 16th September, creating crossover opportunities for ArchLIGHT Summit attendees in the design and specification community, followed by a dedicated second day on 17th September focused on DALI technology, implementation, and technical training with a focus on manufacturers. This expanded structure reflects the increasing alignment between lighting design and lighting control, and the growing demand for deeper technical engagement across the industry.

ArchLIGHT Summit brings together lighting designers, architects, interior designers, engineers, and specifiers for education, product discovery, and collaboration across the architectural lighting community. Its co-location with the DALI Summit creates a unique environment where design intent and lighting control implementation can be explored together, reflecting the increasing convergence of design and technology in modern projects. For more information, visit www.ArchLIGHTSummit.com.

“The DALI North America Summit continues to evolve as a central meeting point for the DALI ecosystem,” said Paul Drosihn, General Manager of the DALI Alliance. “Since its inception, we have sought to partner WITH an established industry event. Hosting the 2026 DALI Summit at Dallas Market Center with ArchLIGHT Summit provides access to a leading venue, strong event infrastructure, alongside a premier event for the architectural lighting community. This creates a more seamless experience for attendees, connecting design and technology with a focus on practical, real-world implementation.”

“ArchLIGHT Summit has become a key platform for the commercial and architectural lighting community,” said Cindy Morris, President and CEO of Dallas Market Center. “Co-locating the DALI Summit expands the focus beyond design to include lighting control, interoperability, and connected building systems, giving attendees a more complete and practical view of how lighting systems are specified, implemented, and delivered.”

Attendees of the DALI Summit will gain insight into emerging trends including wireless and IP-based control, standardized data and analytics, and the integration of lighting into broader building systems. The event will also provide opportunities for hands-on learning, technical training, and direct engagement with industry experts.

Registration details and program information will be announced in the coming months. For more information, visit www.dali-alliance.org.