Frequently
Asked Questions

.NEXT is the live event for IT, the datacenter, and the hybrid cloud..NEXT is for discovering, sharing, networking, experimenting, and—always—evolving.  .NEXT is your touchstone for security, agility, innovation. Today, and tomorrow. .NEXT is all business. And all technology. All the time.   .NEXT is for executives, IT infrastructure and operations leaders, architects, partners—and you. .NEXT is what’s next.

.NEXT will take place May 9 - 10 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL
2301 S King Dr
Chicago, IL 60616
https://www.mccormickplace.com/

English is the official language of the conference including all general sessions, breakout sessions, and hands-on labs. If a translation services, please contact nextreg@nntxevents.com for more information.

You must be at least 18 years of age to attend the conference, solutions expo and 21 years of age to attend the evening events.

Casual/Business casual is appropriate. Dressing in layers is recommended as the conference center temperature varies throughout.

Should you have any questions or need assistance, please email next2023@ntnxevents.com. You will receive a response within 24hrs.

For the latest COVID-19 information and mandates in Chicago, IL, please visit the cdc.com. This in-person event will follow all safety protocols set forth by Nutanix, the CDC, and/or local safety guidelines to assure everyone’s safety. These requirements are subject to change and the onus is on the attendee to ensure that they comply with any COVID-related restrictions in place.We ask that you please stay home if:

• You are experiencing cold or flu-like symptoms.
• You have been directed to self-isolate or quarantine by a health care provider or public health official. Please follow the CDC guidelines and any relevant travel guidelines.
• You are awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test.

Please monitor your health throughout the conference and stay home if you begin to feel sick. Please contact us if you have questions.

You can visit the registration page for pricing and discount deadlines.

When registering, you may pay by credit card.

Through January 31, 2023 we will offer early bird passes at a cost of $1199. Nutanix Partners and Early Bird pricing will be applied directly in registration, if applicable.

Your full conference registration fee includes the following:

• Welcome reception
• Keynotes
• Breakout sessions (Please note: Some sessions are restricted to Nutanix partners or other select groups of attendees)
  
• Hands-on Labs
• .NEXT Party
• Solutions Expo
• Scheduled meals and refreshments
• Discounted Training Courses + Free Certifications!
  

All registration cancellation requests must be submitted by email to next2023@ntnxevents.com . Cancellations will incur a $75 USD processing fee before Friday, April 14, 2023. After April 14, 2023 there is a 50% refund on the registration fee paid. If you need to cancel your registration, you will be refunded in USD.

If you need to make any edits to your registration, please log back into the registration website or email next2023@ntnxevents.com.

Yes, please note any special dietary requests during the registration process. Vegetarian and gluten-free options will be available at all conference meal functions. For additional restrictions, there will be a designated area at the conference where you can pick up any special meal needs.

There are a few countries that require a visa for entry. We recommend checking in advance with your country's local U.S. consulate for details and requirements.

You will be asked if you require a visa letter during the registration process. You will need to provide the following information:

• Full name on passport
• Date of birth and place of birth
  
• Gender
• Nationality
  
• Passport number, place of issue, date of issue, and date of expiration
  
• Are you a government official
  

If answering 'yes' to the question "Do you need a Visa invitation letter", the required fields will collect information to merge into a Visa letter that attendees will have access to download/print from the confirmation page after payment is made.

No, during the online registration process you will be able to request a hotel based upon your check-in and check-out dates. Reservations must be booked through the registration website In order to receive the contracted group rate. Your credit card information will be required.

You will receive your final hotel confirmation email with your hotel confirmation number in early April, prior to arrival. After you complete your registration, your registration confirmation letter will restate your chosen hotel and hotel dates.

You may book a hotel directly. However, to take advantage of .NEXT discounted room rates, you must make your hotel arrangements through the registration booking process.

There are 2 hotels in the .NEXT block, both are connected to the convention center via skybridge.

We will not offer shuttles to and from the conference due to the close proximity of accommodations.