Have fun & work the room

Nearly 100 events and parties offer you nearly 100 unique opportunities to network, celebrate peers, and meet new collaborators. Featured events are below; check the full schedule for a complete list!

AIA Awards Gala
June 5, 6–9 pm | EV130

Join us for a night with architecture’s stars at the second annual AIA Awards Gala! AIA will be announcing its highly anticipated project-based award winners in an inclusive, red carpet-style celebration. For the second straight year, we’re bringing all award winners—including new AIA Fellows—together for an unforgettable night of recognition, inspiration, and camaraderie.

Your ticket includes admission to the Gala After Party, kicking off at 9 PM.

AIA Awards Gala After Party
June 5, 9–11 pm | EV131

Enjoy an open bar and delicious desserts as you dance the night away and mingle with 2025 AIA award winners and fellows. This after-party is your chance to connect with the brightest minds in architecture and design and keep the celebrations going. Purchase a ticket to the AIA Awards Gala and your After-Party ticket is free!

Boston Society for Architecture Open House
June 6, 5–7 pm | EV221

Sip, connect, and take in stunning waterfront views at the reinauguration of BSA Space—the Boston Society for Architecture’s headquarters and gallery! Explore In Common: Sites of Encounter, a vibrant new exhibit showcasing the inspiring designs of BSA members and the power of shared spaces to shape community.

LGBTQIA+ Happy Hour
June 4, 6–7:30 pm | EV218

Join fellow LGTBQIA+ conference attendees and local LGTBQIA+ architects, designers, and builders for an evening of networking and community. All are welcome!

Women’s Leadership Luncheon
June 6, 12:30–2:30 pm | EV142

Meet women across the building industry at one of our most popular events, the Women’s Leadership Luncheon. You’ll find a unique space where women network with purpose, sharing productive exchanges that could lead to potential mentorship or career opportunities.

AIA College of Fellows Investiture Ceremony
June 5, 2–4pm | EV126

Celebrate the 2025 class of AIA Fellows at the iconic Trinity Church! This memorable, free event connects you to peers doing exceptional, standard-setting work. Fellowship is one of AIA’s highest membership honors, and members are elected through a rigorous process by a jury of their peers.

AIA Annual Business Meeting
June 4, 1–4 pm | EV104

Add your voice to the conversation to shape the future of AIA. This critical annual meeting is the opportunity to hear about AIA programs and updates, participate in delegate voting on amendments to AIA bylaws and resolutions, and hear candidate information for national leadership positions.