# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Forge Summit: Linking the Industrial Heartland to the Irregular Front - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am – Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Forge Summit 2026 (Oct 13-14, NLR) unites AI, cyber & warfare experts to defend the Heartland’s infrastructure & secure the US economy.About this EventThe 2026 Forge Summit will take place on October 13–14 in North Little Rock, Arkansas, under the theme "Linking the Industrial Heartland to the Irregular Front." Convening approximately 300 leaders from academia, industry, startups, critical infrastructure, military, and intelligence, the event aims to build skills and partner for collective defense.Tickets cost $250, including full two-day access, complimentary meals, and happy hour drinks. To ensure open dialogue, the summit enforces Chatham House Rules, requires attendees to be U.S. citizens, and is closed to the press. On-site parking is available, and downtown lodging is recommended.Selected speakers receive free admission. Tiered sponsorship packages range from $2,500 Champion tiers to Presenting sponsorships exceeding $100,000, offering speaker slots, marketing, and student scholarships. Registration is open online at the official Forge Institute website. Interested parties can email their inquiries directly to the summit organizers.Event Rules/SecurityAll attendees must be U.S. CitizensEvent is Closed to the Press/MediaChatham House Rules applyForge reserves the right to deny admittance to anyone for any reason. If we do, your ticket will be refunded. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/events/2026-forge-summit-linking-the-industrial-heartland-to-the-irregular-front/100001989665383723 - **Event Categories**: business, parties, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - Doors Open At: 7:00 AM - Duration: 10 hours - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 268.61, currency: USD ## Event venue details ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Forge Summit: Linking the Industrial Heartland to the Irregular Front - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/edcd2303d66f9d4f3027b63606028004e1df77b2ef084bae0a0e2fd9035bdbd8-rimg-w1200-h600-dc000001-gmir.jpg?v=1779511153 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Forge Summit: Linking the Industrial Heartland to the Irregular Front being held? - **A:** 2026 Forge Summit: Linking the Industrial Heartland to the Irregular Front takes place on Tue, 13 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 am to Wed, 14 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm at . - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Forge Summit: Linking the Industrial Heartland to the Irregular Front? - **A:** 2026 Forge Summit: Linking the Industrial Heartland to the Irregular Front is organized by Forge Institute. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Forge Summit: Linking the Industrial Heartland to the Irregular Front is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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