REGISTRATION FOR SOF WEEK 2026 WILL OPEN IN FEB 2026.
Registration Pre-Read
We highly recommend reading the sections below carefully before completing your registration to ensure you have the best experience and the appropriate event access. Please note that all information below is subject to change for the 2026 event.
All badges must be printed at an official SOF Week Registration location; the complete list of locations and hours is available here.
For security reasons, bulk badge pick-up is not permitted, and registrants may not print or collect badges on behalf of others. All SOF Week 2025 attendees, including exhibitor POCs retrieving booth staff/team badges, must present a government-issued ID or passport to receive their badge. Arrangements have been made for several pre-event pick-up locations, including MacDill AFB, Tampa International Airport, and the Tampa Convention Center.
Note: If you lose or misplace your badge, the first reprint is free. Additional reprints must be obtained from the TCC registration desk at a cost of $25 per badge. A valid ID is required for reprints.
Please note the following times are for General Attendees; the following guidance is not applicable for exhibitors, sponsors, or GSOF Corporate Partners.
- For information regarding Exhibitor Access times, please visit the Exhibitor Resource Page here.
- For information regarding special access times for any other groups, please contact sofweek@gsof.org.
Access to Exhibition Halls:
- Monday, 5 May: The Exhibition Halls are closed to attendees on Monday
- Registration will be available – see options here
- Conference Programming will begin – see Agenda At-A-Glance here
- Tuesday, 6 May: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday, 7 May: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday, 8 May: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Access to Tampa Convention Center Hospitality Suites:
- Monday, 5 May: The Hospitality Suites are closed to attendees on Monday
- Tuesday, 6 May: 08:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Wednesday, 7 May: 08:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Thursday, 8 May: 08:00 am – 3:00 pm
Access to Conference Sessions:
- See the Conference Agenda to see the times and locations for all conference sessions.
- Conference sessions are ONLY open to those with a Full Conference and Exhibition pass.
If so, you will complete the Registration process from within the Exhibitor Resource Center. Please search your inbox for this email to access the Exhibitor Resource Center:
- Subject Line: SOF Week 2025 – Exhibitor Registration Information
- Sender: noreply@sofweek.org
You will have the ability to register your staff with your allotment of free passes, as well as any additional paid passes you would like to include.
You must use the Exhibitor Resource Center to register booth personnel who need early access to the Exhibition Hall!
- Exhibitor Move-in Schedule: For the Tampa Convention Center and JW Marriott targeted move-in dates and times, visit your Exhibitor Resource Center or the Exhibitor Resources webpage here.
- Exhibitor Access Hours: Tue – Wed: 8AM – 6PM / Thu: 8 AM – 4PM
- General Access Hours: Tue – Wed: 10AM – 5PM / Thu: 10AM – 3PM
Questions? Contact: SOF.ES@clarionevents.com
If so, you will be sent communications with your promo code to register for SOF Week using your allotment of free passes. Please note these codes expire on 1 MAY.
If you have questions about your free entries or your organization’s code, please contact: gsofpartnerrelations@gsof.org.
Registration Pricing
Please ensure that you carefully review the information below before starting the registration process!
Your badge color will determine your access to SOF Week venues and events.
*Due to insurance restrictions, attendees must be over 18 years old.
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Active Duty Military | USSOCOM Enterprise | Government Civilians | Industry | Academia / Non-Profit | Media | Welcome Reception | USSOCOM Annual Awards Ceremony & Dinner | Badge Matrix
Active Duty Military | Armed Forces
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| Military – Conference & Exhibition | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary |
Access Hours: This registration type will have access to the General Attendee Access Hours shown in the Pre-Read above.
USSOCOM Enterprise Personnel | USSOCOM Government Civilian
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| USSOCOM Enterprise Personnel | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary |
Access Hours: This registration type will have access to the General Attendee Access Hours shown in the Pre-Read above. If you are an Exhibitor and you require early access hours, please be sure to register through the Exhibitor Resource Center.
If you need access to the Exhibit Hall to set up your booth, you must register as an Exhibitor. You will complete the Registration process from within the Exhibitor Resource Center. Please search your inbox for this email to access the Exhibitor Resource Center:
Email Subject Line: SOF Week 2025 – Exhibitor Registration Information
Sender: noreply@sofweek.org
U.S. and Partner Nation Government | Public Sector
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| Government – Conference & Exhibition | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| Government Spouse / Dependent – Conference & Exhibition | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary |
U.S. and Partner Nation Active Duty Military Service Member Spouse / Dependent: One spouse or dependent of an attendee qualifying for the U.S. or Partner Nation Active Duty Service Member badge type is welcome to register complimentary. Due to insurance restrictions, dependents must be over 18 years old and show proof of ID. The spouse or dependent can only register under this badge type if the spouse or dependent is active duty military AND is also attending SOF Week.
Access Hours: This registration type will have access to the General Attendee Access Hours shown in the Pre-Read above.
Industry
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| Industry – Exhibition Only | $160.00 | $185.00 | $240.00 |
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| Industry – Conference & Exhibition | $630.00 | $685.00 | $790.00 |
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| Industry, Small Business – Conference & Exhibition | $525.00 | $580.00 | $685.00 |
Access Hours: This registration type will have access to the General Attendee Access Hours shown in the Pre-Read above. If you are an Exhibitor and you require early access hours, please be sure to register through the Exhibitor Resource Center.
If you need access to the Exhibit Hall to set up your booth, you must register as an Exhibitor. You will complete the Registration process from within the Exhibitor Resource Center. Please search your inbox for this email to access the Exhibitor Resource Center:
Email Subject Line: SOF Week 2025 – Exhibitor Registration Information
Sender: noreply@sofweek.org
Academia | Non-Profit
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| Academia and Non-Profit – Exhibition Only | $160.00 | $185.00 | $240.00 |
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| Academia and Non-Profit – Conference & Exhibition | $410.00 | $475.00 | $555.00 |
Non-Profit: Only attendees primarily employed by a non-profit organization may use this badge type. You must use your non-profit employer’s email address for verification.
Access Hours: This registration type will have access to the General Attendee Access Hours shown in the Pre-Read above. If you are an Exhibitor and you require early access hours, please be sure to register through the Exhibitor Resource Center.
If you need access to the Exhibit Hall to set up your booth, you must register as an Exhibitor. You will complete the Registration process from within the Exhibitor Resource Center. Please search your inbox for this email to access the Exhibitor Resource Center:
Email Subject Line: SOF Week 2025 – Exhibitor Registration Information
Sender: noreply@sofweek.org
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| Full Time Student – Conference & Exhibition | $105.00 | $105.00 | $105.00 |
Access Hours: This registration (over 18 years old) type will have access to the General Attendee Access Hours shown in the Pre-Read above. Students under the age of 18 may only receive access to the campus via an approved escort. For more information, please reach out to sofweek@gsof.org.
Media
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5-8 MAY) |
| Media – Conference & Exhibition | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary |
Access Hours: This registration type will have access to the General Attendee Access Hours shown in the Pre-Read above. Please note that some sessions of the Conference may be Closed to the Media.
SOF Week Welcome Reception
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5 MAY) |
| Military / Government | $25 | $25 | $25 |
| Global SOF Lifetime Members | $55 | $55 | $55 |
| Global SOF Members and Corporate Partners | $65 | $65 | $65 |
| All Other Attendees | $85 | $85 | $85 |
If you choose not to register in advance, you may encounter a long waiting period. This includes Spouses and guests of registered Attendees for the SOF Week Welcome Reception.
SOF Week Welcome Reception Add-On: If you are registering for SOF Week, the Welcome Reception will be available as an Add-On to your ticket during the registration process. It can be added later through your Registration Portal, if needed.
SOF Week Welcome Reception ONLY: If you or a guest will ONLY register for evening events, such as the SOF Week Welcome Reception, select “Evening Events Only“. These badges will have a Yellow outline.
USSOCOM Annual Awards Ceremony & Dinner
| Ticket Type | Early Bird (Until 31 MAR) | Regular (1 APR – 4 MAY) | Last Chance (5 MAY) |
| All Ticket Types | $125 | $125 | $125 |
USSOCOM Annual Awards Ceremony & Dinner ONLY: If you or a guest will ONLY register for this event, choose “Evening Events Only” and choose the USSOCOM Awards Ceremony and Dinner. This is also how guests need to register.
Badge Matrix
