M&A East 2026

M&A East 2026 is a premier middle-market mergers and acquisitions conference organized by ACG Philadelphia. Scheduled for October 20-21, 2026, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, this event brings together over 1,300 dealmakers representing more than $125 billion in capital. Attendees include private equity firms, strategic acquirers, investment banks, lenders, and deal advisors from across North America, all convening for efficient and dynamic networking opportunities.

The conference features a comprehensive agenda designed for maximum efficiency. Key components include speaker sessions offering timely middle-market insights from industry leaders, large spaces for both structured and unstructured meetings, and the DealSource program, which facilitates pre-arranged 20-minute, one-on-one meetings through the ACG Access platform. Additionally, opening and closing receptions provide further networking opportunities, bringing together over 1,000 dealmakers.

Practical details of the event encompass various registration packages tailored to different attendee categories. General Admission includes access to all conference programming, networking breakfasts and lunches, and the opening and closing receptions. Capital Providers and Investment Banks receive additional benefits such as participation in DealSource for one-on-one meeting scheduling, priority access to the Attendee Lounge, and invitations to exclusive events like the PE/IB Opening Lunch. The conference is set to take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, located at 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107.

M&A East 2026 is ideal for professionals seeking to source opportunities, deepen relationships, schedule targeted meetings, or stay ahead of market trends. The event offers unmatched access to the middle-market community in one of the most active dealmaking regions in the country, making it a must-attend for those involved in middle-market M&A activities.