At 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026, the 3DEXPERIENCE Playground offers more than just a look at new technology; it provides a platform for direct engagement with industry leaders and innovators. The 3DEXPERIENCE Theater is a central feature of this experience, hosting inspirational conversations with SOLIDWORKS customers. These 20-minute sessions are designed to deliver a concise yet powerful glimpse into how real-world problems are solved using SOLIDWORKS and the broader portfolio.

The intimate format, with a seating capacity of 150, encourages interaction, allowing the audience to engage with presenters and ask specific questions. This is a unique opportunity to connect with peers and experts, moving beyond theoretical applications to see practical results.

Registration for these specialized sessions will be available in mid-January through the session catalog. Below is a preview of the compelling presentations scheduled for the 3DEXPERIENCE Theater.

Featured 3DEXPERIENCE Theater Sessions

Digital Transformation with 3DEXPERIENCE and DELMIAworks Manufacturing Solutions – February 2nd
Discover how the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and DELMIAworks manufacturing solutions drive digital transformation for streamlined operations and innovation.

Customer Story with NOVOFERM – February 2nd
Discover how NOVOFERM leverages innovative solutions to transform its design and manufacturing processes.

Adversity & Empathy: New Design Standards from CSWE and ASD – February 2nd
The session is anchored by CSWE #0001 Michael Puckett, the Certification pioneer recovering from a debilitating stroke and aphasia. His profound struggle to relearn SOLIDWORKS with physical and cognitive loss proves the critical need for universally accessible design and unconditional empathy. Paired with Nicole Walden, an Autism Spectrum Disorder professional, the session analyzes how acquired and innate neurological differences yield superior organizational efficiency. Nicole’s neurotype provides hyper-detail, factual rigor, and long-term strategic foresight, highlighting how ambiguous communication and intersectional barriers (gender/neurotype) create unnecessary cognitive load and cost. The session provides a framework for superior communication and environmental standards, streamlining workflow, preventing costly errors rooted in ambiguity, and maximizing high-value talent for long-term success.

Building the Dinosaur – February 3rd
Learn how to quiet the noise and let passion drive your next project! This step-by-step design and build showcase features teamwork, determination, and xApps. Join Jason Pohl and the SLUGME team as they share methods on how to convince your friends and co-workers to design and build a full-size fictional dinosaur.

Design with Confidence: SOLIDWORKS Champions Leveraging Multi-disciplinary Simulations for Next-Level Designs – February 3rd
Discover how SOLIDWORKS Champions use multi-disciplinary simulations to elevate designs with confidence and precision.

The AI Powered Bionic Revolution has Already Begun – February 3rd
Discover how PSYONIC is transforming prosthetic technology with innovative design and engineering solutions, making advanced accessibility a reality.

Executive Fireside Chat: An Open Conversation with SOLIDWORKS Executives – February 3rd
Join us for an incredible opportunity to engage with SOLIDWORKS executives in a relaxed and informal setting! This is your chance to dive deeper into the inspiring topics highlighted during the General Sessions or to raise any questions you may have. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect directly with the minds leading SOLIDWORKS. Come share your thoughts, seek insights and be part of an engaging conversation with the executive team!

SOLIDWORKS Top 10 Enhancements List – February 4^th

Every year, SOLIDWORKS users can share their enhancement ideas for SOLIDWORKS products. Then our users can vote on which ones they feel are the best ideas. This year, that tradition continued. Bruce Holway and John Sweeney present the list at 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026.

Secure Your Place

This preview represents only a fraction of the more than twenty sessions available in the 3DEXPERIENCE Theater. Each one offers valuable insights and direct access to the people shaping the future of design and manufacturing.

Register for 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026 today to secure your spot in these focused sessions. Spaces are limited, so plan to secure your spot in these discussions when registration opens in mid-January.

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Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp. offers complete 3D software tools that let you create, simulate, publish, and manage your data. SolidWorks products are easy to learn and use, and work together to help you design products better, faster, and more cost-effectively. The SolidWorks focus on ease-of-use allows more engineers, designers and other technology professionals than ever before to take advantage of 3D in bringing their designs to life.