One unstoppable community. Four unforgettable days.
Immerse yourself in rich content, unlock new breakthroughs, and make lasting connections with your peers. It all starts at Rising—with the most brilliant community out there.
400+ sessions. Zero filler.
Our customer lineup is stacked across every industry. Hear real success stories and explore AI solutions that totally transform how your team works.
There’s nothing quite like Rising.
You have to be there to feel it. The unfettered access to the latest technology. The buzz of the Rising Central floor. The spirit of our community, working as one. There’s only one Workday Rising.
Explore Sana from Workday.
Get your hands on AI agents that drive real results, such as 20% productivity gains or 95% frontline hiring automation. Explore new solutions and bring these outcomes back to your organization.
Be an architect, not an afterthought.
Don’t just react to AI in the workplace—master it. Rising Central is where you get your hands on the latest tools and explore how you can use AI to completely change HR, finance, and IT.
Get a serious network upgrade.
The most valuable thing you'll bring home isn’t a swag bag—it’s the connections you make with the people who have solved the exact challenges you’re facing today.
Walk in a peer. Walk out a Pro.
Bring your A-game and take a discounted Workday Pro Exam right here at the event. It’s your greatest resume builder and the ultimate career flex.
“Having a forum to ask questions and receive direct input from Workday leaders and industry peers meaningfully shapes the decisions we make when we return home.”
—SVP and CHRO, Jabil
Big brands.
Full immersion.
Think you know what to expect from a tech conference? Think again. Explore immersive activations that are anything but business as usual.
Agenda at a glance.
Want to learn how to use agents to get work done? Secure a Workday Pro Certification? Build stronger connections? Or fix that nagging workflow? This is your chance. Our full Rising schedule is available in the Attendee Portal.
Monday, October 12
All Day
Registration
Special Events
Workday Pro Exams
Customer Experience Center Opens
Afternoon
Hands-On Labs
Braindates and Meetings On Demands
Evening
Opening Keynote
Welcome Reception
Tuesday, October 13
All Day
Registration
Special Events
Workday Pro Exams
Braindates and Meetings On Demand
Breakout Sessions
Rising Central (Expo) Opens
Customer Experience Center Opens
Morning
Sunrise Fun Run
Innovation Keynote
Persona Keynotes
Evening
Partner Events
Wednesday, October 14
All Day
Registration
Special Events
Workday Pro Exams
Braindates and Meetings On Demand
Breakout Sessions
Rising Central (Expo) Opens
Customer Experience Center Opens
Morning
Community Keynote
Evening
Customer Appreciation Party
Thursday, October 15
All Day
Workday Pro Exams
Rising Central (Expo) Opens
Customer Experience Center Opens
Afternoon
Hands-On Labs
Braindates and Meetings On Demands
Morning
Registration
Special Events
Breakout Sessions
Braindates and Meetings On Demand
So many more ways to rise.
We have plenty of Workday Rising classics waiting for you. See what’s in store and make this year your best Rising yet.
No egos, just answers.
Braindates connect peers and experts who are already asking and answering the same questions. It’s like group therapy, but with more ROI.
Real stories from real Workday customers.
Learn from the people who’ve been there, done that. Join candid conversations with our customers for insights into their Workday journey.
New here?
You’re in the right place. Get ready to create core memories at your first Workday Rising with curated experiences just for you.
Take time to relax.
We’re bringing back some of your top destinations—Your Comfort Zone, brought to you by La-Z-Boy, the Fun Run, and of course, a fan favorite: therapy dogs.
Say yes to the swag.
We’ve got all sorts of one-of-a-kind Workday items just waiting to be worn. Be sure to visit our store on site to get your hands on the latest drops.
Get ready
to rise.