Experiences

Connect and unwind.

IMPACT goes way beyond the sessions. Scope out all the ways you can recharge, the places to make new connections, and the fun we have planned to celebrate you and this amazing community, from The Exchange to after the closing bell.

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Welcome Reception

Where it all begins.

Tuesday, October 27 | 5:45 p.m.–6:45 p.m.

Territory Dinners

Take a bite of Boston.

Tuesday, October 27 | 6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

Two women attendees smiling and tossing a ball in The Exchange at IMPACT 2025.

The Exchange

The center of the action.

Tuesday, October 27 | 4:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Wednesday, October 28 | 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

A pickleball paddle and balls resting on an outdoor court.

Pickleball

Pick up a paddle with a pro.

Wednesday, October 28 | Various session times available
Thursday, October 29 | Various session times available

Two attendees sharing a laugh at IMPACT 2025.

Cocktails & Connections

Each day deserves cheers.

Wednesday, October 28 | 5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 3:45 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Educational experiences

IMPACT beyond the sessions.

Extend your learning beyond the convention center with some experiences that are uniquely Boston. Each one serves up a little education and a lot of local character.

Space is limited, so sign up early.

Brick exterior of Fenway Park with championship banners hanging along the facade.

Fenway Park Tour

Step inside “America’s Most Beloved Ballpark.”

Wednesday, October 28 | 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Downtown Boston skyline in autumn at dusk.

Freedom Trail Tour

Stroll through independence.

Wednesday, October 28 | 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.

Brick buildings along a cobblestone street in historic Boston.

Historic Pub Crawl

Toast to the Revolution.

Wednesday, October 28 | 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

Final Night Event

So much to celebrate.

Celebrate independence in an electric atmosphere at MGM Music Hall at Fenway. Take it all in, let loose, and close out IMPACT with a Boston-style send-off.

This event is for IMPACT conference attendees only. You must be 21 or older.

Multi-platinum and Grammy Award–winning Zac Brown Band performing onstage.

Music

Zac Brown Band brings the energy.

Multi-platinum and Grammy Award–winning Zac Brown Band

Evening exterior view of MGM Music Hall Fenway.

Venue

A send-off steps from Fenway.

Crowd with raised arms beneath stage lights at a concert.

Local Flavors

The night is yours.

Session Catalog

Explore it all.

Find just the right balance of education, recreation, and connection. Explore the full session catalog now.

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Two smiling attendees seated together in The Exchange at IMPACT 2025.

Welcome Reception

Where it all begins.

Tuesday, October 27 | 5:45 p.m.–6:45 p.m.

Kick off your conference the right way. Join us at the Welcome Reception in The Exchange for a toast and a moment to reconnect with Schwab and other advisors.

Territory Dinners

Take a bite of Boston.

Tuesday, October 27 | 6:45 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

Set the tone for a great event at the opening night Territory Dinners. Discover some of Boston’s best dishes!

The Exchange

The center of the action.

Tuesday, October 27 | 4:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
Wednesday, October 28 | 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

The energy never stops in The Exchange, the hub of exhibitors, socializing, and Schwab Center, the one-stop spot for all things Schwab. It’s an ideal place to make a connection, take a breather, learn something new, or visit sponsors’ booths to get up to speed on all the latest products and services.

Pickleball

Pick up a paddle with a pro.

Wednesday, October 28 | Various session times available
Thursday, October 29 | Various session times available

Ready to rally? Throughout IMPACT, attendees can take part in pickleball sessions with experienced pros. Pick up tips, test your skills, or enjoy some time on the court, whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game.

Be sure to reserve your spot on October 6 in Schedule Builder, as space is limited. Athletic shoes are recommended.

Cocktails & Connections

Each day deserves cheers.

Wednesday, October 28 | 5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 3:45 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Shift into after-hours networking with a daily opportunity to connect in The Exchange and keep the conversations going. Grab a coffee or a cocktail and connect with an old friend. Or make a new one!

Fenway Park Tour

Step inside “America’s Most Beloved Ballpark.”

Wednesday, October 28 | 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

Since 1912, fans have flocked to Fenway Park, right in the heart of Boston. Take in the view atop the fabled 37-foot Green Monster and walk the hallowed halls where countless Red Sox legends made history in this expert-guided tour.

Freedom Trail Tour

Stroll through independence.

Wednesday, October 28 | 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.

Take a guided walk along the Freedom Trail, from Boston Common and the Massachusetts State House to the Old State House and Faneuil Hall. Along the way, hear stories of the American Revolution and the often-untold histories of the people who shaped Boston and the United States.

Historic Pub Crawl

Toast to the Revolution.

Wednesday, October 28 | 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 29 | 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

Share a pint as the Freedom Trail Players bring the eighteenth-century tavern back to life. Discover how early Bostonians found their voice, and toast the common folk who plotted the fate of a certain shipment of British tea.

Music

Zac Brown Band brings the energy.

Multi-platinum and Grammy Award–winning Zac Brown Band

Zac Brown Band is a multi-platinum, Grammy Award–winning southern rock group led by front man Zac Brown. Throughout a career spanning more than a decade, Zac Brown Band has had six consecutive albums reach the top 10 of the Billboard 200 and five consecutive albums debut at No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Albums chart. The group has won three Grammys, including Best New Artist in 2010; sold more than 30.5 million singles and 9.3 million albums; amassed over 11.2 billion catalog streams; achieved 16 No. 1 radio singles; and is the second act to top both the country and active rock formats.

Zac Brown Band has headlined nine North American tours and currently holds the record for most consecutive sold-out shows at Boston’s iconic Fenway Park. Symbolic of their massive success at the ballpark, in 2022 Zac Brown Band was inducted into the Fenway Music Hall of Fame, joining icons Paul McCartney and Billy Joel.

Since their debut, Zac Brown Band has developed a reputation with critics and fans alike as dynamic live performers, marked by strong musicianship that defies genre boundaries.

Venue

A send-off steps from Fenway.

Close out IMPACT at MGM Music Hall at Fenway, a new landmark venue right beside “America’s Most Beloved Ballpark.” Big-stage sound, an electric room, and one last night to celebrate you and everything this community has accomplished.

Local Flavors

The night is yours.

From Boston Common to North End to Fenway, refuel for the finale with neighborhood flavors picked to pair with a night of live music. Grab a bite, catch the DJ on the rooftop, hang in one of the lounges, or dance the night away.

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