Equinox Hotels Global Sleep Symposium 2026

Equinox Hotels presents the third annual Global Sleep Symposium on June 4, an evening dedicated to exploring The Science of Sleep + Performance with leading voices in sleep research and human optimization.

The evening begins with a keynote conversation with Dr. Matthew Walker, a leading authority on sleep science, exploring how sleep influences performance in athletics, the workplace, and creative pursuits. This is followed by an interdisciplinary panel featuring Dr. Eric Potterat, Dr. Kirk Parsley, and Dr. Emily Morse, who discuss sleep’s effects on mental resilience, physical recovery, hormonal health, and relationships.

Guests can engage directly with speakers during the Expert Corner Series, intimate salon-style conversations offering practical insights, before the night concludes with a guided sound bath led by Olu of Grammy-nominated hip-hop duo EarthGang, applying music psychology to promote deep restoration.

Info: Join Dr. Matthew Walker for a keynote conversation on how sleep shapes human performance, influencing focus, decision-making, and creativity both in the workplace and in everyday life.

Info: Hear from Dr, Matthew Walker, Dr. Eric Potterat, Dr. Kirk Parsley, and Dr. Emily Morse for an interdisciplinary discussion on the cutting-edge science of sleep and human performance.

Drawing from neuroscience, chronobiology, physiology, and behavioral psychology, this panel uncovers how sleep governs cognitive function, emotional resilience, hormonal regulation, recovery, and intimate health. Attendees will leave with evidence-based strategies and actionable insights to optimize rest, enhance performance, and fundamentally transform how they approach their days and nights.

Info: Step beyond the main stage and into the Expert Corner Series, an intimate, salon-style experience where guests can engage directly with each speaker. This is your chance to ask questions, dive deeper into their research, and receive personalized insights on optimizing sleep, recovery, and performance.

Info: End the evening with an immersive sound bath led by Olu, Grammy-nominated artist and member of EarthGang. Using immersive live music, rhythm, and layered soundscapes, Olu guides guests through a transformative auditory journey designed to relax the mind, release tension, and elevate energy.

Experience the power of music as medicine, harmonizing body and mind in a deeply restorative, unforgettable way.

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Equinox Hotel New York, 33 Hudson Yards, New York, United States

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