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Annual Convention

January 27 - 29, 2027

Hyatt Regency Aurora-Denver Conference Center

 

The Colorado Water Congress Annual Convention: a premier event bringing together key players from across the Colorado water industry. The convention serves as a collaborative platform for CWC’s diverse membership body. Expert panels, interactive discussions, and lively networking opportunities keep our members engaged and returning every year.

Attendees will explore the latest developments in water management, conservation, and sustainability, sharing insights to shape Colorado’s water future. With a focus on innovation and problem-solving, the event fosters meaningful dialogue aimed at tackling the state's most pressing water challenges.

2027 Theme: TBD

About the Hotel

For the convenience of attendees, we have negotiated a special price to stay at the Hyatt Regency Aurora-Denver Conference Center for members of our group! In order to ensure as many attendees can stay on-site as possible, you will not receive access to the booking link until you register for the convention. If the room block fills before all attendees book their lodging, we will provide a list of alternatives.

Hotel Amenities:

  • 24/7 Fitness Center
  • Complimentary Shuttle (within 3 miles)
  • Onsite Restaurant & Coffee Shop
  • Non-smoking

If you need to cancel or change your reservation, please reach out to our Operations Manager, Penny Pfeiff (penny@cowatercongress.org). You may be able to transfer your reservation. For a full list of hotel policies, visit the hotel website.

FINAL BOOKING DATE: JANUARY 4, 2027

FINAL DATE TO ALTER RESERVATION: JANUARY 20, 2027

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Registration Types

Members

Early Bird Convention: $675
(Until Dec. 31st)

Convention: $775

Student Convention Registration: $150

Workshop Add-On: $100

Please note: if your membership type includes free registration, please complete registration for each person attending so we may compile an accurate head count.

Virtual

Members: $275

Non-Members: $375

Non-members may only attend virtually. To attend in person, please purchase the appropriate membership in addition to your registration.

Virtual registration includes access to the conference content on-demand. Please allow 2 weeks for editing after the conference.

Press

Members of the press may attend our conference sessions at no cost! If you would like to attend meals and food breaks, a $150 charge applies.

To register as a member of the press, contact Member Services Coordinator Erin Hartlein (erin@cowatercongress.org).

Our volunteer registration is officially full! If you're interested in going on the volunteer wait list, reach out to Member Services Coordinator Erin Hartlein (erin@cowatercongress.org).

 

Please note that our events are members-only with the exception of our volunteer registrations. If you are not a current Colorado Water Congress member when you register to volunteer, staff will make every effort to connect with you after the event to share the various membership opportunities. We look forward to working with you in January!

Conference Agenda

The Annual Convention is our largest event of the year, providing the biggest opportunity to meet with fellow water leaders and discuss tentpole topics in the industry. It's a don't miss event for those who wish to stay informed about water issues in Colorado. The Convention also offers numerous professional development activities.

Topics on the docket for 2027 coming soon!

CLE Credits

CWC offers CLE credits for attending our Annual Convention. Fill out the CLE request form, and once your attendance has been verified, we will send you the instructions to complete the process.

Meet Our Exhibitors

Exhibit at the Convention

If you're a company or organization in the water sector, consider exhibiting at our Annual Convention! Our exhibition area is located in a highly visible area near the Aurora Ballroom. In addition to foot traffic from our members, exhibitors receive recognition throughout the convention itself, and on our website and convention materials.

You must be an active member in good standing of the Colorado Water Congress in order to exhibit at our events. Become a member.

Exhibits Include:

  • One complimentary registration for the convention
  • Six-foot exhibit table in the main hall with two chairs
  • Logo on Water Congress website with link to your website
  • Recognition on the exhibitor wall
  • Exhibitor name on the program
  • Organization logo on digital conference materials
  • Attendee list - Name/Organization

Exhibitor Fee: $875

Update: Exhibitor registrations are full! If you'd like to join the wait list, email Erin Hartlein (erin@cowatercongress.org), Member Services Coordinator.

Thanks to Our Sponsors!

Water Buffalo Sponsors

Diamond Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

Copper Sponsors

Perk Up Partners
(Coffee Sponsors)

Water Champions

Supporting Sponsors

Career Accelerator Sponsors

POND Sponsors

Sponsorship Levels:

  • Water Buffalo: $5,000+
  • Diamond: $4,000
  • Platinum: $3,000
  • Gold: $2,000
  • Silver: $1,750
  • Bronze: $1,000
  • Copper: $750
  • Water Champion: $500
  • Supporting Sponsor: $250
  • POND Sponsorship: $250-$1,000

AUTHORIZATION FOR IMAGE USAGE

I hereby irrevocably grant to Colorado Water Congress ("Organization") the right in perpetuity throughout the world, and in all now known and hereafter existing media, and in any language, to use my name, photograph, picture, video, physical likeness and/or voice for any reasonable purpose, including the Organization’s exhibition, exploitation, distribution, or promotion of the Organization on any media platform that exists now or in the future.

I agree that the foregoing grant includes the right to use my physical likeness in any form, including, without limitation, a photograph, picture, video, artistic rendering, silhouette or other reproduction by photograph, film, tape, or otherwise. By attending the Colorado Water Congress 2026 Annual Convention, you grant permission for the Organization to use your image unless otherwise communicated to the Organization.