2026 Annual Conference
Discounted Early Bird Pricing Ends September 30
So Many Reasons To Attend: Earn CEUs, Bragging Rights, & More
Make the 2026 Annual Conference your own! Choose from:
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5 General Sessions on significant industry topics including ethics, consumer trust, automation and reality capture, and emergency planning and recovery.
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20 Breakout Sessions to choose from across Treatment, Distribution, Management, and Operators tracks.
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A two-day Basic Exam Prep Course for Grade 1-2 Water Treatment and Distribution operator certification exams.
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0.4-1.6 CEUs (4-16 Contact Hours) of continuing education available, depending on your registration selection.
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An Exhibit Hall stocked with suppliers, consultants, and resources to help you succeed.
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Daily meals, receptions, and intentional networking opportunities designed to help you grow your professional connections.
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Best of the Best Tap Water Taste Test, Fresh Ideas Poster Contest, and Water Tower Building Contest.
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Opportunities to do some good (while having some fun!) with the Human Sundae Challenge and at Water For People events.
Hotel Rooms: Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center
The Iowa Section has secured a block of discounted hotel rooms at the conference venue with special pricing of $164 (+ tax & fees) per night, available through September 30, or while inventory lasts. Book online or reference the Iowa Section AWWA block (group code G-AMW6) when making reservations by phone.
Sponsor, Exhibit, or Advertise
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to connect with water supply operators, industry representatives, and city officials!
Sponsorship Packages offer the greatest value and most opportunities for recognition. Ala Carte Exhibit Space & Advertisement Opportunities are also available, and don’t miss the chance to promote your business while raising important funds for Water For People.
Want to support the IA-AWWA Annual Conference but have something else in mind? Contact us to discuss.
Registration Options
Conference | Full Registration
Earn up to 10 contact hours/1.0 CEUs with the included:
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Wednesday evening Welcome Reception in the Exhibit Hall
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Thursday Conference educational sessions (Treatment, Distribution, Management, and Operators tracks)
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Thursday Exhibit Hall activities
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Thursday competitions
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Thursday breakfast, lunch, and evening Section Celebration.
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Friday Conference general educational sessions
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Friday breakfast
Conference | Thursday Only
Browse the Exhibit Hall, participate in networking meals and friendly competitions, and choose from educational sessions across Treatment, Distribution, Management, and Operators tracks to earn up to 6 contact hours/0.6 CEUs.
Conference | Friday Only
Enjoy breakfast and networking with colleagues, and participate in general educational sessions to earn up to 4 contact hours/0.4 CEUs.
Exam Prep (Wednesday-Thursday)
This two-day class provides a condensed review in preparation for taking or retaking a Grade 1 or Grade 2 IDNR Water Treatment or Distribution Operator Certification exam. Breakfast, lunch, and an evening reception are included each day, providing participants with opportunities to network with hundreds of conference attendees and to explore the Annual Conference Exhibit Hall. Earn up to 12 contact hours/1.2 CEU.
Exam Prep (Wednesday-Thursday) + Conference Friday
Earn up to 1.6 contact hours/1.6 CEUs with the included Exam Prep & Conference Friday Only registrations.
Registration Rates
Standard Rates below do not reflect these available discounts and incentives:
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Member Discount: IA-AWWA members save $90 on Conference and Exam Prep registrations. Simply enter your member number to apply the discount.
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Early Bird Discount: everyone saves $45 on Conference and Exam Prep registrations through September 30.
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Late Registration Fee: Conference and Exam Prep registration prices after October 18 will include a $50 late fee.
Standard Rates
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Conference Registration Options
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Conference | Full Registration --- $480
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Conference | Thursday-Only --- $390
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Conference | Friday-Only --- $275
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Exam Prep Registration Options
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Exam Prep (Wednesday-Thursday) --- $380
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Exam Prep (Wednesday-Thursday) + Conference Friday --- $480
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- ADD ONS
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Women in Water Luncheon Ticket --- $35
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Guest Meal Tickets
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Extra Welcome Reception Ticket --- $40
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Extra Breakfast & Opening General Session Ticket --- $35
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Extra Lunch & Annual Business Meeting Ticket --- $40
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Extra Section Celebration Ticket --- $50
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Agenda At-A-Glance
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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7:30 AM–8:00 AM | Breakfast (Exam Prep Participants Only)
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8:00 AM–5:00 PM | Basic Exam Prep (Day 1 of 2 -- pre-registration required)
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11:00 AM | Water For People Golf Tournament Fundraiser (separate registration required)
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5:00 PM –7:00 PM | Welcome Reception in the Exhibit Hall
Thursday, October 22, 2026
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7:30 AM–8:00 AM | Breakfast
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8:00 AM–5:00 PM | Basic Exam Prep (Day 2 of 2 -- pre-registration required)
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8:00 AM–9:20 AM| Opening General Session
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9:20 AM–4:15 PM | Exhibit Hall Open
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9:50 AM–11:35 AM | Concurrent Sessions: Water Treatment, Distribution, Operators, & Management Breakouts
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11:35 AM–1:00 PM | Fuller Award & Business Meeting Luncheon
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12:45 PM–1:30 PM | Dessert in the Exhibit Hall + Tap Water Taste Test Panel
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1:30 PM–4:45 PM | Concurrent Sessions: Water Treatment, Distribution, Operators, & Management Breakouts
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5:00 PM–7:30 PM | Section Celebration (donate to help build Human Sundaes for a cause!)
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7:45 PM | YPs & Friends Social
Friday, October 23, 2026
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7:00 AM–8:00 AM | Breakfast & Committee Meetings
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8:00 AM– 12:00 PM | General Educational Sessions
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12:15 PM– 1:45 PM | Women in Water Luncheon (separate ticket required)