NAGW National Conference 2026
Registration is Open
Registration for the 2026 NAGW Conference is now open! Join government web professionals from across the country for four days of inspiration, innovation, and practical insight along the shores of the Great Lakes.
Whether you are a web developer, content strategist, digital communicator, or technology leader, this is your chance to sharpen your skills, connect with peers, and bring home ideas you can start using right away. Need help making the case to attend? Check out our How to Convince Your Boss guide (Word document).
The 2026 NAGW Conference will be held Oct. 6-9 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Registration Rates
Save more when you register early. Early Bird pricing is available through July 10.
| Attendee Type | Early Bird (by July 10) |
Regular (by Sept. 15) |
Late | Speaker Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Members | $850 | $925 | $1,025 | — |
| Non-Members* | $1,125 | $1,200 | $1,300 | — |
| Speakers | — | — | — | $650 |
* Non-member rate includes a complimentary 1-year NAGW membership (a $225 value). This offer is valid only for new members, defined as individuals who have not held an active NAGW membership since January 1, 2021.
Add-Ons
Bring a guest to enjoy conference meals and/or the Pinnacle Awards. Please note: guest passes do not include access to conference sessions.
| Add-On | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Guest Meals Ticket | $300 | Includes all conference meals for one guest (excluding pre-conference meals), plus entry to the Pinnacle Awards. Guests are not included in conference sessions. |
| Guest Pinnacle Awards Ticket | $100 | Entry to the Pinnacle Awards ceremony only for one guest. |
Pre-Conference Sessions
Pre-conference sessions offer an opportunity for deeper learning on focused topics and are available as a separate purchase. All sessions take place on Tuesday, Oct. 6, followed by the Welcome Reception that evening. Registration is $125 per session for both members and non-members. Morning sessions include a continental breakfast, and afternoon sessions include a boxed lunch. Session topics and registration will be available soon.
| Session | Time | Includes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning Session A | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Breakfast | $125 |
| Morning Session B | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Breakfast | $125 |
| Afternoon Session C | 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Lunch | $125 |
| Afternoon Session D | 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Lunch | $125 |
Meals
Meals are included throughout the conference. Here's what to expect each day.
Pre-conference (Tuesday, Oct. 6): Attendees of a morning session receive breakfast, and afternoon session attendees receive lunch. That evening, all attendees are welcome at the Welcome Reception featuring heavy hors d'oeuvres.
Main conference (Wednesday and Thursday): Breakfast, lunch, and morning and afternoon snacks are included both days. On Thursday evening, dinner is included with the Pinnacle Awards Banquet.
Friday: Breakfast is provided as the conference wraps up by late morning.
Hotel Information
The 2026 NAGW Conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, a modern, full-service hotel in the heart of downtown. When you stay on-site, you are just steps from every session, and have easy access to the city's vibrant restaurants, entertainment, and riverwalk to recharge after a full day of learning and networking.
Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
333 W Kilbourn Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53203
Conference Rate: $140/night
Rate Deadline: Reserve your room by Tuesday, September 15, to receive the group rate.
Check-in: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out: 11:00 a.m.
Consider extending your trip! The hotel rate is available three days before and three days after the conference, subject to standard room availability.
Parking
A city parking garage is located next to the hotel. Daily parking is available for $36/day.
Schedule
A full agenda will be posted as sessions are confirmed. Check back soon!
Pinnacle Awards
The 2026 Pinnacle Awards are open! Now is your chance to recognize outstanding work in government web and digital services. Visit the Pinnacle Awards page for full details and to submit your nomination.
Code of Conduct
NAGW is committed to providing a welcoming, respectful, and harassment-free experience for everyone at the conference. All attendees, speakers, sponsors, and staff are expected to abide by the NAGW Conference Code of Conduct. We encourage you to review it before joining us in Milwaukee.
