REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Co-presented by the Michigan Section – American Water Works Association (MI-AWWA) and the Michigan Water Environment Association (MWEA), Joint Expo & Operator Days will take place on February 10 and 11, 2026 at the Lansing Center in Lansing, Michigan. This is the premier conference in the Midwest, offering training for operators and managers and up to 150 exhibitors offering products and services for water and wastewater utilities.
Tuesday, February 10 Expo Hall Hours: 9:30am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, February 11 Expo Hall Hours: 8:30am - 2:00pm
View the Final Operator Days Agenda Here
OR
looking to WALK the Exhibit Floor only?
Click here for pricing, registration links and more for attendees!
VOLUNTEERS!
Are you interested in VOLUNTEERING at Joint Expo and Operator Days 2026?
Please sign up using this survey monkey link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZJJS6ZZ
Tuesday, February 10 Expo Hall Hours: 9:30am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, February 11 Expo Hall Hours: 8:30am - 2:00pm
View the Final Operator Days Agenda Here
ATTENDEES!
Are you an operator or industry professional ATTENDING the Operator Days trainingOR
looking to WALK the Exhibit Floor only?
Click here for pricing, registration links and more for attendees!
Career Round Table Participants
Visit the MI-AWWA page for registration and more information!EXHIBITORS!
Exhibiting? Booths are sold out – join the waiting list here.
Already have a booth? Register your staff here to work the booth
VOLUNTEERS!
Are you interested in VOLUNTEERING at Joint Expo and Operator Days 2026?
Please sign up using this survey monkey link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZJJS6ZZ
LODGING INFO
Please note lodging is NOT included in attendee or exhibitor registration. If overnight accommodations are needed, you are responsible for your reservation and payment. Below are some options we have arranged a room block at. There are other Lansing-area hotels available. Go to the Visit Lansing site for more information.
The Courtyard by Marriott Downtown has rooms available at $164 plus taxes and fees per night for reservations on or before January 19, 2026. The hotel is a short walk or drive to the Lansing Center. You must identify yourself as a member for 2026 Joint Expo to receive the rate.
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Area Reservation Link
600 E. Michigan, Lansing 48912 | (888) 236-2427 | (517) 367-6677
The DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing has rooms available $149 before taxes and fees per night for registrations made on or before January 19, 2026. This hotel is connected to the Lansing Center by pedway. Reservation code is "YGV"
DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing Area Reservation Link
111 N Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933 | (833) 904-2206
NOTE: Please be aware that a third-party travel company has reached out to some exhibitors offering to make hotel reservations for the event. This company is not affiliated with or sanctioned by MI-AWWA or MWEA. The room rates being offered are higher than the official conference rates we have secured. We strongly encourage exhibitors to book accommodations only through the official hotel booking links provided by MI-AWWA/MWEA to ensure the best rates and to avoid potential issues.
The Courtyard by Marriott Downtown has rooms available at $164 plus taxes and fees per night for reservations on or before January 19, 2026. The hotel is a short walk or drive to the Lansing Center. You must identify yourself as a member for 2026 Joint Expo to receive the rate.
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Area Reservation Link
600 E. Michigan, Lansing 48912 | (888) 236-2427 | (517) 367-6677
The DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing has rooms available $149 before taxes and fees per night for registrations made on or before January 19, 2026. This hotel is connected to the Lansing Center by pedway. Reservation code is "YGV"
DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing Area Reservation Link
111 N Grand Ave, Lansing, MI 48933 | (833) 904-2206
NOTE: Please be aware that a third-party travel company has reached out to some exhibitors offering to make hotel reservations for the event. This company is not affiliated with or sanctioned by MI-AWWA or MWEA. The room rates being offered are higher than the official conference rates we have secured. We strongly encourage exhibitors to book accommodations only through the official hotel booking links provided by MI-AWWA/MWEA to ensure the best rates and to avoid potential issues.