2026 Spring Joint Regional Conference & Exhibition
EVENT DETAILS:
April 1, 2026 8:00 am
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April 2, 2026 3:30 pm
Worcester DCU Center, Worcester, MA
NEWWA is excited to welcome our 3,000+ attendees and 230+ vendors back to Worcester for New England's Largest Water Event, the 2025 Spring Joint Regional Conference & Exhibition at the Worcester DCU Center, April 1-2, 2026.
Exhibition Opportunities
Join water works professionals from across New England for networking, recognition, and most importantly – FUN! Exhibit space sells out each year, so be sure to secure your space early. Visit our Exhibitor Information page or contact Katelyn Todesco with questions.
Networking Opportunities & Competitions
Looking to connect with other like-minded water works professionals? Here’s a few things we’ve got on the schedule: Concurrent Technical Sessions for TCH credit, Complimentary Networking Reception, Exhibit hall with 230+ exhibit booths and vendors, NEWWA/NEWEA Young Professional/New Member Networking Event, Student Presentation Session with Q&A. To learn more, check out the event schedule.
Call For Papers
Abstracts for the “Fresh Ideas” Student Poster Session, April 1, 2026, at the 2026 NEWWA Spring Conference, are now being accepted. The NEWWA Spring Conference offers an excellent opportunity for students to explore the water profession in New England, showcase their experience, and network with potential employers. Abstracts are solicited from students (undergraduate and graduate) on topics directly related to the water profession. Abstracts must be submitted no later than March 9, 2026. Click below for the full details.
Hotel Information
Room Blocks are Now Open for 2026
The below rates are subject to state sales and occupancy, which currently is a combined total of 14.45% per room per night, subject to change. We encourage you to make reservations early to ensure group rate and availability. Each year these hotels sell out months in advance of the event.
Hilton Garden Inn – 35 Major Taylor Blvd, Worcester, MA 01608
$184.00 per room, per night, single or double occupancy. Overnight self parking is $14.95. Make reservations through the Hilton Garden Inn at (508) 753-5700 by March 9, 2026, and mention New England Water Works Association. Group code is NEWAT.
Hampton Inn & Suites Worcester – 65 Prescott St, Worcester, MA, 01605
$219.00 per room, per night, single or double occupancy. Overnight self parking is $15.00 per night, subject to change. Make reservations through the Hampton Inn & Suites at (508) 886-9005 by March 1, 2026, and mention New England Water Works Association.
Homewood Suites by Hilton – 1 Washington Square, Worcester, MA 01604
0.5 miles from the Convention Center
$209.00 per night in urban studio or king studio. Rate includes hot breakfast. Free parking. Make reservations (508) 755-1234 by March 6, 2026, and mention New England Water Works Association.
Courtyard Marriott – 72 Grove Street, Worcester, MA 01605
0.8 miles from the Convention Center
$215.00 per night with one king bed or two queen beds. Overnight self-parking is $15 per night, subject to change. Make reservations at (508) 363-0300 by March 1, 2026, and mention New England Water Works Association.
AC Marriott – 125 Front Street, Worcester, MA 01608
0.3 miles from the Convention Center
$209.00 per night with one king or two queen beds. Overnight parking is $20.00 per night, subject to change. Make reservations at (774) 420-7555 by March 1, 2026, and mention New England Water Works Association.