General Convention Information
What is the WQA Convention & Exposition?
The WQA Convention & Exposition is the most comprehensive annual gathering of water treatment professionals in North America. The event connects industry professionals with technologies, know-how, education, training, networking and business opportunities in one convenient location.
Where and when is the show being held?
The 2025 Convention and Exposition will be held April 22 – 24 at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center in Long Beach, CA. Education sessions will be offered April 22 – 24, and the Exposition is April 23 – 24.
Are the wildfires affecting Convention planning?
Our hearts go out to everyone in the path of the Los Angeles-area wildfires. Current information about Long Beach can be found on the Visit Long Beach website.
When is the 2026 Convention?
The 2026 Convention and Exposition will be held April 28 – 30 in Miami Beach , FL.
Attending the 2025 Convention
How much does the convention cost?
See our pricing and registration information on the Pricing page.
How do I book my hotel room?
See our hotel information and book your stay today.
Do I have to be a member of WQA to attend the conference and exposition?
You can attend the WQA Convention & Exposition without being a member of the Water Quality Association (WQA). However, WQA members pay a reduced registration fee, and new member companies can receive one free convention registration in their first year of membership. For WQA membership information, visit wqa.org/membership .
I am not a resident of the United States; can I attend the show?
International visitors are welcome.
Letters of Invitation are no longer required to obtain a U.S. Visitor Visa, and therefore WQA does not issue them. For information on the visa process and required documentation, visit: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit/visitor.html#documentation .
Is there a separate fee to attend the Networking Reception?
No. Admission to the Networking Reception, which is from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, and the closing Network Reception, which is from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, April 24, are included with your convention registration.
Exposition
What are the trade show hours?
The exposition hall will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time on Wednesday, April 23, and from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. local time on Thursday, April 24.
Can I bring my kids to the Expo?
Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the exposition at any time.