APRIL 28-30 2026 | MIAMI BEACH, FL

FAQs

General Convention Information

What is the WQA Convention & Expo?

The WQA Convention & Expo 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 2026 Convention and Expo will be held April 28 – 30 in Miami Beach, FL.

When is the 2027 Convention?

The 2027 Convention and Expo will be held April 28 – 30 in Phoenix, AZ.

Attending the 2026 Convention

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 .

Exposition

Can I bring my kids to the Expo?

Children under the age of 18 are not permitted in the exposition at any time.

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