The 2026 AIA Minnesota Conference on Architecture will be November 9-11, at the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel | Depot Hotel. Registration will open mid-September. 

Speaker Registration

We are planning to open registration soon. Please know that speakers do not need to register for the program in which they are presenting; however, registration for all other programs is required and we are happy to provide speakers with a 50% discount off their registration fee to attend any other programs. The promo code for this purpose is MN26PRESENTER. This promo code is intended exclusively for our confirmed conference speakers and is confidential. Please do not share this code. Watch for registration to go live mid-September »

Hotel Accommodations

AIA Minnesota has negotiated a discounted nightly rate of $212 (plus taxes and fees) for hotel rooms during the conference. Reserve your room »

Helpful Links

A’26 MN Intro Slide (PDF) » Download and include at the beginning of your slide deck.
Map of Conference venue & meeting spaces »
Top Ten Tips for making presentations »
Conference Registration materials with all the event details will be available mid-September.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the audio-visual amenities in the program rooms?
Program rooms are appointed with a high-powered projector and projection screen, a speaker’s table and podium with wired microphones. Speakers should plan to use their own laptop devices for running slides. For programs with multiple speakers, all slides should be combined into a single file and run from a single laptop.

Is there WiFi in the program rooms?
Yes. Wireless internet service is accessible in programs room and throughout the hotel meeting spaces.

Can I use online polling in my session?
Yes. WiFi in all program rooms should allow for the use of online polls. Be sure to provide instructions or a QR code to attendees so they are able to access and participate in polls.