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2026 WESTERN PLANNER CONFERENCE
SOUTH DAKOTA PLANNING ASSOCIATION | WESTERN PLANNER | TRIBAL & INDIGENOUS DIVISION APA
DATES: August 26-28, 2026
LOCATION: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
VENUE: Canopy by Hilton Downtown
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind planning conference experience in the heart of the Upper Midwest.
Planners, practitioners, and community leaders from across the region will gather in Sioux Falls for a joint conference hosted by the South Dakota Planners Association, Western Planners Association, and American Planning Association – Tribal & Indigenous Division.
With the theme Urban Vibe, Rural Charm, this conference celebrates the places we plan – from thriving urban centers to small towns and Tribal communities – while tackling the real-world challenges shaping the future of the Western United States.
More than 13 states will be represented, bringing together diverse perspectives at a pivotal moment for community planning. The conversations, connections, and ideas sparked here will influence how our communities grow, adapt, and thrive for years to come.
CONFERENCE HOTEL
The conference block rate for the conference hotel is full. You can book the conference hotel at the non-conference rate, or there are other great lodging options located within a short walk of the conference hotel:
Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown rebranded as the Catlin (0.5-mile walk): https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/fsddwgi-hilton-garden-inn-sioux-falls-downtown/
Hotel on Phillips (0.5-mile walk): https://www.hotelonphillips.com/
Holiday Inn Sioux Falls-City Centre (0.4-mile walk): https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/sioux-falls
REGISTRATION OPEN
Early Bird Registration Is Now Open — Secure your spot and save!
$375 Early Bird Rate (available through July 26)
$450 (after July 26)
This is a conference you won’t want to miss – register early!
