2026 WFEA
ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Hosted at the
Marriott Bellevue
October 27-29, 2026
"The WFEA Conference is a wonderful experience and opportunity to recharge your battery and find inspiration to be your best. The speakers are some of the best and most successful in our industry. I always leave energized and with pages of notes of new ideas to help the communities and festivals and events I support."
George Sharp,
Rural Program Manager Thurston Economic Development Council
Elevate Your Event: Insights and Innovation at the Northwest's Premier Festival Gathering
Join the largest collection of festival organizers, community non-profits, and industry suppliers in the Pacific Northwest this October 27-29 at the Marriott Bellevue. The Washington Festivals and Events Association is committed to advancing the special events industry through professional education, powerful networking, and innovative revenue development. Whether your focus is on streamlining vendor management, maximizing charity auctions, or dramatically increasing your sponsorship capacity, this conference is designed to equip you with actionable strategies. Come connect with peers, discover fresh ideas, and gain the inspiration needed to drive both cultural and economic impact in your community.
Book Your Discounted Annual Conference Stay
Seattle Marriott Bellevue
200 110th Avenue NE,
Bellevue, WA 98004
Last Day to Book :
Monday, October 05, 2026
Keynote Speaker Spotlights:
Kevin Grothe,
Memphis in May International Festival
Pat Armstrong,
Kentucky Derby Museum
