Trade show
Annual Conference & Expo 2026
The AWWA Annual Conference & Expo (ACE) is a major annual gathering for the global water community, scheduled for June 21-24, 2026 in Washington, D.C. The event features educational sessions, an extensive exhibit hall with 450+ exhibitors, competitions, networking events, and attracts over 11,000 attendees from 50+ countries. It is organized by the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and focuses on water treatment, infrastructure, regulation, and workforce development.
The AWWA Annual Conference & Expo (ACE) is a major annual gathering for the global water community, scheduled for June 21-24, 2026 in Washington, D.C. The event features educational sessions, an extensive exhibit hall with 450+ exhibitors, competitions, networking events, and attracts over 11,000 attendees from 50+ countries. It is organized by the American Water Works Association (AWWA) and focuses on water treatment, infrastructure, regulation, and workforce development.
Event details
- Dates: 21–24 Jun 2026
- Location: Washington, D.C., USA
- Venue: Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- Industry: Water Management and Treatment
- Category: Trade show
Audience scale
- Exhibitors: 450+
- Attendees: 11,000+
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at ACE26 gives your company direct access to over 11,000 water professionals from 50+ countries and 800 utilities. Showcase your products and innovations to decision-makers and influencers in the water community, build valuable partnerships, and position your brand as a leader in the industry. With 17.5 hours of dedicated exhibit hall time and 1.25 miles of booth aisles, you'll have ample opportunity to connect with attendees.
Why visit
ACE26 offers four days of educational sessions, an expansive exhibit hall with 450 exhibitors, competitions, and networking events. Gain fresh insights, learn best practices, discover new technologies, and earn continuing education credits. Join fellow water heroes to collaborate on solutions that matter.
Exhibitor profile
- Water treatment equipment
- Distribution system technology
- Intelligent water systems
- Infrastructure management
- Water quality testing
- Asset management software
- Pipe and valve manufacturers
- Pump suppliers
Visitor profile
- Water utility managers
- Engineers
- Operators
- Consultants
- Public officials
- Students and young professionals
- Researchers
- Communicators
Industries
- Water Management and Treatment
- Urban Equipment & Engineering
- Environmental Protection
- Water
- Utilities
- Public Health
- Infrastructure
- Environmental
Organisers
- American Water Works Association
- awwaindia association