Join local government technology leaders from across Washington State for the premier gathering of public-sector IT professionals. The 2026 ACCIS Spring Conference brings together attendees from counties, cities, port districts, fire districts, water and sewer districts, state agencies, tribal entities, and all organizations serving the citizens of Washington State — alongside our industry partners — for sessions, workshops, and networking at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick.
7016 W Grandridge Blvd, Kennewick, WA 99336
Welcome! Whether you're already registered or still considering attending, here's everything you need to get the most out of the 2026 Spring Conference.
Registration is still open. Secure your spot today to join colleagues from across the state for a full week of sessions and networking.
Review the most up-to-date conference schedule, including session topics, speakers, and workshop times. The agenda is subject to change, so check back regularly.
If you've already completed your registration, you're all set. Be sure to review the current agenda and the lodging information below to finalize your travel plans. We look forward to seeing you in Kennewick!
Thank you for partnering with ACCIS! Below you'll find the critical information you need to prepare for the Spring Conference, including current availability, purchase deadlines, and the new staff pass requirement.
Exhibitor tables are still available for purchase. A Showcase Partnership includes a table in the exhibit area to feature your products and services to conference attendees.
Every individual attending the conference on behalf of an industry partner must have a staff pass. Staff passes are available for purchase now and will remain open after April 3.
All sponsorship opportunities other than Showcase Partnerships are sold out. Showcase Partnerships (exhibitor tables) are the only remaining opportunity and must be purchased by Friday, April 3, 2026. After that date, only staff passes will remain available for purchase.
Please note that sponsorship and Showcase Partnership purchases do not include staff passes. You must purchase a separate staff pass for every person who will be attending the conference on behalf of your organization. See the Staff Pass Requirement section below for details.
This year, ACCIS is implementing a mandatory staff pass for all industry partner personnel attending the conference. This is a change from prior years, and it applies to everyone — no exceptions.
There is no dedicated conference hotel with a room block available for this event. All attendees and industry partners are responsible for securing their own lodging.
We recommend booking early, as hotels in the Kennewick–Richland–Pasco (Tri-Cities) area can fill up quickly during event season. The Three Rivers Convention Center is conveniently located near several hotel options along W Grandridge Blvd and Columbia Center Blvd.
Tip: Search for hotels near "Three Rivers Convention Center, Kennewick, WA" for the most convenient options within a short drive of the venue.
Yes! Registration is still open for all government attendees. Use the "Register Now" button in the Attendees section above to secure your spot.
As of now, Showcase Partnerships (exhibitor tables) are the only remaining partnership opportunity. All other sponsorship levels are sold out. The last day to purchase a Showcase Partnership is Friday, April 3, 2026. After that date, only staff passes will be available.
Due to changes in Washington State sales tax law, ACCIS is now required to charge sales tax on passes for participation at live events. To comply, every industry partner representative must purchase an individual staff pass. This is a change from prior years, where passes may have been included or not required.
No. Staff passes are not included with any sponsorship or Showcase Partnership purchase. You must purchase a separate staff pass for each person from your organization who will be attending the conference.
There is no dedicated conference hotel with a room block at this time. All attendees and industry partners are responsible for booking their own accommodations. We recommend searching for hotels near the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, WA.
The 2026 ACCIS Spring Conference will be held at the Three Rivers Convention Center, located at 7016 W Grandridge Blvd, Kennewick, WA 99336.