Event
UCDA Design Conference 2026
The UCDA Design Conference 2026 is the 56th annual conference focused on design, addressing the impact of AI-driven tools on creativity and authenticity. It is attended by design professionals and creatives.
The essentials
Event details
- Dates
- 4 November 2026 to 7 November 2026
- Address
- 4445 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64111
- Organiser
- University & College Designers Association
- Tickets
- USD 250
Who attends
The audience
Each year, the UCDA Design Conference brings together designers, educators, communicators, and students to connect, learn, and get inspired.
As described by the organiser
Speaking
Call for speakers
This event publishes a call for speakers. The deadline is unverified, so check the call before preparing a submission.
Agenda themes
Topics covered
- Design
- Technology
- Marketing
- Software
- Product
- Research
- Education
- America
- Career
- Policy
- Pricing
- Business
On stage
Speakers
- Sergio SolorzanoCalifornia Institute of Technology
- Kelly McMurray
- Tad CarpenterKeynote Speaker, Carpenter Collective
On the floor
Sponsors and partners
- Association of Registered Graphic Designers (RGD)
- Society of Graphic Designers of Canada (GDC)
- The Society of Illustrators (SOI)
- Appspotr
- design
- PaperSpecs
- Skillshare
Logistics
Where to stay
Places to stay near the venue.
Aiden by Best Western Kansas City Downtown
405 East 13th Street, Kansas City, 64106
Holiday Inn Express Kansas City Downtown
417 East 13th Street, Kansas City, 64106
Ambassador Hotel Kansas City, Autograph Collection
AC Hotel Kansas City Downtown
906 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, 64106
Hotel Phillips
106 West 12th Street, Kansas City, 64105
Hotel Kansas City
1228 Baltimore Avenue, Kansas City, 64105
Hotel Indigo Kansas City Downtown
101 West 11th Street, Kansas City, 64105
Hilton President Kansas City
1329 Baltimore, Kansas City, 64105
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