Conferences and Meetings
2026 APA Quad State Conference Join us at the Quad State Conference
Attendees of the APA Quad State Conference will have a chance to learn from peers about the latest planning trends and projects from across the state. The conference will dive into the forces reshaping our neighborhoods, workplaces, and shared spaces. From bold new technologies to fresh approaches in sustainability, design, and civic engagement. Expect lively conversations, hands‑on sessions, spontaneous collaborations, and a few delightful surprises along the way.
APA Iowa organizes events in to celebrate achievements in local planning, promotes local planning events, and provide Certificate Maintenance (CM) for AICP planners. Find out more on the pages below:
Upcoming CM Credits
Check out the upcoming opportunities to learn more about planning trends in the state and across the country.
Chapter Planning Awards
Each year, APA Iowa honors planning efforts, initiatives, and individuals working to make safer, stronger, and more just communities for all. The awards ceremony takes place during APA Iowa's annual conference.
2026 APA Quad State Conference Student Poster Contest
The Student Poster Contest is an opportunity for students to get more involved in the activities of the Iowa Chapter of the American Planning Association and to engage students with planning professionals across the State of Iowa. Approved submissions will be displayed by the Awards and Recognition Chair during the APA Quad State Conference on October 28-30, 2026 in Kansas City. Read the Rules and Information Packet here.