Wyoming Library Association upcoming events

WLA 2026 Annual Conference (09/30/2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT

September 30-October 2, 2026

Little American Cheyenne

2800 West Lincolnway

Cheyenne, WY 82009

PRICING

Early Bird Registration (July 21 - August 15)

Members - Full Conference: $230.00

Members - One Day: $130.00

Non-Members - Full Conference: $290.00

Non-Members - One Day: $170.00

Regular Registration (August 16 - September 18)

Members - Full Conference: $260.00

Members - One Day: $160.00

Non-Members - Full Conference: $330.00

Non-Members - One Day: $210.00

On-Site Registration (At Conference)

Members/ Non-Members: $350.00

Conference Schedule

Schedule subject to change between now and conference time.

FULL SCHEDULE

MEALS

The Awards Breakfast and the Lunches are included with conference registration (with the exception of on-site registrants) but advanced RSVP is required for all meals.

Thursday Morning: Awards Breakfast

Thursday Lunch options:

Roasted Chicken Feta Salad
Feta Salad
Club Sandwich

Friday Lunch Options:

Grilled Caper Chicken
Vegetable Lasagna
London Broil

Mix & Mingle: A WLLI Sponsored Event- $35.00

Thursday, Oct 1, 2026

5:30 PM- 7:30 PM

The Railspur

707 W. Lincoln Way- Upstairs

The menu will feature Birria Tacos—flattop-fried and filled with pork, cheese, onion, and cilantro—served with dipping broth. A cash bar will also be available.

Attendees will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with colleagues, as the upstairs area at The Railspur offers a variety of seating arrangements.

Wyoming Civic Legacy Trolley Tour

Wednesday, September 30

1:00-4:00 PM

The Wyoming Civic Legacy Trolley Tour takes you on a fascinating ride through Cheyenne’s most vital public institutions: The Wyoming Law Library, The Wyoming State Library, and the Wyoming State Archives.

This is a free event available for attendees of the WLA 2026 Conference. An RSVP is required. Be sure to book your spot quickly. Seats are limited!

You MUST register for this event separately form your conference registration. Click below to register for the Trolley Tour.

Wyoming Civic Legacy Trolley Tour Registration

HOTEL INFORMATION

Ask for Wyoming Library Association Room Block when making reservations.

Little America Cheyenne (Conference Hotel)
2800 West Lincolnway
Cheyenne, WY 82009
(307) 775-8400

BOOK NOW

GRANTS

Need assistance to attend this conference? Click HERE for McMurry Grant information.

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY

Cancellations before September 1, 2026 qualify for a full refund.
Cancellations between September 1 and September 25, 2026 qualify for a 50% refund.
No cancellations accepted after September 25, 2026.

Please send your cancellation request in writing to WLA@amigos.org

CODE OF CONDUCT

All attendees of the 2026 WLA Conference must adhere to WLA's Code of Conduct.

Questions? Contact WLA@amigos.org

WLA Conference 2026 Exhibit Space Registration (09/30/2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT

WLA 2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

September 30th- October 2nd

Little America

2800 W. Lincolnway,

Cheyenne, WY 82009

On behalf of the Wyoming Library Association, we invite you to join us as a valuable partner for our 2026 Annual Conference. This year, our gathering is centered around a powerful and timely theme: "Thriving Together."

In an era of rapid technological shifts and evolving community needs, Wyoming’s libraries remain the bedrock of connection and growth. "Thriving Together" is more than just a slogan; it is our commitment to fostering a resilient, collaborative ecosystem where libraries, librarians, and community partners come together to enrich the lives of every Wyoming resident.

Vendor Prospectus PDF

EXHIBIT SPACES

Exhibit spaces include:

A skirted table (your choice of table 8' x 3' or 6' x 3')
Wi-Fi
Electrical access

Booth materials may be mailed to the conference hotel one week prior to the conference. Please clearly indicate that packages are for the Wyoming Library Association Conference and include your name.

Please ship booth materials to: 2800 West Lincolnway, Cheyenne, WY 82009

Exhibit Space Fees:

Early Bird Rate (May 7- July 31) General Rate (Aug 1- Sept 13)

6' x 3 skirted table Early Bird Rate: $375.00 General Rate: $425.00

8' x 3' skirted table Early Bird Rate: $400.00 General Rate: $450.00

Each extra table $200.00 (maximum of 2 extra tables)

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September 13, 2026

Reserve your space early to guarantee the best rates and options

Be prepared to share a few sentences about your company for WLA promotional

purposes.

Preliminary Exhibit Activities & Schedule

Wednesday September 30

1- 4pm – Early conference track (no vendors or exhibit hall)

Thursday October 1

7:30am Vendor Set-Up

8:00am Registration Opens!

8:00–9:00am Interest Group Meetings

9:00am-5:00pm Vendor Hall Open

9:30-10:20am Breakout Sessions

10:30–11:30am Vendor Hall Grand Opening!

11:30am–1:30pm Kickoﬀ Luncheon & Keynote Speaker

1:30–2:00 pm Vendor Time

2:00-2:50 pm Breakout Sessions

3:00-4:30 pm Breakout Sessions

Friday October 2

8:00am–12:30pm Vendor Hall Open

8:00-8:45am Awards Reception

8:45–9:30am Vendor Time & Interest Group Meetings 9:30–10:20am Breakout Sessions

10:30–11:20am Coﬀee and Treats with Vendors

10:30–11:20am Breakout Sessions

11:30–12:20pm Breakout Sessions

12:30pm Author Luncheon

Sched Conference App

This year we have the conference app, Sched, to streamline the conference experience for attendees and vendors/sponsors/exhibitors. Some of the features available through the Sched app include:

ability to interact with attendees
vendors/sponsors/exhibitors can curate their own profile pages, which can include:
- Links to your website
- Downloadable information about your product
- Access to online catalogs (book vendors)
- Photos and videos
- Quick and easy access to your contact information
- Quick and easy way to gather attendee’s information access to chat platform

Hotel:

Little America

2800 W. Lincolnway,

Cheyenne, WY 82009

Hotel Booking Link:

http://bookings.ihotelier.com/bookings.jsp?groupID=5090917&hotelID=4651

Booking cut off date is Saturday, August 29th.

Exhibition Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations received prior to August 1, 2026, will receive a full refund, less a $30.00 processing fee.
Cancellations received August 1-31, 2026, will receive a 50% refund.
No cancellation will be accepted after August 31, 2026.
Contact WLA@amigos.org with cancellation requests or questions.

Did you know that you can also register for a wide range of sponsorship opportunities? To see all of the sponsorships available and to register, click HERE.

Conference Code of Conduct

WLA 2026 Conference Sponsorship Registration (09/30/2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT

WLA 2026 Annual Conference

Sep 30th- Oct 2nd

Little America

2800 W. Lincolnway

Cheyenne, WY 82009

VENDOR PROSPECTUS PDF

SPONSORSHIPS:

$1,050 Diamond Speaker Sponsor- 2 available

Includes:

Name & logo listed on conference materials:

Digital signage
Conference program
Website & Social media
Sched Promotions (Conference app)
Printed materials

Pop-up banner with name and logo displayed at luncheon and in the exhibit hall during conference*

Choice of one of the following options (1st come, 1st served):

Thursday Luncheon Speaker
Friday Luncheon Speaker

Introduce your chosen speaker on behalf of your company

Verbal and visual acknowledgment of your support in bringing the speaker to the conference (during the keynote intro)

1 promotional email sent out via WLA email discussion list

$800 Platinum Tech Sponsor- 1 available

Sponsorship of our Tech Center where attendees will come together to network, and recharge.

Includes:

Name & logo listed on conference materials

Digital signage
Conference program
Website & Social media
Sched Promotions (Conference app)
Printed materials

Pop-up banner with name and logo displayed in Tech Center throughout the duration of the conference*

1 promotional email sent out via WLA email discussion list

$550 Gold Reception Sponsor- 2 available

Includes:

Name & logo listed on conference materials

Digital signage
Conference program
Website & Social Media
Sched Promotions (Conference app)
Printed materials

Name & logo posted at the reception refreshment table

Pop-up banner with name and logo displayed in the exhibit hall during the conference and in the reception area during reception*

Verbal recognition given during the reception

$300 Silver Award Sponsor- 3 available

Includes:

Name & logo listed on conference materials

Digital signage
Website & Social Media
Sched Promotions (Conference app)

Choice of one of the following options (1st come, 1st served):

Outstanding Librarian Award
Outstanding Library Award
Outstanding Hero

Verbal and visual recognition during the award ceremony for your support of chosen award

Opportunity to be on stage representing your company during award presentation

$150 Bronze Snack Sponsor- Unlimited

Includes:

Name & logo listed on conference materials

Digital signage
Website & Social Media
Sched Promotions (Conference app)

Name & logo displayed on a sign at the snack table

*Sponsorships must be finalized by July 31st in order to guarantee a pop-up banner

Sponsorship registration deadline is September 13th

Sched Conference App

This year we have the conference app, Sched, to streamline the conference experience for attendees and vendors/sponsors/exhibitors. Some of the features available through the Sched app include:

ability to interact with attendees
vendors/sponsors/exhibitors can curate their own profile pages, which can include:

Links to your website

Downloadable information about your product

Access to online catalogs (book vendors)

Photos and videos

Quick and easy access to your contact information

Quick and easy way to gather attendee’s information access to chat platform

Exhibit Booths

Interested in Exhibiting? You can register for an Exhibit Booth by clicking this link: WLA EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellations received prior to August 1, 2025 will receive a full refund, less a $30.00 processing fee.

• Cancellations received August 1-31, 2025 will receive a 50% refund.

• No cancellations accepted after August 31st, 2025.

Contact WLA@amigos.org for all cancellations and questions.

Conference Code of Conduct

Wyoming Civic Legacy Trolley Tour (09/30/2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Wyoming Civic Legacy Trolley Tour

Cheyenne St. Railway

121 W 15th St.

The Wyoming Civic Legacy Trolley Tour takes you on a fascinating ride through Cheyenne’s most vital public institutions. Cruise past the majestic grounds of the Wyoming State Capitol while making stops at three treasures of state history and governance:

· The Wyoming State Law Library: —including an exclusive opportunity to hear directly from one of Wyoming's Supreme Court Justices!

· The Wyoming State Library

· The Wyoming State Archives

The tour takes place from 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM on Weds, Sep 30. Registrants are encouraged to be at the designated meeting spot by 12:30 for an on time departure.

This is a free event available for attendees of the WLA 2026 Conference. An RSVP is required. Be sure to book your spot quickly. Seats are limited!