2026 AZH Annual ConferenceThe Association of Zoological Horticulture (AZH) invites you to our 2026 Annual Conference, taking place August 23–27, 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago – Magnificent Mile in Chicago, Illinois. This annual event brings together horticulturists and plant professionals working in zoos, botanical gardens, aquariums, parks, and public gardens across the US and beyond. This conference will feature educational presentations and three tours at local zoological garden attractions. PricingMarch 30 - May 31 $550 member / $600 non-member June 1 - July 15 $650 member / $700 non-member July 16 - event $750member / $800 non-member * The closing banquet option must be selected at the time of registration |
AgendaSunday, August 23 4pm-6pm AZH Conference Registration 6pm–8pm AZH Conference Icebreaker Monday, August 24 8am-5pm AZH Conference Program with AZH Business Lunch Tuesday, August 25 8:30am-3:30pm Brookfield Zoo 5pm-7pm Sponsor/Exhibitor Reception Wednesday, August 26 8am-12pm AZH Conference Program 2pm-6pm Shedd Aquarium Thursday, August 27 9am – 3pm Lincoln Park Zoo 5pm -7pm AZH Silent/Live Auction 7pm-9pm Reception Dinner Friday, August 28 Post-conference tour 8am-4pm Morton Arboretum |