North American Snow Conference - APWA 2027
Event Date
April 18–21, 2027
Location
Des Moines, IA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe North American Snow Conference (NASC) is the American Public Works Association's annual gathering dedicated to snow and ice control and winter maintenance. Billed as "the Show for Snow," it provides education and solutions for public works snowfighters and those who support them, with more than 40 education sessions, technical tours, and abundant opportunities for collaboration and networking. The 2027 edition runs April 18–21 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
The conference pairs expert-led snow and ice education sessions with an exhibit floor full of vendors showcasing the latest winter maintenance solutions for communities. It is ideal for public works professionals, snowfighters, municipal leaders, and anyone involved in winter road maintenance and operations, and is also valuable for contractors and equipment providers in the industry.
The North American Snow Conference brings together thousands of snowfighters from every corner of the winter maintenance community for a packed exhibit floor, quality education programs, and opportunities to exchange ideas. Attendees leave with practical, field-ready strategies to improve the safety and efficiency of their winter operations.
Show Highlights
- 40+ education sessions across six tracks: The conference offers more than 40 education sessions and lets participants attend sessions from six tracks throughout the event.
- Topical focus areas: Programming emphasizes new perspectives, proven best practices, and innovative twists on winter maintenance, workforce development, and fleet/operations.
- Exhibit floor: Exhibiting at the North American Snow Conference gives companies unmatched opportunities to connect with all aspects of the snow and ice industry.
- Technical tours that showcase local public works operations.
- New Product Showcase and Exhibitor Solutions Theater presentations on the exhibit floor. The schedule includes New Product Showcase Theater presentations and Exhibitor Solutions Theater presentations.
- Networking events, including a Sunday welcome reception on the exhibit floor and a Tuesday Snow Celebration Reception.
Attendance
The Snow Conference attracts nearly 2,000 industry professionals seeking to do business with companies that can help them operate more efficiently and gain a competitive edge. The audience is drawn primarily from public works agencies and the winter maintenance community, along with contractors and equipment and materials suppliers.
Registration
You can register through the official APWA event website, where various registration options are available, including full conference passes and add-on workshops.
- Full registration: Includes entrance to the exhibit hall, all education sessions, the Sunday welcome reception on the exhibit floor, and Monday and Tuesday lunch on the exhibit floor.
- One-day registrations: One-day registrations are available for Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. Attendees must pre-register and purchase either a full registration or a one-day registration for the day they plan to attend.
- Guest/Spouse registration: Guests or spouses who wish to participate in social activities can be registered by contacting snow@apwa.org; the cost is $125 and includes entrance to the exhibit hall, the Sunday welcome reception on the exhibit floor, lunch tickets on Monday and Tuesday, and the Tuesday Snow Celebration Reception.
- Member rates: Individuals must be listed on their agency's APWA roster to receive member registration rates.
For registration questions, contact APWA Registration at snow@apwa.org or by phone at (817) 277-7187.
History
The North American Snow Conference is the annual winter-maintenance event of the American Public Works Association (APWA), an association that represents more than 30,000 members in the US and Canada. The conference rotates among host cities each year, with a local APWA chapter serving as host; the Iowa Chapter is hosting the 2027 North American Snow Conference on April 18–21, 2027. Recent editions were held in Cleveland, Ohio (2026), and the event continues on an annual cadence. The North American Snow Conference has it all, from expert-led snow and ice education sessions to an exhibit floor full of vendors showing the latest winter maintenance solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 North American Snow Conference?
The 2027 North American Snow Conference takes place April 18–21, 2027, at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Who should attend the North American Snow Conference?
It is designed for public works professionals, snowfighters, and municipal leaders involved in winter road maintenance and operations. It is also valuable for contractors and equipment providers in the snow and ice industry.
What does the conference program include?
The conference offers more than 40 education sessions across six tracks, technical tours, and an exhibit floor of winter maintenance vendors, plus numerous networking opportunities. Topics span winter maintenance, workforce development, and fleet and operations.
How do I register and what pass types are available?
You can register through the official APWA event website. Options include a full registration covering all education sessions and exhibit hall access, one-day registrations for Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday, and a $125 guest/spouse registration for social activities.
What are the parking and transportation options at the venue?
The Iowa Events Center sits at the intersection of I-80 and I-35 in downtown Des Moines, minutes from Des Moines International Airport. On-site surface lots and downtown garages connected by a four-mile climate-controlled skywalk serve the venue, and the free D-Line bus loops through downtown every 10 minutes.
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