About the Conference

The 2026 National Watershed and Stormwater Conference provides a forum for watershed and stormwater professionals to learn how to increase the resiliency of our communities in response to emerging and persistent threats to our water resources — from headwaters to coasts. Network with water resource managers, practitioners, researchers, and regulators from all over the United States and territories. The conference includes technical presentations, case studies, panel discussions, and workshops.

The National Stormwater & Watershed Conference's Core Theme for 2026 is

Building Resilient Watersheds: Advancing Innovation and Partnership in Rapidly Changing Environments 

See the current agenda here: Agenda 

Extreme weather and rapidly changing environments are impacting every region of the U.S., putting pressure on our infrastructure, ecosystems, and communities. The 2026 conference is your opportunity to be part of the solution as we center questions on how we can adapt infrastructure for extreme weather, advance green infrastructure solutions, and engage communities and regional partners for equitable long-term resilience. This year's program highlights actionable tools for implementing solutions that strengthen watershed and stormwater resilience. With an emphasis on practical applications, this event provides a platform for sharing replicable strategies, fostering cross-sector collaboration, and accelerating progress toward clean water and resilience goals. 

Coffee and tea will be provided throughout the event, and each full day of our three-day conference includes breakfast and lunch.