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Discounted overnight self-parking is $15 per day, and valet parking is $45 per day. Visit the Hyatt Regency Parking & Transportation page for more information on getting to the hotel from the airport and Amtrak.
This hotel is a cash-free environment. Credit cards, debit cards, and digital forms of payment where applicable are accepted.
View the map of the layout of the conference meeting rooms at the hotel. Visit the Hyatt Regency Hotel Information page for information on Hotel Accessibility.
Located in Trinity A&B on Lobby Level
Avoid long lines! Conference registration will open starting Sunday morning. Pick up your attendee or exhibitor registration packets. Payments can be made for any outstanding balances, and tickets can be purchased while available.
Sunday, March 30th
Monday, March 31st 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Central
Tuesday, April 1st 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Central
Wednesday, April 2nd 8:00 am – 10:00 am Central
Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday | 9:30 am – 10:50 am Central
Located in Landmark Ballroom on Lobby Level
Monday: Join us as we kick off the world’s largest gathering of adult educators during Monday’s inspirational general session, live from Dallas, Texas! Our general session will feature Rebecca Contreras, author of the best seller “From the Hood to the Whitehouse”. We will also celebrate excellence in adult education and highlight key initiatives from our strategic plan that will bring new and exciting opportunities to the field. We will close out the session by honoring the following award winners: Outstanding Adult Learner, Outstanding Teacher, Outstanding Administrator, and Local Excellence in Advocacy.
Tuesday: Award winning author, Michael Ivanov, will share a message of hope, resilience, and innovation. This general session will also include a short workforce literacy panel session, and will showcase leadership, innovation, and thoughtful suggestions for a new path forward in the field of adult education. We will honor the following award winners: Advancing Workforce Development for Adult Learners Award, State Innovation, The State Association Leadership Institute (SALI) Award, and Behind Every Employer Incentive Grant.
Wednesday: Our close out session will end in a big way with Jedidiah Collins, former NFL player turned financial literacy guru who will provide a keynote on the value of financial literacy and provide easy to use resources and strategies for local programs. We also celebrate success, explore funding opportunities, and showcase excellence! We will honor the following award winners: Scholarship Grant, Incentive Grant, Programs Succeed When Learners Lead Incentive Grant, and National Institute For Literacy Award.
Monday, March 31st | 7:00 am – 7:45 am Central
Location TBD
New COABE members, we invite you to join us for this special meeting designed for new members and new attendees! This important meeting will help you gain perspective on what COABE can do for you and will provide a broad overview of the conference as well. We will also pick one lucky winner to attend COABE 2026 for free! By simply attending, your name is added to our raffle.
Tuesday, April 1st | 7:00 am Central
Location TBD
Enjoy breakfast and networking with attendees from across the country on Tuesday, April 1, at 7 a.m. Central. This breakfast will provide a wonderful opportunity to connect with other members as well as hear about COABE’s recent work supporting you and our field. This breakfast is a ticketed event.
Location Marsalis Hall, just below the lobby
Monday 10:50 am – 5:00 pm
Snack Break from 10:50 am – 11:50 am | 3:10 pm – 3:50 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Snack Break from 10:50 am – 11:50 am | 3:10 pm – 3:50 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Snack Break from 10:50 am – 11:20 am
