It’s time to get excited for the 2025 Annual Conference, taking place Tuesday, October 28 through Friday, October 31 at the Madison-Marriott West in Middleton, WI. This year’s theme, “Be the Change,” celebrates the innovation, adaptability, and collaboration that makes our library community thrive. We’ve put together a packed schedule of speakers and events filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and be inspired.

Here's what’s in store:

  •          Engaging keynote speakers who will spark ideas and challenge perspectives
  •          Timely breakout sessions to build your skills and expand your toolkit
  •          Networking opportunities with library professionals from across the state
  •          Vendor exhibits featuring products and services to support your library’s work
  •          Local tours to discover new places and connect with fellow attendees

 

REGISTER NOW!
 
 
 2025 WLA ANNUAL CONFERENCE FEES
 
 
2025 FALL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

 

 

2025 Keynote Speakers

 

 

Hotel  and Venue Information

Madison Marriott West
1313 John Q Hammons Dr., Middleton, WI 53562
(608) 831-2000
https://www.marriott.com /msnwe
A special rate of $141 (plus applicable taxes) has been secured for the night of Monday, October 27, 2025, for WAAL Conference Attendees, while supply lasts.
All rooms must be reserved by October 6, 2025.
 
To reserve your room online, follow this link:
 
Or call 1-888-745-2032
Refer to the Wisconsin Library Association
Room Block to receive the discounted group rate.

All guest rooms in the WLA Exhibitor block are run of the house. Guest room types (kings, doubles etc.) cannot be guaranteed and will be reserved on a first come, first served basis.

 

Vendor Opportunities

We are pleased to present the 2025 Annual Conference offerings for Partners, Exhibitors and Sponsors! These include exciting sponsorship options,  unique benefits and opportunities for exhibitors.  Don't miss out on over 10 hours of dedicated no-conflict exhibit hall time, and more engaging ways to interact with your customers and prospects!                              

 

Eager to learn more?  Check out the information in the  vendor prospectus.  

Don't forget to consider one of the many sponsorship options included in the prospectus.

 

Questions?  Please contact Cindy Foley, Conference Manager at [email protected].  

We look forward to seeing you at this year's expo October 28-30, 2025 at the Madison Marriott West in Middleton, Wisconsin.

Early bird pricing ends on September 8, 2025. 
 
Secure your exhibit space or sponsorship today and SAVE!
REGISTER NOW