February 7-11, 2027, at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue, Washington.

The beautiful city of Bellevue embodies the intersection of technology, sustainability, collaboration, and outdoor access—all values shaping the future of public lands stewardship. Consistently rated one of America's safest cities, Bellevue is described as a "City in a Park,” where urban development and outdoor recreation are intentionally connected.

From a practical standpoint, Bellevue is a highly accessible city with Seattle-Tacoma International Airport just 25 minutes away, a walkable downtown, and the doorstep of some of our most picturesque public lands. Bellevue is the perfect venue to host the public land partner community in 2027. 

Find more information at Visit Bellevue.

The Public Lands Alliance Annual Convention and Trade Show provides training and networking opportunities for the employees and board members of nonprofit organizations that partner with public lands. If you are an employee or board member of a cooperating, interpretive, educational, or philanthropic association, or a friends group, PLA 2027 is for you. 

Online registration will open in early fall of 2026.

Yes. Thanks to the Public Lands Alliance Education and Scholarship Fund, scholarships for PLA 2027 are available to employees and board members of active PLA nonprofit organizations. Learn more about scholarships. 

February 27 - March 2, 2028 at the Peppermill Reno Resort in Nevada.