Information about getting to and enjoying the conference:
Food
Some attendees who need to submit travel budgets have reached out asking about food that is included in your conference registration:
Monday: Lunch (for pre-conference attendees), snacks, evening welcome reception with heavy appetizers
Tuesday: Breakfast, lunch, snacks
Wednesday: Breakfast, lunch (for post-conference attendees), closing reception with heavy appetizers
Recommended Lodging
There is a Badge Summit room block at the Moxy Boulder University with a special room rate of $229/night. This hotel is under 10 minutes walking distance and is the closest hotel to the conference. Please use the booking link so that they know you are part of our room block.
There are additional hotel options near the conference listed below. Before booking, you may want to check on the distance between potential hotels and the University Memorial Center at 1669 Euclid Ave, Boulder, CO, 80309. The city of Boulder is fairly small, so most hotels will be less than 10 minutes away by car and easily accessible by bus, scooter, bicycle, and even walking. Even the hotels in which we encourage you to note the distance from the conference are within 15 minutes by car.
Some attendees who need to submit travel budgets have reached out asking about food that is included in your conference registration:
Monday: Lunch (for pre-conference attendees), snacks, evening welcome reception with heavy appetizers
Tuesday: Breakfast, lunch, snacks
Wednesday: Breakfast, lunch (for post-conference attendees), closing reception with heavy appetizers
Recommended Lodging
There is a Badge Summit room block at the Moxy Boulder University with a special room rate of $229/night. This hotel is under 10 minutes walking distance and is the closest hotel to the conference. Please use the booking link so that they know you are part of our room block.
There are additional hotel options near the conference listed below. Before booking, you may want to check on the distance between potential hotels and the University Memorial Center at 1669 Euclid Ave, Boulder, CO, 80309. The city of Boulder is fairly small, so most hotels will be less than 10 minutes away by car and easily accessible by bus, scooter, bicycle, and even walking. Even the hotels in which we encourage you to note the distance from the conference are within 15 minutes by car.
Fairfield by Marriott Boulder *note distance |
Moxy Boulder *Closest to Conference |
Hampton Inn & Suites Boulder-North *Free shuttle to conference |
Flying in from out of state
We recommend flying into the Denver International Airport. The airport is about a 50 minute drive or a 1 hour and 30 min bus ride from campus.
Transportation options for getting to (and around) Boulder
Boulder is located in the Denver Metro area, just 30 miles from the city and 40 miles from Denver International Airport (DIA). There are a number of public transportation options available, making it easy to get around the area.
What are parking options if I'm driving?
If you are driving to the conference, parking is complimentary for all registered attendees. The location is the Euclid Parking Garage, conveniently located adjacent to the University Memorial Center, where Badge Summit registration and Monday's opening sessions are located.
After parking, if you exit the garage from where you entered it, the UMC building (look for the big white tent) are about 50 meters to your right.
Important tips for enjoying Boulder
When and where is the agenda posted?
The schedule is posted on the Registration page. All registered attendees receive an invitation to access the conference app, Sched, about one month prior to the conference. Email [email protected] if you need a password reset or new invitation. You must be logged in to the app in order to access certain features, such as the links for virtual sessions and the ability for presenters to edit session descriptions. Please note that session times and rooms are subject to change.
Cancelling registration
If you need to cancel your registration, please message [email protected] in order to get support. Payments for cancellations made prior to June 1, 2026 will be refunded minus a $30 cancellation fee. Payments for cancellations made after June 1, 2026 will be refunded minus a $100 cancellation fee. If you need to modify any portion of your registration, you may do so up until June 15, 2026. After June 15th please contact the conference organizers at [email protected] for assistance.
We recommend flying into the Denver International Airport. The airport is about a 50 minute drive or a 1 hour and 30 min bus ride from campus.
Transportation options for getting to (and around) Boulder
Boulder is located in the Denver Metro area, just 30 miles from the city and 40 miles from Denver International Airport (DIA). There are a number of public transportation options available, making it easy to get around the area.
- A number of shuttle and van services run between Boulder and the airport.
- The public Regional Transportation District (RTD) bus and light rail systems serve all of the Denver Metro area, including between the airport and Boulder.
- The AB/AB1 bus route offers convenient transportation between the airport and downtown Boulder.
- RTD owns and operates Boulder's Community Transit Network to transport passengers around Boulder and connect with regional routes
- The RTD has an app for Apple and Android devices or the Trip Planner can be accessed directly from a web browser.
- RTD has a convenient stop at Broadway & Euclid, near the University Memorial Center on the University of Colorado Boulder campus where the Badge Summit will be taking place.
- Both Uber and Lyft operate in the area. Download their apps to learn more.
- Boulder B-cycle, a local bike share program, can be a fun and sustainable way to get around town while you're visiting
- Walking: Boulder is very pedestrian-friendly city. The Pearl Street Mall is about 20 minutes walking distance, and "The Hill" is about 5 minutes walking distance. Both offer food, coffee, drinks and entertainment options.
What are parking options if I'm driving?
If you are driving to the conference, parking is complimentary for all registered attendees. The location is the Euclid Parking Garage, conveniently located adjacent to the University Memorial Center, where Badge Summit registration and Monday's opening sessions are located.
After parking, if you exit the garage from where you entered it, the UMC building (look for the big white tent) are about 50 meters to your right.
Important tips for enjoying Boulder
- At over a mile above sea level, Boulder’s elevation, combined with its dry climate, makes it extremely important to stay hydrated. Visitors are encouraged to see these tips for preventing altitude sickness and knowing the signs of dehydration.
- With roughly 300 days of sunshine combined with high altitudes, Boulder has a mild, dry climate and experiences all four seasons throughout the year. With these elements, please consider sunscreen, sunglasses and a reusable water bottle.
- There are many indoor and outdoor ways to enjoy your time in Boulder. The Convention and Visitors Bureau compiled a list of 33 ideas for visiting groups.
When and where is the agenda posted?
The schedule is posted on the Registration page. All registered attendees receive an invitation to access the conference app, Sched, about one month prior to the conference. Email [email protected] if you need a password reset or new invitation. You must be logged in to the app in order to access certain features, such as the links for virtual sessions and the ability for presenters to edit session descriptions. Please note that session times and rooms are subject to change.
Cancelling registration
If you need to cancel your registration, please message [email protected] in order to get support. Payments for cancellations made prior to June 1, 2026 will be refunded minus a $30 cancellation fee. Payments for cancellations made after June 1, 2026 will be refunded minus a $100 cancellation fee. If you need to modify any portion of your registration, you may do so up until June 15, 2026. After June 15th please contact the conference organizers at [email protected] for assistance.
Located in the Glenn Miller Ballroom at University Memorial Center, Level 2, Boulder, CO
