Special Events
These events provide an opportunity for attendees to meet their peers in a fun and educational environment.
Special Events
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All Special Events are Free with purchase of a CVP or Day Pass unless noted. Registration for ticketed special events opens October 13, 2025 to those who have have given $300 or more since January 1, 2025 to HGA and October 20, 2025 for those who have given $100 or more since January 1. General registration opens on October 27, 2025.
Cancellations: Convergence® Day Passes and tickets purchased for Convergence® Special Events (Fashion Show, Keynote Presentation, Juror’s Talks, etc.) are non-refundable.
Special events subject to change
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Friday, August 14, 2026
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Cancellations
Tickets purchased for Convergence® Special Events (Fashion Show, Keynote Presentation, Tours, Juror Talks, etc.) are non-refundable.
Special Interest Meetings & Gatherings
HGA’s Convergence® conference is the perfect place to meet face-to-face with others who share your interest in fibers and textile techniques. Join in a meeting and make new friends.
Nonprofit groups who hold Affiliate Guild or Professional Organization Memberships with HGA are encouraged to meet during Convergence®. Meetings hosted by these groups are open to everyone. For more information about the meetings and the topics covered, please contact the individual groups.