University of Iowa | June 17-18, 2026 | Big Ten & Friends Landscape Managers Conference
The University of Iowa is proud to host the 2026 Big Ten & Friends Landscape Conference. The annual conference, established in 1972, gathers landscape professionals across Big Ten universities and beyond to learn, grow, and share new and innovative skills to continue enhancing, designing, and efficiently managing university landscapes.
This year’s annual conference is on June 17-18, 2026. Events will take place across the UI campus and the Hilton Garden Inn in downtown Iowa City, IA.
This conference is managed by Facilities Management's Landscape Services department.
Conference Details
Event Registration
More information coming soon!
Registration for this event will close on June 18, 2026.
Hotel Accommodations
Hotel accommodations for the 2026 conference are available through the Hilton Garden Inn located in downtown Iowa City.
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
328 S. Clinton St. Iowa City, Iowa 52240 USA
Dates: June 16-19, 2026
Group Code: 920
*To ensure access to the group rate, please book your stay no later than May 1, 2026.
Parking
Self-parking is available at a $15.00 per night rate
Travel Accommodations
Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) — Cedar Rapids, IA
Address: 2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-8952
Distance to Iowa City: 30 minutes
Airport Code: CID
Useful Links:
- Airport Official Website: https://flycid.com/
- Flight Status & Schedules: https://flycid.com/travel/flight-status/
- Airlines & Non-Stop Flights: https://flycid.com/travel/airlines-nonstops/
- Ground Transportation & Shuttles: https://flycid.com/travel/ground-transportation/
Ground Transportation Options:
Ground transportation services include shuttle service, concierge/limo shuttles, taxis, rideshare (Uber/Lyft), and bus options for trips to and from the airport.
Quad Cities International Airport (MLI) — Moline, IL
Address: 2200 George Kirk Dr., Moline, IL 61265
Distance to Iowa City: 60 minutes
Airport Code: MLI
Useful Links:
- Airport Official Website: https://www.qcairport.com/
- Arrivals/Departures & Flights Info: https://www.qcairport.com/flights/
- Parking & Ground Transportation: https://www.qcairport.com/parking-transportation/
Ground Transportation & Parking:
MLI offers a range of ground transportation options, including public transit link via Quad Cities MetroLINK, taxi/ride share services, and rental cars.
Schedule and Speakers
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Things To Do
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