PHXDW 2026: Orbit Reception

Join us after Day One of the PHXDW Conference for a reception with the keynote speakers, book signings, creative activities, and fun. Relax after the first day of PHXDW "Orbit" Conference sessions at an after-conference reception. Rub elbows with our keynote and breakout speakers, sample some snacks, step up to the cash bar, check out the merch at the Pop-Up Shops, and catch up with friends. Activities include: • Book Signing of Being HumanKind with Justin Ahrens • View the national Get Out The Vote poster exhibition on site • Join us for a special PHXDW edition of Drink-N-Draw PHX Not planning to attend the PHXDW Conference? Come on down anyway! We'd love to see our creative community show up in person and get a taste of the PHXDW experience, too. Non-conference attendees as well as plus-one friends & family of attendees are also invited to purchase general admission to attend just this event; kids are welcome to attend for free with their parents. Admission: • FREE for PHXDW 2026 conference pass holders, with RSVP. Have your order confirmation number ready for the order form. • BONUS FOR AIGA MEMBERS: Show your membership ID / conference badge for one free drink from the bar. • $20 General Admission general public / $10 AIGA member • Kids 15 and under are free in attendance with a parent or guardian. Includes after-hours entrance to the convention center, light refreshments, and a cashless cash bar will also be available, please be prepared to pay electronically. Parking: The Jefferson Street Garage is the closest to the venue. Other garages and street parking are available nearby, with the nearest light rail stops at 3rd St./Washington, 3rd St./Jefferson and Central/Washington. ––– WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND AIGA AZ EVENTS? • You may learn some stuff • You’ll definitely meet some cool people • We like to give away freebies • Networking can help further your career, no matter where you are on that journey • It’s how you learn about volunteer opportunities—from joining the board to mentorship • It means supporting us, which means supporting our creative community so we can bring you bigger and better programs all year long GOTTA HAVE FINE PRINT • Speakers’ presentations and viewpoints are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of AIGA Arizona. We are not responsible for the content of every presentation; please be aware that adult language, visuals or topics may sometimes be included. • Your registration constitutes permission to use photos, audio, and video recording taken of you at the event for promotional and educational purposes in connection with AIGA Arizona, and places you on the master mailing list. • AIGA Arizona follow the AIGA Code of Conduct. We reserve the right to refuse admittance for violations of this Code, or other unlawful or disruptive actions. Any concerns should be addressed to the AIGA Arizona president. • Phoenix Design Week is a non-profit event , wholly owned and presented by AIGA Arizona, a 501(c)(3) organization.