2026 CGMC Summer Conference Exhibitor & Sponsor Registration

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EXHIBIT AT THE 2026 CGMC SUMMER CONFERENCE IN NEW ULM!

Registration is now open to exhibit at the 2026 CGMC Summer Conference! Don’t miss this opportunity to network with more than 100 city elected officials and staff from throughout Greater Minnesota.

Register before May 15, 2026 to receive an early registration discount!

About the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities

The Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy organization with 120 member cities from throughout Greater Minnesota. Our mission is to develop viable, progressive communities through strong economic growth and good local government.

About the CGMC Summer Conference

The annual CGMC Summer Conference brings together more than 100 staff and elected officials from our member cities, as well as legislators, policymakers, and other leaders from throughout the state, to recap the previous legislative session and learn more about the issues that impact their communities. In addition to the trade show, the three-day event features educational sessions, tours of the host community, networking opportunities, social events, and the annual CGMC Legislative Awards Dinner, where the Coalition recognizes policymakers, city leaders, and Greater Minnesota allies that have made notable contributions or achievements to Greater Minnesota.

Who typically attends the CGMC Summer Conference?

Mayors, councilmembers, city administrators, and other city staff from CGMC member cities. In 2025, more than 100 people representing 40 cities attended the conference. A complete list of current CGMC member cities is available here.

EXHIBIT HALL DETAILS

The 2026 Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities Summer Conference will be held at the New Ulm Conference Center in New Ulm, Minnesota from July 22-24, 2026. The Exhibit Hall will be open on Thursday, July 23.

Presenting sponsors should check their emails for more information about early check-in and Wednesday evening activities.

Exhibitor Schedule

The below schedule is tentative and subject to change based on the final agenda.

Wednesday, July 22

3pm-4pm - Presenting Sponsor check-in at the New Ulm Conference Center

5pm - Presenting Sponsor dinner & activity (transportation provided)

Thursday, July 23

8:00am – General exhibitor registration and setup open

Light breakfast will be provided to exhibitors from 8am to 10am.

10:30am – Exhibit hall opens

The exhibit hall will be open from 10:30am to 3pm (subject to change) on Thursday, July 23. During that time period, there will be several dedicated time slots for exhibitors between conference sessions and meals. All exhibitors are invited to sit in on conference sessions and join attendees for lunch on Thursday.

3:00pm – Exhibit hall closes

Vendors begin teardown.

5:00pm – Cocktail Reception and Legislative Awards Dinner at Turner Hall

Exhibitors are invited to join attendees for the Cocktail Reception and the Legislative Awards Dinner. Transportation will be provided between the New Ulm Conference Center and Turner Hall.

Check-In & Setup

Exhibitors can check in and set up their booths from 8am to 10:30am on Thursday, July 23. Your booth materials and name tags will be available at your booth when you arrive.

Parking & Loading

Parking is available for free at the New Ulm Conference Center. Exhibitors should load through the Tavern 507 entrance (attached to the conference center). 

Tear Down 

All exhibit equipment must be torn down by 5pm on Thursday, July 23.

Booth Specifications & Equipment

All booths will have a 6-foot table and two chairs. If you indicated that you needed electrical access during registration, there will be an electrical connection available at your booth. There is no separator between booths in the same row. Booths will have pipe-and-drape or a wall behind them. 

Name tags and exhibitor packets will be at each booth upon arrival.

EXHIBITOR LEVELS & PRICING

Conference Exhibitor - $750 ($650 with early registration before May 15, 2026)

Includes:

• 6-foot table with 2 chairs
• Basic listing, including company logo, description and contact information, in vendor guide
• Listing in online exhibitor directory
• Two exhibitor attendee registrations for Thursday, July 23 including meals and beverages
• Two tickets to the cocktail reception and Legislative Awards Dinner on Thursday, July 23
• Access to conference attendee list

Additional exhibitor attendee registrations are available for $75 per person.

Presenting Sponsor - $1,250 ($1,000 with early registration before May 15, 2026)

Includes everything at the Conference Exhibitor level, as well as:

• Two tickets to dinner and activities with conference attendees on Wednesday, July 22
• Premium listing, including company logo, description, and contact information, in vendor guide
• Logo included in event emails and on event registration page
• Logo included in conference slide show
• Recognition in Legislative Awards Dinner program
• Early registration access for future CGMC events
• Access to exclusive additional sponsorship opportunities

Additional exhibitor attendee registrations are available for $75 per person.

LODGING INFORMATION

The CGMC has a block of rooms at the Best Western Plus New Ulm (attached to the conference center). 

Click here to book your room before June 23, 2026.

Please note that presenting sponsors will have additional opportunities for conference participation on the evening of Wednesday, July 22 and may want to plan their hotel reservations accordingly.