AZA IT 2026
October 12-13, 2026
Hosted by the Detroit Zoological Society
$300.00
Two Days Built for Zoo IT
AZA IT 2026 brings information technology professionals from accredited institutions together in metro Detroit for two days of engaging presentations, real solutions and peer networking. Beyond the sessions, you’ll get to explore the Detroit Zoo, Belle Isle Nature Center and Belle Isle Aquarium.
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Detroit Zoo
Your conference venue this October is one of Michigan’s largest paid family attractions, welcoming 1.3 million guests annually. More than 2,000 animals representing more than 200 species call the Zoo’s 125 acres home.
Belle Isle Nature Center
Five acres of free nature education tucked inside Belle Isle Park in Detroit. The Nature Center connects guests to the city's urban wildlife — think mudpuppies, bumblebees and a replica sewer tunnel — where humans, infrastructure and nature all intersect.
Conference Details
- Dates: October 12-13, 2026
- Registration: $300
Included with Registration
- Breakfast and lunch both days
- Dinner Monday evening (off-grounds)
- Transportation between the hotel and all conference locations
Hotel Accommodations
Hyatt Place Royal Oak is offering a special $159/night rate for conference attendees. But book early—the rate is only available while the hotel is below 80% occupancy. Once that threshold is reached, standard pricing applies.
To reserve your room:
- Visit Hyatt.com
Enter the Royal Oak location + select your dates - Choose “Corporate or Group Code” from the down-down menu
- Enter the corporate rate number provided in the email from our IT team
Didn’t receive it? Contact us at [email protected]
Want to Present?
We’re building the schedule now and want to hear from you! If you have a topic, case study or a solution worth sharing, reach out to [email protected] with the details.
Join Us in October
A formal schedule will be emailed to registered participants and current ITAZA group members as the conference approaches.
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There are several levels to choose from, all of which provide valuable exposure and benefits.