Denver Activities
The AGA has arranged the following additional activities while we are in Denver:
Meow Wolf — Convergence Station
Tuesday, October 6th | 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Meow Wolf — Denver's most extraordinary immersive art experience, where reality bends and imagination takes over. Explore a massive multi-story environment filled with interactive installations, hidden passageways, and mind-bending art created by hundreds of local and national artists. It's the perfect way to kick off TechForum 2026!
Buses depart from the Grand Hyatt Denver at noon — please be in the lobby no later than 9:30 am as buses will leave on time.
Includes: transportation and admission.
Golden Casino Night
Tuesday, October 6th | 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Crystal Peak ABC
Cap off the first day of TechForum 2026 with an exciting evening of casino-style games, networking, and friendly competition. Try your luck at the tables, compete for the Golden High Roller title on the standings leaderboard, and cash in your chips at the Golden Exchange Prize Booth for special 50th Anniversary swag. Learn more about the Golden Casino Night.
AZZ Galvanizing Plant Tour
Wednesday, October 7th | 1:00pm – 3:30pm
AZZ Denver — Get an up-close look at hot-dip galvanizing in action with a guided tour of AZZ's Denver facility. See the full galvanizing process from start to finish and connect with industry peers in a hands-on setting.
Buses depart from the Grand Hyatt Denver at 1:00pm sharp.
Includes: transportation and guided tour.
Please wear closed-toe shoes and attire appropriate for an industrial facility. Hard hats will be provided.
WiG Meeting & Happy Hour
Wednesday, October 7th | 5:00pm – 6:00pm | Crystal Peak Pre-Function
Women in Galvanizing members are invited to connect, network, and enjoy drinks before the evening social event. All are welcome!
Social Event — Holey Moley Golf Club
Wednesday, October 7th | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Holey Moley Golf Club — Get ready for a night of fun, friendly competition, and great company at Holey Moley Denver! This larger-than-life mini golf experience features pop culture-themed holes, creative obstacles, and plenty of laughs. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or a first-timer, Holey Moley is the perfect way to unwind after a full day of sessions and a plant tour.
Includes: transportation and admission.
Master Galvanizer Session
Thursday, October 8th | 1:30pm – 4:30pm | Capitol Peak A/B
Thursday, October 8th | 1:30pm – 4:30pm | Capitol Peak A/B
Alana Fossa will be presenting Master Galvanizer Seminar #1: Overview of the Galvanizing Process, Quality, and Inspection. Interested attendees should be prepared to learn and This is great training for new personnel in the industry and after 4 years of taking the course at TechFoum, you could become a full Master Galvanizer. Training agenda for Seminar #1 includes:
Master Galvanizer Session
Thursday, October 8th | 1:30pm – 4:30pm | Capitol Peak A/B
Alana Fossa will be presenting Master Galvanizer Seminar #1: Overview of the Galvanizing Process, Quality, and Inspection. Interested attendees should be prepared to learn and This is great training for new personnel in the industry and after 4 years of taking the course at TechFoum, you could become a full Master Galvanizer. Training agenda for Seminar #1 includes:
- Basics of Corrosion Protection
- HDG Performance
- Galvanizing Process Flow Description
- Galvanizing Process Impact on Coating Development
- Quality Management
- Surface Defects: Appearance vs. Corrosion
- Inspection and Quality Control
