August 12-16, 2026Let the good times roll for 2026! HGA is excited to announce Convergence® will be held August 12-16, 2026. Keep checking back to this website, watch for announcements in Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot, and look for emails with more information about the 2026 conference.

Welcome to the ultimate international fiber art experience: Handweavers Guild of America, Inc.’s (HGA) Convergence® conference! We’ve planned an exciting week of activities and events. Join fellow fiber art enthusiasts in the immersive Convergence® experience:

• Feel inspired by exhibits featuring the work of artists from around the world
• Indulge in seminars and workshops taught by prestigious and innovative leaders in the fiber arts
• Build your community with old friends and new ones at the fashion show and various special events
• Embark on a tour to private artist studios and behind-the-scenes textile experiences
• Roam the fiber art marketplace shopping for the latest tools, materials, yarn, and more

Convergence® will be held at the Sheraton in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Experience the unmatched beauty of New Orleans—where history, music, food, and celebration come together like nowhere else in the United States. From the lively sounds of jazz in the French Quarter to stunning Creole architecture, mouthwatering cuisine, and world-famous festivals, this city captivates at every turn. Whether you're strolling under the oak trees, savoring beignets, or dancing in a second line parade, there's no place quite like NOLA.

New Orleans' award-winning airport, Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport (MSY), currently hosts 15 airlines, serving over 50 nonstop destinations.

The New Orleans Streetcar offers easy transportation to explore many of New Orleans’ popular districts and businesses.

New for 2026:

• Roommate Finder: Attendees interested in finding a roommate can fill out the Roommate Finder form to add their name to the list of attendees looking for a roommate.
• Speedy Registration & Name Badges: We have upgraded our registration process on-site to speed up the check-in process. Attendees will receive name badges with a QR code that will be scanned to admit them into events.
• Event App: Attendees will have access to an app to view their schedule, check out Marketplace vendors, and connect with other attendees. This app will be available before, during, and for the 90 days following Convergence®.