Follow these steps to add a special event to your registration:

1. Visit the My Event Registrations page.
2. Follow the prompts to sign in to your CREDA account if you haven't already signed in.
3. Under "My Corporate Event Registration," find CREDA Conference 2026 and click on it.
4. Hit the green Edit Registration button under your name. Confirm your information and then hit “Next Step.”
5. Scroll down to find the tour or special event you'd like to register for and click the check box next to it. Once finished, select "Next Step" at the bottom of the screen.
6. Follow the prompts to check out and complete payment.

If you need assistance adding a special event to your registration, please contact the CREDA Education team at education@credaglobal.org or by phone at 703-904-7100.

Workshop

Leading with AI: A Practical Framework for Commercial Real Estate

Monday, Oct. 5, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Location: Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel, Denver, Colorado
Ticketed event; $299 USD / $418 CAD

Master the practical use of AI tools for commercial real estate workflows in this hands-on workshop. Led by Topher Stephenson, CRE tech consultant and co-founder of CRE AI Studio, you'll move past the hype and learn what AI can help you accomplish in CRE today.

Through live demonstrations and practical exercises, you will learn how to:

• Build a strong foundation in AI fundamentals and prompting best practices.
• Use AI to streamline tasks such as market research, site selection, document analysis, underwriting and investment analysis.
• Create marketing materials, presentations and other business deliverables more efficiently.

You'll leave with:

• A practical framework for integrating AI into your daily work.
• Customizable prompts, templates and workflows you can begin using immediately.
• Actionable techniques to increase productivity and improve decision-making across your CRE responsibilities.

Local Tours and Networking Events

*Tour times are subject to change.

Golden's Next Chapter: How a Historic Community is Shaping Its Future

Monday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Bus departs at 9:15 a.m.
Ticketed event; $135 USD / $189 CAN

Experience how a historic Front Range community is balancing growth, innovation and quality of life through thoughtful development and redevelopment. This tour explores the transformation of legacy properties, the influence of higher education and research institutions, and the role of mixed-use projects in supporting economic growth. Attendees will also see how outdoor recreation and community identity continue to shape investment and development decisions. Lunch will be provided.

Unlocking Opportunity in Denver's Urban Industrial Market

Monday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Bus departs at 9:15 a.m.
Ticketed event; $125 USD / $175 CAN

Explore Denver's Interstate 25 industrial corridor, where strong occupier demand, limited land availability and urban infill constraints are shaping one of the metro’s most compelling growth stories for developers, brokers and investors. Stretching from established infill industrial districts to emerging distribution hubs, this tour highlights a mix of shallow bay, manufacturing, service and next-generation logistics properties while examining the strategies developers are using to identify opportunities, assemble sites and deliver new product in one of the region's most competitive industrial markets.

Boulder Showcase: The Innovation Capital of the Rockies

Monday, Oct. 5, 9:15 a.m. - 3 p.m., Bus departs at 9:30 a.m.
Ticketed event; $135 USD / $189 CAN

Discover how Boulder continues to attract investment, talent and innovation through a combination of mixed-use development, experiential hospitality and emerging life sciences and technology clusters. This tour explores the evolution of districts that blend office, residential, research and community uses to create highly desirable places to live and work. Attendees will gain perspective on how development is supporting one of the country's most innovation-driven regional economies. Lunch will be provided.

RiNo: Developing in Denver's Most Dynamic Urban Neighborhood

Monday, Oct. 5, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., Bus departs at 9:45 a.m.
Ticketed event; $125 USD / $175 CAN

Explore River North (“RiNo”), one of Denver's fastest-evolving neighborhoods and see how developers are delivering next-generation office, residential and mixed-use projects in a highly competitive market. The tour will highlight the role of design, amenities, hospitality-inspired experiences and neighborhood identity in attracting tenants and residents. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how urban districts are adapting to changing workplace, housing and lifestyle preferences.

National Western Center Transformation: Where Denver's Past Meets Its Future

Monday, Oct. 5, 12:15 - 5:30 p.m., Bus departs at 12:30 p.m.
Ticketed event; $135 USD / $189 CAN

Explore one of Denver's most ambitious redevelopment efforts and see how historic preservation, adaptive reuse and innovation can work together to create a new destination district. This walking tour highlights the transformation of legacy assets across the National Western campus into spaces that support education, research, culture and economic development. Attendees will gain insight into the partnerships, vision and long-term planning required to deliver complex, community-focused redevelopment projects. The Legacy Building at the National Western Center Complex won the 2026 Innovative Development Award from CREDA Colorado.

Cherry Creek Walking Tour: The Luxury Growth Machine

Monday, Oct. 5, 12:45 - 5:30 p.m., Bus departs at 1 p.m.
Ticketed event; $135 USD / $189 CAN

This tour will showcase one of the nation’s most sought-after submarkets and Denver’s premier mixed-use district where best-in-class residential, office and hospitality developments are redefining urban retail and workplace environments. The tour begins at a landmark office development, where a panel of leading developers will discuss current projects, the factors driving the district’s success, and how thoughtful planning, strong design partnerships and high-quality construction continue to attract top retailers and restaurants. With some of the highest office and ground-floor retail rents in the Mountain West, the area offers a compelling case study in mixed-use development and placemaking. Following the discussion, attendees will receive a map and can explore the neighborhood on foot, experiencing firsthand the projects, public spaces and amenities that have made it one of Denver’s most vibrant destinations. The tour concludes with cocktails and light bites at a stylish local venue before returning to the hotel by bus.

Walking Tour: Downtown Denver's Comeback Story

Monday, Oct. 5, 12:45 - 5 p.m., Tour departs at 1 p.m.
Ticketed event; $135 USD / $189 CAN

Begin at Denver’s historic Union Station, where guides from Union Station Alliance and Sage Hospitality will provide an insider look at the celebrated adaptive reuse of the 1914 rail terminal into a vibrant hub of hospitality, dining and public gathering. Next, walk to Skyline Park to hear from the Downtown Denver Partnership about the vision for this key downtown destination, along with updates from the Downtown Denver Development Authority on activity along 16th Street, including Denver Pavilions. The tour concludes at Populus, North America’s first carbon-positive hotel. Representatives from Urban Villages will share the story behind this landmark project before attendees enjoy rooftop cocktails and panoramic views of the Denver skyline.

Sports and Entertainment Districts Transforming Denver

Monday, Oct. 5, 1 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., Tour departs at 1:15 p.m.
Ticketed event; $135 USD / $189 CAN

Explore how major sports and entertainment venues are reshaping urban development and creating entirely new neighborhoods. This walking tour examines the planning, financing and execution of large-scale mixed-use districts that integrate residential, office, retail, hospitality and public gathering spaces. Attendees will hear from a panel of experts how developers are leveraging professional sports, entertainment and placemaking to drive investment, activate underutilized land and create year-round destinations. 

Networking

The Pickleball Social

Monday, Oct. 5, 1:30-5:15 p.m.
Ticketed event; $125 USD / $175 CAN

Get ready to serve, rally and connect in the heart of Denver. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this fun, social event combines friendly competition with meaningful networking opportunities. Bring your own paddle or borrow one on-site at our indoor pickleball venue, step into the kitchen and enjoy an afternoon of dinks, drives and great conversations with fellow attendees. Space is limited to 50 participants.

Sponsored by Ryan Companies US, Inc.

Proceeds from the Pickleball Social will benefit the CREDA Research Foundation. For U.S. participants, the estimated fair market value of the goods and services provided in connection with your event registration equals or exceeds your registration fee. As a result, your registration fee is not tax-deductible. Any voluntary charitable contribution made separately from your registration fee may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law, provided no goods or services are received in exchange for that contribution. Tax benefits are not available for participants outside of the U.S. Download the Foundation’s research and support our mission: credaresearch.foundation. 

Developing Leaders Exclusive Party at BEZEL Bar

Monday, Oct. 5, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Location: BEZEL Bar, Sheraton Denver
Ticketed event; $75 USD / $105 CAN

Registration limited to Developing Leader members (aged 35 and under) only.

Kick off the conference with an exclusive evening designed for Developing Leaders at BEZEL Bar, the conference hotel’s stylish cocktail destination. Connect with peers from across North America in a relaxed setting while enjoying curated tastings from local breweries, great food and lively conversation. Whether you're attending your first conference or reconnecting with colleagues from across the chapter network, this event offers the perfect opportunity to expand your professional network, exchange ideas and build relationships with the next generation of commercial real estate leaders. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early for this popular conference tradition.

CREDA Downtown Denver Fun Run and Walk

Tuesday, Oct. 6, 6:15-7:15 a.m. Group departs promptly at 6:15 a.m.
Location: Begins and ends at Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel
Ticketed event; $20 USD / $30 CAD

Kick off the conference by exploring downtown Denver with fellow attendees during a guided Fun Run and Walk led by local experts from Go! Running Tours. Participants can take part in an approximately 5K (3-mile) run or 3K (1.5-mile) walk as local guides share local stories, highlight notable landmarks, stop for photos, and encourage conversation between attendees before the day’s conference programming begins. All paces are welcome! Whether you are an experienced runner or simply looking for a scenic morning walk, this non-competitive experience is designed for everyone. There will be no official timing or race bibs.

Space is limited to 50 participants; advanced registration is required.

Please note that participants will be required to complete a waiver prior to participating. Final route details and participant instructions will be shared closer to the event.

Interested in sponsoring the CREDA Downtown Denver Fun Run and Walk? Contact the CREDA team to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.