Special Events
Keep a full and fun schedule at this year’s conference with a range of activities for everyone!
REGIception
As you pick up your conference badge, join us for fun and prizes during REGIception. Enjoy light appetizers and beverages as you meet and mingle with attendees!
Welcome Reception
Celebrate the opening of the Exhibit Hall with a grand reception on Wednesday, September 18. Network while enjoying hors d'oeuvres and specialty drinks.
Demo Area
Watch as fabulous trainers demonstrate live trick training. Also, learn how to improve your canine's fitness level and/or solve problem behaviors in the home.
Learning Labs
FREE for attendees! Participate in our special learning labs and actively engage on topics of interest. Three different learning labs will be offered.
Yappy Hour
We celebrate the 2024 conference and the closing of the Exhibit Hall with the Yappy Hour Closing Reception on September 20.
Early Morning Riser Walks with the CVB
Come and join us as we walk through Downtown Riverside where rich history is spread throughout. Guided tours provided.
Author Signing
Many speakers at the APDT conference are also authors. Don’t miss your chance to get your book signed at conference!
R+ Tickets
Click it with a ticket! When you see someone doing something you like at conference, enter them into our drawing with an R+ ticket!