2025 event features product launches, latest technology, demos, interactive education, networking and more

Lawrence, Kan. (Sept. 24, 2024) – The GCSAA Conference and Trade Show returns to San Diego Feb. 3-6, 2025, with an interactive experience you won’t find anywhere else. The conference will be preceded by the annual GCSAA Golf Championships presented by Toro Feb. 1-3, 2025. Registration is now open at gcsaaconference.com.

The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) and presenting partners, the Golf Course Builders Association of America (GCBAA), United States Golf Association (USGA) and the American Society of Golf Course Architects (ASGCA), will offer a week of interactive education, hands-on experiences, golf events, product demonstrations, an interactive Sustainability Showcase and an expansive show floor featuring nearly 450 exhibitors.

The 2025 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show will be held at the San Diego Convention Center, and the GCSAA Golf Championships will be played at premier golf courses in the San Diego area including Torrey Pines (North and South), La Costa (North and South), Del Mar Country Club and Aviara Golf Club. After four golf events where GCSAA, GCBAA and ASGCA members have an opportunity to have fun, meet others and compete, the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show will open offering unparalleled professional development and networking opportunities for those who manage, own and build golf facilities as well as those companies that cater to golf facilities.

“After a highly successful show in Phoenix in 2024, our attendees and exhibitors are excited to return to San Diego, which consistently ranks among their favorite conference sites,” said Rhett Evans, GCSAA CEO. “The 2025 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show will see the return of the highly popular Interactive Facility Tours and an all-new Golf’s Sustainability Showcase. We’ll be expanding beyond the walls of the convention more than ever before while still providing a full lineup of education, interactive experiences, golf events and opportunities to source products and services.”

In addition to dedicated education and trade show time, each day of the GCSAA Conference will feature special events and opportunities.

• Monday, Feb. 3: The first day kicks off with hands-on education seminars, Power Hours and Interactive Facility Tours plus reconnecting with industry friends at the Welcome Reception, presented in partnership with Syngenta, on board the USS Midway.
• Tuesday, Feb. 4:  Day two starts early with the return of the Health in Action 5K, presented in partnership with Syngenta, and the rest of the day is designed to help attendees expand their horizons and forge relationships through even more education and networking to help them solve the biggest challenges golf operations face. Plus, attendees can visit Golf’s Sustainability Showcase, a joint effort of GCBAA, GCSAA, USGA and ASGCA to highlight golf’s commitment to environmental stewardship.
• Wednesday, Feb. 5: The GCSAA Sunrise Celebration, presented in partnership with Syngenta, starts off the day by recognizing inspiring leaders in the industry, including presentation of GCSAA’s highest member recognition, the 2025 Col. John Morley Award. Then the action moves to the trade show for the latest innovation in products and services. Wednesday night features events hosted by GCSAA-affiliated chapters.
• Thursday, Feb. 6: The final day is a celebration of achievements and friendships that will help attendees ride a wave of success for the coming year, which includes even more interactive opportunities on the trade show floor and the chance to demo products. Events will wrap up with the GCSAA Send-Off Celebration, presented in partnership with John Deere, featuring the 2025 GCSAA Old Tom Morris Award winner, an exciting keynote presentation and the GCSAA Collegiate Turf Bowl champions.

Attendees can secure their spot at the best price by registering at gcsaaconference.com during Early Bird registration through Oct. 13.