July 12-16, 2026
Lake Charles Event Center
Lake Charles, LA
There!
Call 866-580-7444 and provide Group Code SLARW26
Or online at www.llakecharles.com and enter the group code SLARW26
**Discounted LRWA Conference Rate: $159.00**
Please note that a daily resort fee of $20.99, plus 15.75% tax, will be applied to your reservation.
If your company or system is tax-exempt, you must inform the hotel and complete all required paperwork before checking in.
To take advantage of the discounted rate, please make your reservations by 8:00 AM on June 19, 2026.
All reservations must be guaranteed with a first-night deposit or secured with a credit card. Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours before arrival to avoid being charged for the first night’s room and tax. If your organization is tax-exempt, please inform the hotel during the reservation process and submit your tax-exempt paperwork before your arrival. This will help ensure a smoother check-in experience for attendees.
The resort fee includes access to the pool and lazy river, pool towel usage, guest room Wi-Fi, fitness center access, bottled water, in-room coffee, unlimited local calls, overnight valet parking, and turndown service upon request.
**Additional Information: **
– Maximum occupancy: 4 guests per room
– Check-in time: 4:00 PM
– Check-out time: 11:00 AM
Once the LRWA room block at L’Auberge Casino Resort reaches capacity, we cannot guarantee additional rooms will be available. Our contact at the hotel has allocated a limited number of rooms specifically for LRWA.
Candlewood Suites
1105 West Prien Lake Road
Lake Charles, LA 70601
337-478-8008
Group Code:
LRWA Annual Convention
Group Rate:
$119.00 (Single Queen)
or
$129.00 (Double Queen)
Online booking link:
Candlewood Suites online
Reservations must be made before 6/12/26
Reservations must be cancelled within 24 hours before arrival to avoid a cancellation penalty of one night’s stay.
Check in 3:00 PM / Check out 12:00 PM
Hampton by Hilton
3175 Holly Hill Road
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 480-6443
Group Code:
LRW
Group Rate:
$144.00 (One King or Two Queens)
Online booking link:
Hampton Inn Online
Reservations must be made before 6/19/26
Reservations must be cancelled within 48 hours before arrival to avoid a cancellation penalty of one night’s stay.
Check in 3:00 PM / Check out 11:00 AM
Wingate by Wyndham
1731 West Prien Lake Road
Lake Charles, LA 70601
337-502-5112
Group Code:
Rural Water Association 2026 — 071226RUR
Group Rate:
$109 (King or Two Queen)
Online booking link:
Wingate by Wyndham Lake Charles Casino Area | Lake Charles, LA Hotels
(online group rate code 071226RUR)
Reservations must be made before 6/25/26
The Marco Hotel Lake Charles
401 North Lakeshore Drive
Lake Charles LA 70601
(337) 439-2444
This hotel is close to the Event Center, but they did not offer LRWA any discount rooms this year.
Ballroom on the 1st floor
Name badges will only be printed at the conference (Event Center) and will not be available at L'Auberge.
Join us at the L’Auberge Casino Resort on Wednesday, July 15th, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM for an unforgettable evening. Enjoy live music, delicious appetizers, and a variety of beverages while networking and building lasting connections. The event will take place in Ballroom on the first floor.
Alcohol will be served at this event. To receive a special wristband, you must be 21 years old or older.
We look forward to seeing you there!
LRWA is seeking monetary assistance to help offset event-related expenses. Without your support, this event would not be possible.
If your company would like to contribute, please feel free to contact the LRWA office at 800-256-2591.
Contributions may also be made online by clicking the button below to visit the Exhibitor page on our website. Please scroll to the “Tickets” section to complete the online form for credit card payment.
Thank you for your consideration and continued support of LRWA.
Thursday, July 16
LRWA is inviting exhibitors to deliver a 30-minute demonstration or presentation at our Annual Conference, taking place July 14-17, 2025, at the Lake Charles Event Center in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
We are seeking engaging and informative topics relevant to the water and wastewater industry, including but not limited to:
- Emerging technologies
- Security and cybersecurity
- Utility management
- Board training and governance
- Regulatory updates and best practices
This conference offers an exceptional platform for education and networking, bringing together utility managers, town council members, and utility board members from across Louisiana. Attendees will gain valuable insights into all aspects of the water and wastewater sectors, from operations to management and regulation.
If you are interested in volunteering as a presenter, please complete the form below. The deadline for conference presentation submissions is May 22, 2026. After this date, LRWA will schedule exhibitors into 30-minute presentation slots based on topic and availability.
Join us in making this year’s LRWA Annual Conference a success by sharing your expertise and innovations with industry professionals!
Click below to complete the online presentation request form
Deadline for awards nominations has been reached. Consider nominating in 2027.
The Louisiana Rural Water Association is seeking the highest quality drinking water from a Public Water System to represent Louisiana’s rural water systems in a national competition in Washington, DC for 2027!
The taste test will be held at the LRWA office in Kinder on Wednesday, May 27th. All entries will be judged, and the winner will be announced during our Annual Conference at the Awards Luncheon Ceremony on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
**Is Your Water a Champion? Put it to the test!**
Taste Test Rules:
– System must be a member of LRWA.
– System must have a grade score of 70 or higher
– Participants should use a quart-sized glass container.
– Do not fill the glass container to the top.
– Do not chill the water.
– Label the container with the system name, contact person, and contact phone number.
– An entry form must be submitted by Wednesday, May 20, 2026
– Water must be received by Thursday, May 21st, before 3pm. It can be brought or mailed to LRWA at 1325 3rd Ave., Kinder, LA 70648.
You may submit your entry in Word Document or PDF format via email at lsonnier@lrwa.org or fax it to 337-738-5620.
Click below on the form format you wish to complete.
