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Social and Optional Activities

Hospitality Suite
Wednesday, September 14, 2:00 - 5:00 PM
Thursday, September 15, 2:00 - 5:00 PM

Our hospitality hours on Wednesday and Thursday provide great opportunities for meeting and greeting fellow members and guests. Pick up your conference badge, grab a drink and a snack, and enjoy the view of Denver from our ninth-floor Royal Suite! 


Denver Microbrew & Graffiti Walking Tour - ★ Optional
Thursday, September 15, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Did you know that Denver is one of the best beer cities in the world? This private walking tour through the RiNo (River North) Art District will show you why. The guided one-mile stroll includes visits to several breweries, beer tastings, and lunch. Along the way, your guide will share scandalous Denver history and stories about the street art and murals that are prevalent in this area. The $140 per person fee includes transportation to and from the tour location, beer tastings, a souvenir glass, and lunch.


Welcome Reception
Thursday, September 15, 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Join us Thursday evening at Ellyngton’s in The Brown Palace for our time-honored tradition of starting the conference with good friends, good conversation, and plenty of food. The Welcome Reception is always a great evening with fastener friends. We look forward to seeing you there!


Brown Palace History Tour and Afternoon Tea - ★ Optional
Friday, September 16, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

You’ll start your morning with a private tour of The Brown Palace led by their historian and archivist. After the tour you’ll experience the iconic Brown Palace Afternoon Tea in the Atrium. You’ll enjoy a glass of Chandon Brut Kir Royale, tea of your choice, homemade scones served with Devonshire cream (shipped directly from England), finger sandwiches, and more all while listening to the soft sounds of the grand piano. The fee for this very special optional program is $65 per person.


TGIF Happy Hour at The Brown Palace
Friday, September 16, 5:00 - 6:30 PM

Tonight is the night to get out and visit Denver, but before you do, stop by for Happy Hour! We’ll have appetizers and a bar set up in the Ballroom Promenade from 5:00–6:30 PM. From here you can hook up with friends or venture out into the city. Not sure what to do? Click here for some ideas and favorite spots from the locals!


Breakfast & Bubbly
Saturday, September 17, 8:00 - 9:00 AM

Saturday morning we’ll ease into the day with breakfast and bubbly before our last two education sessions of the conference. All registered attendees and guests are invited!


Raffle Prizes
Saturday, September 17, 11:30 AM

Before we say goodbye to Denver, we’ll finish off the conference with a raffle prize drawing for those still in attendance. If you would like to donate a prize for the raffle, add it to your registration or email [email protected]


Pac-West COVID-19 Event Policy
Pacific-West Fastener Association is committed to protecting persons attending association meetings and events, including members, staff, guests, speakers, vendors, and other support personnel such as security guards, AV technicians, food service workers, and the like (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Attendees”).  As such, all event Attendees shall follow federal, state, and local guidelines regarding COVID-19 in effect at the time of the event.