2026 Spring Meeting

The 2026 Aluminum Association Spring Meeting will be held at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa in Cedar Creek, Texas, April 22 -24. For those who plan to participate in the golf tournament, please note it will be held at 1:30pm CT on Tuesday, April 21st.

The discounted conference room rate is $329 (plus resort fees, taxes, etc.) Please be sure to reserve your room before March 31, 2026 to take advantage of the discounted rate. 

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa
575 Hyatt Lost Pines Road
Cedar Creek, Texas
Phone: 512-308-1234
Online Reservations

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

• 1:30pm - 6:00pm - Golf Tournament
• 6:30pm - 7:30pm - Golf Tournament Reception

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

• 8:30am - 9:30am - Government Affairs Committee (closed)
• 9:45am - 10:45am - TAC Committee (closed)
• 11:00am - 12:00pm - ATG Committee (closed)
• 11:00am - 12:00pm - First Time Attendees and New Members Meeting
• 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Welcome Networking Lunch
• 1:00pm - 2:00pm - Heavy Truck Committee
• 1:00pm - 2:00pm - Foil Committee (closed)
• 2:15pm - 3:15pm - Government Affairs Committee
• 3:30pm - 4:30pm - Sustainability Advisory Council
• 4:45pm - 6:15pm - Executive Committee (closed)
• 4:45pm - 5:45pm - Associate Member Committee
• 6:00pm - 6:30pm - First-Time Attendees and New Members Reception w/Board of Directors
• 6:30pm - 7:30pm - Reception
• 7:15pm - 8:15pm - Board of Directors Dinner (closed)

Thursday, April 23, 2026

• 7:30am - 9:00am - Associate and Executive Committee Breakfast
• 8:00am - 9:00am - General Breakfast
• 9:15am - 10:15am - Sheet and Plate Committee
• 10:30am - 11:30am - Secondary Producers Committee (closed)
• 10:30am - 11:30am - Building and Construction Committee
• 11:45am - 12:45pm - Networking Lunch
• 1:00pm - 2:00pm - General Session
• 2:00pm - 5:00pm - Fun Activity (To be announced in early 2026)
• 6:30pm - 7:30pm - Reception
• 7:30pm - 9:00pm - Dinner

Friday, April 24, 2026

• 8:00am - 8:45am - Breakfast
• 8:00am - 10:00am - Can Sheet Producers (closed)
• 10:15am - 11:15am - General Session
• 11:30am - 1:30pm - Board of Directors Meeting (closed)

What is the registration rate to attend?

The registration rate is $2,150. There is an early bird discount of $125 until December 31, 2025. 

Do you offer a group discount on registration?

Yes, groups that register 3 or more people (at the same time) will receive a $200 discount off the third registrant and any additional registrants after that. To obtain the discount code, please contact Jennifer Bell at jbell@aluminum.org. 

What is the cancellation policy?

All cancelation requests must be made in writing to Jennifer Bell at jbell@aluminum.org. The deadline for receiving a 100% refund is March 20, 2026. The deadline for receiving a 50% refund is April 7, 2026. No refunds will be issued after April 7, 2026. 

Can my spouse attend? If so, what may they attend?

Yes, you have the option to register your spouse as a guest. The registration rate is $350. Registered spouses may attend:

• The Wednesday Welcome Reception
• The Spouse/Guest Activity and Lunch
• The Thursday Evening Reception and Dinner

Only spouses who are registered may participate in event activities. 

I am interested in sponsoring the event. How do I do so?

To sponsor the 2026 Spring Meeting, please contact Jennifer Bell at jbell@aluminum.org 

What is the dress code?

The dress code for the 2026 Spring Meeting is Business Casual. Attendees typically wear blazers and slacks, as well as polos and khakis. For the fun activity, attendees typically change into jeans and tennis shoes. 

What is the nearest airport to the conference venue?

The 2026 Spring Meeting will be held at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa in Cedar Creek, Texas. The closest airport is the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), located 16.7 miles from the property. It is about a 28-minute cab ride to the property.