SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CHAPTER EVENTS
2026 DATES
The American Public Works Association Southern California Chapter is gearing up for an exciting season of can’t-miss events designed to inspire, connect, and celebrate our incredible public works community! From dynamic educational programs and networking mixers to signature events like our annual awards and expo, there is something for everyone in the months ahead. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally, reconnect with colleagues, or support the next generation of leaders, now is the time to get involved.
Be sure to mark your calendars and stay tuned—SoCal APWA is bringing the energy, the innovation, and the community spirit all year long!
TWO DAYS! 4/15-16
SoCal Public Works Expo (including Watchbook Seminar) and lunch program, Carson
CLICK ON THE FLYERS BELOW TO REGISTER or CLICK HERE for full Expo details
4/15
Young Professionals Networking Reception
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4/18
Young Professionals Beach Cleanup (Seal Beach)
4/27-30
Greenbook Seminar, Virtual
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5/2
Young Professionals Finish The Run 5k (Griffith Park)
5/14
Young Professionals Speed Networking
5/17-23
National Public Works Week
5/26-28
PWI, Downey
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR MODULE 1
5/28
Lunch Program
Topic TBD
6/25
Lunch Program
Utilizing Technology in Public Sector
(AI traffic signal timing/ AI in construction management)
7/16
Young Professionals TopGolf Social
7/23
Lunch Program
Overview of ADA Issues, Rules, Regulations in Public Right of Way
8/date TBD
Young Professionals Technical Tour
8/1
Community Volunteer Event, Harvest Solutions Farm, Irvine
8/30-9/2
PWX, Houston TX
9/17
End of Summer Social
10/date TBD
Young Professionals Pet Literacy/Book Drive
10/8
Young Professionals Bridging the Gap: Public Works + Planning
10/13-15
PWI, Downey
10/22
Lunch Program
Leadership / Soft Skill – APWA National Speaker
11/12
Lunch Program
Field trip location TBD
11/20
Young Professionals LA Architecture Tour/Social
12/5
Young Professionals Joint ASCE CSULB Dream Big
12/10
B.E.S.T. Awards Luncheon, YP Toy Drive
INLAND EMPIRE BRANCH EVENTS
Coming soon….
COACHELLA VALLEY BRANCH EVENTS
Coming soon…
HIGH DESERT BRANCH EVENTS
Coming soon…
You can also join public works professionals across North America for the latest educational opportunities at our conferences and virtual training opportunities here.