Registration for JCLC 2026 will open on April 22, 2026. You will be able to sign up to attend the conference as well as pre-conferences, author luncheons, plus free and ticketed tours and social events.
If you have questions or need assistance, please email us at registration@jclcinc.org.
| Registration Type | Early Bird (April 22-July 31) | Regular (August 1 - September 30) | On-Site |
|---|---|---|---|
|
General Registration |
$435 |
$535 |
$600 |
|
Student/Retiree Registration |
$285 |
$315 |
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|
One Day only |
— |
$350 |
$400 |
Conference Hotels
Staying at a conference hotel supports JCLC!
Did you know that when you stay at a conference hotel that you support the conference? We are eligible for rebates from the convention center if we meet a percentage of our room blocks, based on a total number of nights that are reserved. We depend on you to fill those hotel rooms!
Conference room rates will be available in the registrations portal to conference attendees only.
Davenport Grand
The Davenport Grand Hotel is directly across the street from the Spokane Convention Center and connected by a skybridge. The rooms all have king beds, even double-bed rooms! The hallways are long, and some rooms have views of the river and the park. This swanky hotel also features lots of seating areas in the lobby, a coffee shop, a bar, a business center, and a fitness center.
DoubleTree by Hilton
The DoubleTree by Hilton is next door to the Spokane Convention Center, which is accessible by crossing a parking lot. This hotel will be newly renovated by October 2026, including a Starbucks Coffee. The hotel has three wings that branch off from the elevators, so every room is just a short walk to the elevator.
Ruby River
The Ruby River Hotel is across the river from the Spokane Convention Center. Attendees may walk across a bridge with a protected pedestrian walkway next to the vehicle lanes or walk along the scenic Centennial Trail to a pedestrian-only bridge to the convention center. This hotel has the best restaurant and bar, and floor-level rooms include outdoor seating. The buildings are organized around courtyards – some where you can see the river, and others with direct access to the pools. A new, second heated pool will be available during the conference.
Additional Information
Accessibility
JCLC is committed to providing an accessible environment that will allow all participants to engage fully. If you have any accessibility needs that may affect your participation in JCLC activities, please let us know. We cannot ensure the availability of appropriate accommodations without prior notification of need.
Please email registration@jclcinc.org
Cancellation Policy
Registration cancellations must be made in writing and emailed to registration@jclcinc.org by August 31, 2026. Cancellations will result in a full refund less a $50 processing fee. No phone cancellations will be accepted. Substitutions are welcome. No refunds for cancellations after August 31, 2026. Refunds will be processed within 60 days following the conclusion of the conference
Substitutions
Substitutions of registrations to another individual, including pre-conferences and meal events, must be made in writing by September 15, 2026 to registration@jclcinc.org. No phone requests can be accepted. The individual submitting the substitution request is responsible for all financial obligations (any balance due) associated with that substitution.
General Cancellation Policy
The Joint Conference of Librarians of Color is offered on a cost recovery basis. JCLC reserves the right to cancel all or any part of this event if there is insufficient registration or for other reasons. JCLC is not responsible for cancellation charges assessed by the airlines, travel agencies, or other losses incurred due to the cancellation of the events.