Events: Arizona - Phoenix - Scottsdale

Get ready to dig deep at the 2025 Phoenix Design Week Conference held over two days at the Phoenix Convention Center from Sept. 19 – 20. Now in its 17th year, the conference brings the Arizona design community together to share ideas, learn about design trends and issues, gain valuable career advice and inspiration, and enjoy hands-on experiences. This year’s theme of Rooted celebrates the connections and foundations we share in Arizona’s diverse and creative landscape. Keynote speakers include Emily Ruth Cohen of Casa Davka; Dan Janssen and Dustin Noden of Lincoln Design Co.; typeface designer Laura Worthington; ASU instructor and Tribal advocate Sadie Red Wing; Bill Gardner of LogoLounge and Gardner Design; and Michael Janda of More Creative Academy. 

Advance Registration is available through August 15. Tickets are available for both days starting at $349 for the general public. Discounted rates for students, faculty and AIGA members are available and start at $129.

Find details about the conference agenda and registration on Eventbrite at phxdw-2025-rooted-conference.eventbrite.com and on social media @phxdw.