Networking
At Content Marketing World, you’ll connect with a community of fellow marketers eager to swap ideas that will spark new inspiration and keep your thinking fresh.
From our Extra Innings Party to the Running Club, take a look below at the 2026 schedule of networking and events that are at the heart of the Content Marketing World experience.
Featured Event: Extra Innings Party at Coors Field
Step up to the plate for our Extra Innings Party on Tuesday evening at Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies. After a full day of ideas and inspiration, keep the momentum going under the stadium lights with great conversations, new connections, and a few surprises along the way.
Grab a drink, take in the view, meet fellow attendees, and knock a few more #CMWorld moments out of the park. See what’s on deck.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4
Location: Convention Center, Four Seasons Ballroom (Lower Level)
New to Content Marketing World? Join us on Sunday afternoon for a warm welcome before the conference begins. CMWorld veterans will share their best tips for navigating the week and making the most of your experience. Stick around for light snacks and a chance to mingle before the excitement officially kicks off Monday morning.
Traveling solo to Content Marketing World? Say goodbye to dining alone and sign up to share a meal with fellow attendees you may not have crossed paths with otherwise.
We’re organizing group dinners at local restaurants, making it easier for you to network and enjoy the company of new friends. Sign up here.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 5
Location: Meet at the Big Blue Bear in front of the convention center
Get some exercise and enjoy a scenic run/walk through Denver, led by our Creative Director JK Kalinowski. The distance is up to you, but the route is around 3 miles (1.5 miles out and back) down the Cherry Creek Trail. Preview the route here.
Location: Convention Center, Four Seasons Ballroom Foyer (Lower Level)
Kick off the day with a relaxing yoga class. An experienced instructor will lead us through a session to help clear our minds and get our bodies invigorated for a full day of learning and fun! Yoga mats will be available. RSVP here.
Location: Expo Hall
Need a creative reset? Drop by this hands-on space to try an idea-starter or game, build something with LEGOs, make a friendship bracelet, or add your biggest takeaway to our inspiration board. Whether you stay for five minutes or settle in for a while, it’s a place to play, recharge your creative thinking, and maybe spark your next great idea.
Location: Expo Hall
Get your caffeine fix and a little something to take home at The Book Buzz, our pop-up shop in the Expo Hall. Sip a coffee while you browse books written by event speakers and shop fun CMWorld swag. Come for the coffee, stay for the books, and leave with a little extra CMWorld spirit.
Book Signings:
9:30 am – 10:00 am | Goldie Chan
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm | Nancy Harhut
2:55 pm – 3:25 pm | Elizabeth Oates
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm | Tom Webster
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm | Joe Lazer
Looking to find your people? Lunch and Connections is the perfect chance to meet fellow attendees who share your interests and chat over lunch. Whether you’re swapping marketing tips or just having fun talking about your favorite hobbies, there’s a topic for everyone. Grab a seat and enjoy some lively conversations! See the map and table topics here.
Location: Booth #933
A morning of learning can be ruff. Stop by the Puppy Love Lounge during the lunch break for a paw-sitively fun time with the puppies from the Rocky Mountain Puppy Rescue. The lounge is brought to you by Papirfly and is located inside booth #933. Learn more here.
Location: Expo Hall
After a packed day of sessions, join us in the Expo Hall for a casual networking hour with drinks, light bites, and plenty of great conversations. It’s your chance to explore the exhibits, meet fellow attendees, and unwind.
Location: Insight to Impact Stage (Expo Hall)
Grab a drink and join CMI’s creative director JK Kalinowski for a little artistic fun. No need to be a pro — whether you’re an artist or a stick-figure master, we’ve got sketch supplies and fun prompts ready.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6
Location: Meet at the Big Blue Bear in front of the convention center
Get some exercise and enjoy a scenic run/walk through Denver, led by our Creative Director JK Kalinowski. The distance is up to you, but the route is around 3 miles (1.5 miles out and back) down the Cherry Creek Trail. Preview the route here.
Location: Convention Center, Four Seasons Ballroom Foyer (Lower Level)
Kick off the day with a relaxing yoga class. An experienced instructor will lead us through a session to help clear our minds and get our bodies invigorated for a full day of learning and fun! Yoga mats will be available. RSVP here.
Location: Expo Hall
Need a creative reset? Drop by this hands-on space to try an idea-starter or game, build something with LEGOs, make a friendship bracelet, or add your biggest takeaway to our inspiration board. Whether you stay for five minutes or settle in for a while, it’s a place to play, recharge your creative thinking, and maybe spark your next great idea.
Location: Expo Hall
Get your caffeine fix and a little something to take home at The Book Buzz, our pop-up shop in the Expo Hall. Sip a coffee while you browse books written by event speakers and shop fun CMWorld swag. Come for the coffee, stay for the books, and leave with a little extra CMWorld spirit.
Book Signings:
9:40 am – 10:10 am | Sol Rashidi
12:00 pm – 12:30 pm | Amy Balliett
1:00 pm – 1:30 pm | Amy Cuddy
Looking to find your people? Lunch and Connections is the perfect chance to meet fellow attendees who share your interests and chat over lunch. Whether you’re swapping marketing tips or just having fun talking about your favorite hobbies, there’s a topic for everyone. Grab a seat and enjoy some lively conversations! See the map and table topics here.
Location: Booth #933
A morning of learning can be ruff. Stop by the Puppy Love Lounge during the lunch break for a paw-sitively fun time with the puppies from the Rocky Mountain Puppy Rescue. The lounge is brought to you by Papirfly and is located inside booth #933. Learn more here.
Location: Expo Hall
After a packed day of sessions, join us in the Expo Hall for a casual networking hour with drinks, light bites, and plenty of great conversations. It’s your chance to explore the exhibits, meet fellow attendees, and unwind.
Location: Coors Field | 2001 Blake Street, Denver
Your conference badge is your ticket to an unforgettable evening at Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies. Connect with fellow attendees, enjoy food and drinks, and celebrate an incredible day at Content Marketing World. It’s the perfect opportunity to continue conversations and create memories you’ll be talking about long after the final session.
Preview the menu, shuttle bus schedule, and other party details here.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7
Location: Peaks Lounge at Hyatt Regency Denver | 650 15th Street, 27th Floor
Wrap up an incredible week with one last chance to connect before heading home. Whether you’ve been chatting in the #CMWorld Slack community all year or just met new friends this week, join us for a relaxed happy hour (cash bar) to celebrate and toast to the connections that make this community so special.
Connect Year-Round
Use these channels to stay in touch with the CMWorld community between events.
GET SOCIAL WITH US
Follow @CMIContent on social media and join the conversation with #CMWorld. Plus, join the community on Slack here for year-round discussion and idea sharing.
LIVE WITH CMI
Tune in to this livestream show as CMI’s Amanda Subler and JK Kalinowski s dive into a new topic each month. Watch live on LinkedIn or YouTube – and catch up on the latest episodes here.