This two-and-a-half-day conference set for September 3-5, 2025 will provide opportunities to meet with other transit professionals, stakeholders, elected officials and interested citizens from across the Midwest. This event is a unique opportunity to share innovative ideas and best practices with a variety of top presentations, mobile workshops, vendors and panel discussions from Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, and FTA Region VII. Highlights include:

Keynotes by Carrie Butler, FTA Region VII Administrator, Jason Kander, Veterans Community Project, Paul Comfort, Transit Unplugged Podcast, and Scott Bogren, CTAA
Tailgate-themed expo kick-off reception with vendors
Mobile tours with KCATA and KC Streetcar Authority
Multiple session tracks, including Operations, Innovations and Technical Assistance
Updates on national funding priorities and strategies

Register Here: MidwestTransitConference.com

View Conference Agenda Here

Dates to note:

August 1: Transit operators from across the Midwest will be honored during the 2025 Midwest Transit Conference Operator Awards on September 5. Transit providers are invited to nominate an operator to receive recognition during the ceremony by August 1.

Nominate an Operator Here

August 6: The 2025 Midwest Transit Conference is being held at the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Conference organizers have secured the best deal possible for conference attendees, and the room block closes on August 6. Be sure to book your hotel room before August 6 for maximum savings.

Hotel Registration Available Here – Register Before August 6 for Room Block Rate

August 15: The 2025 Midwest Transit Conference is a unique opportunity for Exhibitors/Sponsors to showcase their products and services before the transit industry from 3 states. Exhibitor and sponsor opportunities are available through August 15 but slots are going fast – book your Exhibitor/Sponsor package today to ensure inclusion in all relevant materials.

Exhibitor/Sponsor Registration Available Here

Thank you to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority as our host provider.