FRI · NOV 20
FridayNovember 20
Registration and check-in
Delegate Preparation and Training Session
Opening Ceremonies
20th Anniversary Gala6:00–10:00 p.m.
NWMUN–SEATTLE 2026 · NOVEMBER 20–22
Your weekend
in Seattle
Dates, venue, schedule and special events at a glance. Event essentials appear below; check the working schedule for updates.
01 / YOUR WEEKEND
November 20–22 at a glance
An overview of the three days. Session times and rooms may change; use the working schedule for the latest published information.
SAT · NOV 21
SaturdayNovember 21
Committee sessions
Opportunity Fair3:30–5:00 p.m.
Delegate Social9:00 p.m.
SUN · NOV 22
SundayNovember 22
Final committee sessions
GA Security Council elections
Closing Ceremonies
Committee session times, registration hours and room assignments will be added when confirmed.
02 / VENUE & ARRIVAL
Your conference base
All conference sessions take place at the Renaissance Seattle Hotel in downtown Seattle. Plan your arrival and check the latest room details before traveling.
Conference venue & hotel
Renaissance Seattle Hotel
Location515 Madison Street, Seattle, WA 98104
Conference room rate$169 per room, per night; plus taxes; subject to availability
Open hotel bookingHotel rooms and published group rate
$169 per room, per night for single through quad occupancy (two double beds). Published rate excludes 15.7% lodging tax and 2.3% STIA fee per room-night; confirm total with the hotel.
Reservations depend on hotel availability; the conference rate and taxes are subject to hotel confirmation.
Book directly through the hotelGetting here and parking
The hotel has parking; other downtown day-parking options are available. Compare current rates before arrival. The hotel is in downtown Seattle at 515 Madison Street, Seattle, WA 98104.
For nearby day-use parking, visit BestParking Seattle and search for 515 Madison Street, Seattle, WA. Choose daily parking and address search where available, then compare current rates and hours.
Open directions in Google MapsBEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME
Four things to check
- Your hotel roomBook or confirm your own accommodation before arrival
- Conference check-inRegistration desk and hours will appear in the schedule
- Your committee roomCheck your room assignment when the final schedule is published
- Accessibility or other needsContact staff in advance so they can plan with you
03 / BEYOND COMMITTEE
Events during the weekend
Celebrate twenty years of NWMUN, explore your next opportunity and connect with delegates from other schools.
FRIDAY · NOV 20 · 6–10 P.M.
20th Anniversary Gala
Celebrate twenty years with alumni, current delegates and supporters of global affairs. Cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m.; the main program starts at 7 p.m.
Open Gala ticket checkoutGala details and tickets →SATURDAY · NOV 21 · 3:30–5 P.M.
Opportunity Fair
Meet graduate programs and internationally focused organizations offering career and internship opportunities.
Open exhibitor registration formFair details and exhibitors ↗04 / GOOD TO KNOW
Policies, accessibility and support
Key information you should have before arriving. The current conduct documents are linked directly below.
Delegate and adviser conductProfessional standards, respectful debate and conduct documents
Respect other delegates, staff, hotel employees and guests. Follow professional expectations for diplomatic debate, including appropriate attire, decorum and constructive participation. Follow staff instructions and the applicable delegate or adviser code of conduct.
Review the applicable current code before conference weekend. Detailed dress requirements and reporting procedures are governed by the full documents.
Health and safetyVaccination, masks and what to do if you feel ill
Vaccination: Vaccines are not required for conference attendance. NWMUN strongly encourages a full course of COVID-19 vaccination, including applicable boosters, and an annual flu shot by November 6, 2026.
Masks: Routine masking is not required for people who are not experiencing or recovering from symptoms of contagious illness. Masks are strongly encouraged; surgical and N95/KN95 masks are provided without charge.
If you are ill or exposed: Attendees who are ill or aware of a recent exposure are asked to wear a mask or stay off conference floors. Organizers may ask symptomatic attendees to wear a mask and may require them to leave conference floors if they decline.
Policy last updated February 2025.Photography and videoHow the conference handles photography and recordings
Delegation registration requires agreement to the NWMUN Photography and Videography Policy. Photography and recording may occur as part of the conference. If you have questions about this policy, contact conference staff before attending.
Ask conference staff about the policyAccessibility and accommodationsContact us before traveling with any access needs
Contact the registration team ahead of the conference if you need accessibility arrangements, accommodations, or help locating sessions and services at the hotel. Check-in locations and final assigned meeting rooms will be published as they are confirmed.
Email registration.seattle@nwmun.org
Win a free Delegate Social ticket
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Like our Facebook page, follow us on Twitter, and follow us on Instagram to enter through each platform.