Wisconsin Funeral Directors Association upcoming events

Southwest District Meeting: Business Law (May 14, 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Southwest District Meeting: Business Law

Hope for the best, prepare for the worst

Instructor: Nathan Russell, Russell Law Office

2 CEU Cat 2

May 14, 2026|6pm

Red's Supper Club

27569 WI-81, Cuba City, WI 53807

Central District Meeting: Board Updates, Roundtable & Officer Vote (May 19, 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Central District Meeting: Board Updates, Roundtable & Officer Vote

Join us for an update from the last WFDA Board meeting, a roundtable discussion on industry matters, and an officer vote.

2 CEU Cat 2

5:00 PM

5/19/26

Driftless Glen Distillery

300 Water St.

Baraboo, WI 53913

Fox River Valley District Meeting: Lessons on Airbrushing (May 20, 2026)

Wed, 20 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Fox River Valley District Meeting: Lessons on Airbrushing

Join Britney Slack with Dodge Company to discuss prep room topics such as embalming, cosmetics, and airbrushing.

1 CEU Cat 4

6:00 PM

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Maloney's

N1994 Maloney Rd

Kaukauna, WI 54130

MWCFDA District Meeting: MCME Update and Q&A + Installment of District Positions (May 21, 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

MWCFDA District Meeting: MCME Update and Q&A + Installment of District Positions

Join Wieslawa Tlomak, Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office for an update on trends, stats, and future plans of the MCME office. Discuss various autopsy topics, preparation questions, and recent cases. In addition, we will install MWCFDA district positions.

1 CEU Cat 2

1.5 CEU Cat 4

5/21/26

6:00 PM - Dinner

6:30 PM - Meeting Starts

$35 per person at the door

Alioto's Restaurant

3041 N Mayfair Rd

Wauwatosa, WI 53222

Sponsor the 145th Annual WFDA Convention (June 08, 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The largest annual gathering of funeral directors in the state will take place this year at Wisconsin Dells, and we want YOU to be a part of it! Join us this June 8-10, 2026 at Glacier Canyon Lodge.

Our WFDA Partners are invited to participate in our vendor showcase and/or sponsor any part of our event:

Each vendor may bring 2 booth reps. If you wish to bring an additional booth rep beyond that, please purchase a Day Guest Pass ($50 per person, per day). To purchase Day Guest Passes or to register as an attendee, Click Here.

**Payment can be made via check or credit card. Please note that a 4% credit card fee will be charged.**

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Tentative Block Schedule

MONDAY, JUNE 8

Vendor Load-In from 3:00 - 6:00pm

Evening: Leadership Development Foundation's 6th Annual Fundraising Event - Pre-registration required. Register Here!

TUESDAY, JUNE 9

Vendor Showcase 12:00 - 2:00pm

Join our PAC Boat Party from 6:00 - 9:00pm featuring a sunset boat cruise on the Wisconsin River! Pre-registration required. Register Here!

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10

Vendor showcase from 12:30 - 2:00pm; teardown after 2:00.

Important Info / FAQs

PLEASE READ EXHIBITOR POLICIES/PROCEDURES HERE

Booth space: Each booth is 6' long and you will have approximately 10 square feet of space. Tables are skirted and come with two chairs. We do not have drapery, but you may set up a pop-up banner, or any other exhibitor displays so long as they do not extend into your neighbor's space.

Hearses/larger displays: Do you want to bring in a hearse or another display that goes beyond 10 square feet? Please call the office at (608) 256-1757

Electricity: Electricity is optional and costs $150 for both days, which includes a power strip/extension cord. If you need electricity for your booth, please register your booth/sponsorship level first. Then, come back and "register" again on this page by selecting the "Electricity for Booth" ticket option.

Additional Booth Reps: Each booth allows for 2 booth reps. If you wish to bring more than 2 people to the event, please purchase a ticket for them ($100 per person). You will register your booth/sponsorship level first. Then, come back and "register" again on this page by selecting the "Additional Booth Rep" ticket option.

Shipping to the Venue:

If you are shipping any packages to the Conference Center, please allow 3 business days. Please list the name and date of your event. There is a storage fee of $20 per package, per day, for packages arriving more than 7 days prior to your event.
Packages weighing more than 50 pounds or need special security, heating or cooling, will be an additional charge.
The Conference Center is not responsible for any lost or missing packages.

Packages should be shipped to:

Glacier Canyon Conference Center

Attention: Guest Name/Conference Name

45 Hillman Road Baraboo, WI 53913

If mailing an envelope or small package via the US Postal Service, please use the following address:

Wilderness Resort Glacier Canyon Conference Center

Attn: Guest Name/Conference Name

P.O. Box 830

Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965

Glacier Canyon Policies and Procedures:

Please help the venue recycle by breaking down all boxes when you arrive and leave. A station will be put in the room you are in where cardboard should be placed. Please throw only garbage in the garbage cans.
No deep fryers or electric griddles are allowed.
Tape, thumb tacks and nails are not permitted to be used to place anything on the walls.
Office supplies are not provided. Copies and faxes are available at an additional charge.
OSHA requires that the Wilderness Territory has on file a Material Safety Data Sheet for any chemical brought into the facility. Exhibitors displaying or using any chemicals are required to provide MSDS sheets for any chemical they are using.
Displays cannot block any marked fire exit doors, extinguishers, or hallways.

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Hotel Room Block

Book your room at the WFDA group rate at the Glacier Canyon Lodge!

Double Queen Couch Room - $149

Must book by May 8 to get the group rate!

Guests can call the reservation line at (800) 867-9453 and reference room block code B20949 to get the group rate.

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Questions about partnership? Email office@wfda.info or call (608) 256-1757. We can't wait to see you there!

145th Annual WFDA Convention - Attendee Registration (June 08, 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

The largest annual gathering of funeral directors in the state will take place this year at Glacier Canyon Lodge, Wisconsin Dells, from June 8-10! Get ready for three days of networking, education, and fun for the whole family.

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Sponsorship:

Interested in sponsoring the Convention or securing a vendor booth?

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MONDAY, JUNE 8

Leadership Development Foundation's 6th Annual Fundraising Event - Pre-registration required: Register Here!

TUESDAY, JUNE 9

Board Nominations, Service of Remembrance, Continuing Education, Vendor Networking, and our PAC Boat Party featuring a sunset boat cruise on the Wisconsin River! Pre-registration required: Register Here!

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10

Board Installation, Continuing Education, Vendor Networking, Awards Ceremony (including 25- and 50-year anniversary recipients), and Past Presidents' Luncheon.

Full Schedule

Earn up to 17 CEUs! (Schedule is subject to change)

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Registration Fees:

WFDA Member - $350

Nonmember - $650

25- and 50-Year Anniversary Recipients - Free!

(use the registration code "Awards2026")

Student Registration - Free!

(must register with your school email address)

Guest Day Pass - $50

(Purchase a Tuesday or Wednesday guest pass for a family member/friend to attend one day of Convention festivities. Meals included. $50 per person, per day.)

**Payment can be made via check or credit card. Please note that a 4% credit card fee will be charged.**

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Hotel Room Block:

Book your room at the WFDA group rate at the Glacier Canyon Lodge!

Double Queen Couch Room - $149

**Must book by May 8 to get the group rate!**

Guests can call the reservation line at (800) 867-9453 and reference room block code B20949 to get the group rate.

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Leadership Development Foundation Casino Night (June 08, 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Join the Leadership Development Foundation for our Annual Fundraising Event and Convention Pre-Party!

All proceeds from this event will be used to advance the funeral service profession by supporting the continuing education and professional development of member funeral directors who may not otherwise have the financial means to participate.

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Friends of LDF

Make a donation to the LDF - Any amount helps! Click Here to donate or send a check to:

Leadership Development Foundation

Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home

358 South Main Street

Seymour, WI 54165

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Raffle Donations

Donate a raffle basket or item! Click Here to sign up for a raffle donation. You may either bring your item with you to the event or send it in advance to:

Jenna Krenz c/o LDF

Redlin-Ertz Funeral Home

401 Madison Ave.

Baraboo, WI 53913

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Convention Registration

Click Here to register for the Convention as an attendee

Click Here to sponsor/exhibit at the Convention

For more information on WFDA's Leadership Development Foundation, check out: https://wfda.info/Foundation

PAC to the Future: Fundraiser Boat Cruise Through the Dells (June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Join us for a BYOB boat cruise through the Dells!

This year at convention, we are hosting our PAC fundraiser party on the water. Join us for a sightseeing tour on a double-decker boat with a quick stop-off at a slot canyon.

Drinks are BYOB - NO GLASS ALLOWED!
Pizza & snacks provided
We will take buses over to the dock at 5:00 PM
All proceeds will go towards WFDA's Political Action Committee
To register, make a $50 minimum PAC donation per person on this page. Click the black "Register" button to sign up.
If you are paying for multiple people to attend, select any donation amount and enter your contact info first. Then click "Add Guest" and enter their information. Repeat process for as many guests as needed.
PAC donations MUST be made from a personal credit card or check.
If you are sending a personal check, mail it to:

WFDA PAC

11801 W Silver Spring Dr., Suite 200

Milwaukee, WI 53225

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Your PAC contribution strengthens our voice in Madison by giving WFDA the resources it needs to act. Your contribution is pooled with those from other WFDA members to make the most impact - 100% of PAC funds are used to support candidates who support public policy initiatives that directly benefit funeral service and small business.