Welcome to the 2026 Summer Development Conference!

July 7th - 12th, 2026, at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center

This year’s conference theme, “Relentless Pursuit - Own It,” celebrates the unwavering drive, discipline, and commitment that Raymond James advisors bring to their businesses and, most importantly, their clients. It's a tribute to the grit you demonstrate every day as you push forward, elevate your practice, and pursue excellence with purpose. This year, we aim to fuel that momentum even further, inspiring you to own every opportunity ahead of you.

Aurora is the Gateway to the Rockies and one of Colorado’s premier destinations for convention, business, and leisure travel. Create a Colorado experience you will never forget, as the Rocky Mountains serve as your backdrop during your meeting. Bring your family and discover the great outdoors, eateries, shopping, special events, and entertainment options that create lifetime memories. Aurora is filled with unique attractions, activities, and must-sees.

Grab a bite at one of Aurora’s 400+ international eateries, visit must-sees for the whole family, including Stanley Marketplace, and explore more than 8,000 acres of open space that beckon a truly unique Colorado experience.

Enjoy your stay in Aurora, Colorado!

2026 Raymond James Summer Development Conference

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Sunset in Aurora

Know Before You Go: Altitude & Weather

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Plan Your Visit Take the stress out of traveling.

Aurora streets at sunset

Getting Here Whatever your mode of travel, Aurora has all the options you need to get around.

Things to Do Aurora is filled with unique attractions, activities, and must-sees.

Restaurants With options from nearly every continent, your dining options are limitless.

Family Fun Bring the kids along to these family-friendly attractions and activities.

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Aurora Deals Get out and explore these great deals in Aurora, Colorado.

What To Do Near Gaylord Rockies Near Gaylord Rockies, there are plenty of great dining and shopping options, as well as local attractions to enjoy.

Outdoors Take in the mountain air.

Aurora Accessibility Welcome to Accessible Aurora: Travel Resources for All

Stanley Marketplace

Aurora Reservoir

The Aurora Fox Arts Center

ACAD Colfax Canvas Mural Tour

Colorado Freedom Memorial

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge

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Food & Drink

Aurora is bursting with flavor, and we have the food and dining options to prove it. With more than 250+ independently operated ethnic restaurants, Aurora offers a cornucopia of mouthwatering world cuisine, sure to satisfy any craving. Foodies will appreciate the many flavors in Aurora, and those looking to try something a little different are in the right place.

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Things To Do

Aurora is a destination filled with unique attractions, locations, and one-of-a-kind activities. Explore the beauty of Colorado’s outdoors at one of the 113 parks, 98 miles of trails, nine public golf courses, or three gorgeous reservoirs—not to mention the 8,000+ acres of open space. Discover Aurora’s intuitive cultural art district and visit one of our many theaters, museums, and family-friendly attraction.

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