2026 PIR® Convention

Christopher Wilson — Wed, 20 May 2026 01:06:40 +0000

Ten Years. One Historic Gathering. Together.

Join us for the 2026

Psychedelics In Recovery

Inaugural Convention!

PIR®’s first international convention brings together fellows from around the world, in Denver and online, to celebrate a decade of Psychedelics in Recovery. Your presence, wherever you are, is an important part of this moment.

Contact us: convention@psychedelicsinrecovery.org

When: October 8-11, 2026

Address: The Alliance Center, 1536 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202

Recommended Hotel: SpringHill Suites by Marriott — Denver Downtown — 1190 Auraria Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204

9-minute walk from the convention venue

Book here: https://bit.ly/4uUAsGv

PIR® Convention Registration

Or click this link to leave the page: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1cWspLKCfh5vUEBnS3anRJP2COPYUXCNdVZwDpAuabwk

We are seeking to raise $10,000 to match the generous gift PIR® is receiving from The Etheridge Foundation to support the convention.
Please consider a donation!

Fundraising page: https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=JL9HLB6UXS98L

Help us celebrate 10 years!

PIR® has grown into a global fellowship rooted in connection, service, and recovery. This convention offers something deeper than a meeting: a space to come together intentionally, to reflect on how far we’ve come, and to shape where we’re going. Over four days in Denver, and accessible worldwide online, we will create a space that reflects the heart of PIR®: community, healing, and shared wisdom.

What attendees will experience:

Advance Your Recovery! Participate in recovery-centric programming including topic workshops, main speaker meetings, community-building fun events and breakout discussion panels.
Share Experience! YOU can contribute to the recovery of local and worldwide attendees by volunteering to lead a workshop or assemble a panel on a recovery topic! (See signup on registration form.)
Build a Community! Join us in Denver to meet people in person who have only been Zoom boxes up to now! Make recovery friends and share support as we grow and heal together.
See Colorado and Legal Psychedelic Therapy! Local volunteers will offer you opportunities to go on guided outdoor activities, outings to arts and culture experiences, and visits to facilities involved in the local natural medicine industry. Come to Denver on Thursday Oct. 8 so you’re ready for a day of fun activities on Friday the 9th!
Live-Streaming! For those unable to attend in person, we will be live streaming portions of the convention. Estimated in-person attendance is 200 people, with an additional 500+ expected online worldwide!
The convention aims to bring together the many leaders and volunteers who continue to work tirelessly to grow the organization and support your recovery. If you’re on a committee or are interested in a deeper level of participation, this convention will be a great opportunity to participate in PIR’s future!

Who this event is for

- People in recovery exploring the role of psychedelics in healing
- Long-time PIR® fellows and newer members of the community
- Trusted servants shaping the next decade of PIR®
- People curious about the intersection of psychedelics, spirituality, and recovery

Speakers / Facilitators

This depends on YOU! PIR convention sessions will be peer-led. Each of us brings our own wisdom and recovery to PIR. Share yours! The Program Committee is seeking volunteers to share their experience and expertise. Please volunteer to lead a session on your registration from and someone from the Program Committee will be in touch with you.

Schedule Outline (subject to change)

Thursday October 8
- Evening dine-around Denver groups
Friday October 9
- Morning, afternoon and evening excursions (mix of free and self-pay)
- Opening reception, evening
Saturday October 10
- Workshops, panels and meetings 7-5
- Evening dine-arounds and/or excursion activities
Sunday October 11
- Workshops, panels and meetings 7-5
- Closing Circle 5pm
- Evening excursion activities
Monday October 12
- Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day holiday, departures

What attendees will experience

- Recovery-focused workshops and speaker meetings
- Breakout discussions on integration and spiritual principles
- Panels bridging lived experience, service, and the evolving field of psychedelic recovery
- Guided outdoor experiences, cultural outings, and Colorado recovery community connections
- PIR®’s first in-person annual board gathering and collective visioning

How to Register:

Volunteer

The Convention needs YOU to be successful! Please sign up for at least one volunteer opportunity when you register for the convention. Remember, it takes a psychedelic recovery village! A member of the relevant committee will be in touch!

Venues and Logistics
- Help with session setup or take-down, directions for attendees, etc.
A/V Crew
- I have special a/v skills to help with sessions, such as livestreaming experience, projecting presentations, etc.
Registration
- Help process registrations in advance and onsite, print nametags, greet people onsite, etc.
Off-Site Activities
- Organize events or help with logistics for off-site activities on Friday or other evenings. Includes herding cats, volunteering to drive, or creating an event that is the hottest ticket all week!
Suggest or Lead a Panel or Session
- Here’s my idea for a session—include:
- If I am willing to lead this session
- Session goal (networking, education, healing, etc.)
- Recommended session format
- Description of session for convention info (convince us to attend!)