8,000+
Attendees
40+
Topics
200+
Sessions
450+
Speakers
500+
Exhibitors
George R. Brown Convention Center
Houston, Texas
Conference: September 28 – 30
Exhibits: September 29 – 29
REGISTRATION OPENS:
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George R. Brown Convention Center
Houston, Texas
Conference: September 28 – 30
Exhibits: September 29 – 29
REGISTRATION OPENS:
For more than 50 years, the NRPA Annual Conference has been where the park and recreation community comes together to learn, connect and grow. Whether you’re exploring the latest products in our interactive exhibit hall, earning CEUs in engaging education sessions, or sharing ideas with peers from across the country, this is your chance to be inspired, build connections and gain tools to make a difference.
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The NRPA Annual Conference aims to fulfill the needs of our diverse audience by providing a range of topical and engaging education sessions presented by top leaders in their professions.
All Virtual Conference sessions can be accessed on-demand through the NRPA Events app. Session recordings and evaluations will be available until November 30, 2026.
Connect with 68,000+ members and browse the 4,000+ resources in an open forum.
Engage with like-minded professionals on various topics and trends through our networks.
Gain access to the latest digital edition of Parks & Recreation magazine each month.
Hear inspirational stories about community, connection and impact of local parks and recreation.
To advertise in the award-winning Parks & Recreation magazine (September Conference issue), NRPA onsite materials (including Exhibit Hall Guide) or for other advertising opportunities related to the NRPA Annual Conference, contact the sales team at advertising@nrpa.org or 703.858.4635.
Please direct media-related questions and inquiries to NRPA’s press team at press@nrpa.org.
For more information, contact 800.626.NRPA (6772) or email events@nrpa.org.
Join us in Houston, September 28 – 30, to celebrate how parks and recreation bring us together, strengthen health and well-being, and build more resilient, connected communities.