Pennsylvania Convention Center
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Conference: September 29 – October 1
Exhibits: September 29 – 30

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Register for the 2026 NRPA Annual Conference

Join us for the NRPA Annual Conference — the largest gathering of park and recreation professionals in the world!

Conference Registration and Housing Is Now Open!

The 2026 NRPA Annual Conference is coming to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, this September 29 – October 1! This year’s conference promises influential keynote speakers, inspiring education sessions and a fun-filled exhibit hall. It’s also one of the best opportunities to network and connect with park and recreation professionals from across the country. Get it on your calendar now – you won’t want to miss the NRPA Annual Conference!

Have questions or need assistance with your registration? Contact MCI by emailing nrpa@jade.mcievents.com or calling* their support Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CDT at 972.349.5902.

NRPA Annual Conference Registration Rates

Package Type
Full Package
Young Professional
Student
Expo Hall Only
Daily Passes
General Session Only
Day 2 OGS Only
Spouse/Guest
Retired
All Education Sessions
NRPA Opening General Session
Exhibit Hall Daily Admission
NRPA Opening Reception
Day 2 General Session
NRPA Virtual Conference
Early Bird - (On or before 8/7)
Member
$795
$675
$95
$230
$545
$55
$55
$575
$445
Non-Member
$1,035*
$845*
$155*
$305
$575
$55
$55
$575
$565*
Regular - (8/8 - 9/25)
Member
$995
$855
$105
$285
$545
$55
$55
$595
$455
Non-Member
$1,315*
$1,095*
$165*
$355
$575
$55
$55
$595
$565*
Onsite Rate (starting 9/26)
Member
$1,045
$895
$115
$285
$545
$55
$55
$615
$465
Non-Member
$1,435*
$1,175*
$175*
$355
$575
$55
$55
$615
$565*

*1 year NRPA Membership included

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Virtual Conference

Package Type
Early Bird - (On or before 8/7)
Regular - (8/8 - 9/25)
Members
Non-Members
Members
Non-Members
Virtual Conference Pass
$325
$425
$375
$475
Student Virtual Conference Pass
$65
$85
$95
$115

Ways to Save On Registration

  • Register by Friday, August 7 to take advantage of early bird pricing.
  • NRPA Premier Member Agencies, who purchase four in-person registration passes, will also receive two virtual registration passes for FREE!
  • Volunteers who help with education sessions and conference events in Philadelphia will be eligible for a discount on registration. Opportunities to volunteer are limited! Learn more about volunteer opportunities.

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