Orlando, Florida
Exhibits: September 16-17
Conference: September 16-18

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Networking Events

Join us for some exciting events to network with your peers at the 2025 NRPA Annual Conference

Best of the Best Ceremony

Wednesday, September 17 | 6 to 7 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Orlando (Headquarter Hotel), Windermere Ballroom

Join us as we recognize and celebrate the most inspirational people and programs by presenting 2025 Hall of Fame Induction, Innovation Awards and Spotlight Awards. The newly CAPRA-accredited and re-accredited park and recreation agencies, certified professionals, Young Professional Fellows, and Diversity and Student Scholarship recipients also will be recognized. There will be a cash bar reception immediately after the ceremony so you can celebrate and network with your peers.

Best of the Best Reception

Wednesday, September 17 | 7 to 8 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Orlando (Headquarter Hotel), Windermere Ballroom

 

Ethnic Minority Society (EMS) Luncheon

Thursday, September 18 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Orlando (Headquarter Hotel), Windermere Ballroom

The Ethnic Minority Society Awards Luncheon is an annual luncheon that recognizes the diversity in the recreation profession and provides an opportunity to network and learn more about the organization.

 

How to Sign Up for Ticketed Events

To sign up for the ticketed events, please make your selection during the conference registration process. If you already have registered for the conference, you can add the event to your current order by logging in to the registration site and modifying your registration.