April 7-10, 2026 in National Harbor, Maryland
Thank You for Attending!
Thank you for being part of the 2026 NIRSA + IDEA® World Conference & Expo, held April 7–10 in National Harbor, MD.
This landmark event brought together leading fitness and campus recreation professionals for an inspiring few days of shared learning, meaningful connections, and forward-thinking conversations. The collaboration was the result of over a year of intentional dialogue between NIRSA and IDEA leaders—focused on creating new opportunities to exchange ideas, elevate the industry, and strengthen our collective impact.
We’re grateful to everyone who joined us!
An exciting new location
Experience the effortless waterfront vibe of National Harbor, Maryland—where your conference days flow straight into great food, fresh air, and easy fun. Step outside and you’re instantly in the middle of it all: stylish hotels, dozens of restaurants, shops, and picture-perfect promenades are clustered together along the Potomac River, making the whole area wonderfully walkable.
Take in crisp spring days and glowing sunsets over the water, then keep the evening going with everything from cozy harborfront hangouts to big-energy nightlife—plus standout attractions like the Capital Wheel and the entertainment scene at MGM National Harbor.
And when you want to explore beyond the harbor, Washington, DC and Old Town Alexandria are just minutes away, giving you the best of a resort-style stay with iconic city adventures right next door. It’s a lively, scenic, all-in-one destination that makes April 7–10, 2026 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center feel like a getaway as much as a conference.
