Nurse Practitioner Conferences (2026)
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Conferences are an important resource for all nurse practitioners, who use them as a way to maintain their professional development and grow their network. Often organized around a particular specialty practice area and/or professional organization, conferences allow attendees to meet other practitioners, discuss advocacy issues, and learn about new research and best practices. They are also a valuable source for the contact hours (CH) of continuing education (CE) that nurse practitioners need to earn and maintain their licenses and certifications.
Conferences benefit from their in-person format: the connections made between the workshops, lectures, and award ceremonies can be tremendously valuable. However, the shift to virtual conferences in 2020 (due to covid-19) has accelerated and improved the digital offerings that go with the in-person events. Today, many top conferences will also include a virtual price, which enables the purchaser to access the recordings for most or all of the conference’s workshops and lectures.
The importance and power of nurse practitioners coming together under a common goal is hard to overstate. Whether you’re a student, novice, expert, or veteran nurse practitioner, conferences can be an invaluable resource to your career. Read on for a detailed look at the nurse practitioner conferences for 2026.
General Nurse Practitioner Conferences
Advocacy is a crucial aspect of the modern NP role, and AANP’s Health Policy Conference is dedicated to advancing policy discussions and fostering a continued culture of advocacy. Attendees will learn from government and industry experts as they discuss the priorities of Congress and the Presidential Administration and their impact on NPs and patients. They’ll also network with other NPs, develop the skills needed to advocate effectively, and form and join coalitions about the issues they care about most.
- Date: February 8-10, 2026
- Location: Washington, DC
- Cost: $290 (AANP student members); $700 (AANP regular members); $950 (non-members)
- CE Opportunities: 16.5 contact hours (CH) of continuing education (CE) credit
The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) annual national conference is the largest national conference for NPs of all specialties. AANP provides expert faculty presentations on a wide range of topics that consider the diversity of the NP community and the patients they serve.
The conference will host more than 330 sessions and several skill-building workshops. This conference is also a place to listen in on and participate in discussions on the top legislative, regulatory, and practice issues affecting NPs.
Notably, this conference will also be available online after the in-person conference concludes. Dozens of sessions from the in-person conference will be made available on demand. Those registering for the in-person conference package can access the full on-demand package at no extra charge from July 07 to August 11, 2026.
- Date: June 23-27, 2026
- Location: Las Vegas, NV
- Cost: Full Conference Registration Fees Received by May 5 (NP member: $629; student member: $131; licensed NP student member: $408; career starter member: $408; retired member: $389; associate member: $639; international advanced practice nurse: $629; international student member: $131; non-member: $839)
Full Conference Registration Fees Received after May 5 (NP member: $679; student member: $181; licensed NP student member: $458; career starter member: $458; retired member: $439; associate member: $689; international advanced practice nurse: $679; international student member: $181; non-member: $889)
One-Day Conference Registration Fees Received by May 5 (NP member: $378; student member: $131; licensed NP student member: $336; career starter member: $336; retired member: $257; associate member: $388; international advanced practice nurse: $378; international student member: $131; non-member: $546)
One-Day Conference Registration Fees Received after May 5 (NP member: $428; student member: $181; licensed NP student member: $386; career starter member: $386; retired member: $307; associate member: $438; international advanced practice nurse: $428; international student member: $181; non-member: $596) - CE Opportunities: 32 contact hours (CH) of continuing education (CE) credit
2026 ICN NP/APN Network Conference
Vanderbilt University School of Nursing is proud to host the 14th International Council of Nurses (ICN) Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Practice Nurse (NP/APN) Network conference, with endorsement from the American Nurses Association (ANA).
This conference is a global meeting for advanced practice nursing leaders, educators, researchers, and clinicians. The 2026 conference focuses on innovation, access, and impact in advanced practice nursing worldwide. Attendees will gain unparalleled opportunities for education, networking, and professional advancement. They will be able to connect with international peers and mentors in a collaborative environment to network and build lasting professional relationships and learn from global leaders in practice, education, research, advocacy, and policy, including six inspiring plenary speakers.
- Date: September 14-17, 2026
- Location: Nashville, TN
- Cost: Registration is expected to open in early 2026
- CE Opportunities: TBD
Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner Conferences
The Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA) hosts an annual conference for NPs working with older adults. The 2026 conference is still in the call-for-abstracts stage, but previous topics of discussion have included elder abuse, telehealth, pain management, and end-of-life care. Attendees will have the opportunity to earn approved contact hours of continuing education.
- Date: September 24-26, 2026
- Location: Orlando, FL
- Cost: TBD
- CE Opportunities: TBD
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Conferences
The National Association of Neonatal Nurses (NANN) hosts an annual conference that covers topics applicable to both novice and expert neonatal nurses. Attendees can also participate in the APRN summit for a small additional cost. The 2026 conference is currently in the call-for-abstract stage, but previous iterations have included industry presentations, awards ceremonies, workshops, and lectures. The contact hours at NANN’s conference are accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
- Date: September 15-18, 2026
- Location: West Palm Beach, FL
- Cost: TBD
- CE Opportunities: TBD
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Conferences
The professional association for the largest NP specialty practice area, the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP), will host their in-person 47th National Conference on Pediatric Health Care in Chicago on March 18-21, 2026. For those who are not able to attend, this conference will also be available virtually, beginning on May 1. The conference invites pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs), family nurse practitioners (FNPs), and other pediatric providers to participate in special events commemorating NAPNAP’s place in history as the first NP society.
Whether a student, soon-to-be grad, early career, or seasoned practitioner in primary, acute, or specialty care, an educator, or focused on evidence-based practice and research, everyone will find opportunities to enhance their knowledge and advance their career during this conference, where more than 80 unique evidence-based educational sessions and poster presentations will be planned. The conference has planned networking events each day so attendees can leverage in-person activities to renew friendships and forge new relationships with colleagues from across the country.
- Date: March 18-21, 2026
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA
- Cost: Full Conference Registration Fees Received By January 30, 2026 (member-full and essentials status: $575; member-student status: $290; member-retiree status: $375; non-members: $755)
Full Conference Registration Fees Received between January 31 and March 15, 2026 (member-full and essentials status: $615; member-student status: $330; member-retiree status: $415; non-members: $795)
Full Conference Registration Fees Received on-site (member-full and essentials status: $635; member-student status: $350; member-retiree status: $435; non-members: $815)
One-day Conference Registration (member-full and essentials status: $290; member-student status: $165; member-retiree status: $190; non-members: $390)
Two-day Conference Registration (member-full and essentials status: $430; member-student status: N/A; member-retiree status: $330; non-members: $530)
Virtual Conference Registration Fees Received By January 30, 2026 (member-full and essentials status: $425; member-student status: $200; member-retiree status: $225; non-members: $630)
Virtual Conference Registration Fees Received between January 31 and April 27, 2026 (member-full and essentials status: $475; member-student status: $250; member-retiree status: $275; non-members: $680) - CE Opportunities: 20 contact hours (CH) of continuing education (CE) credit
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Conferences
National Nurse Practitioner Symposium
The 2026 National Nurse Practitioner Symposium includes more than 100 sessions and workshops for NPs, with its CE accredited by AANP. Content will include clinical topics, innovative practice settings, research, professional development, and other topics related to advanced practice nursing in primary and acute care.
This symposium offers a dynamic and diverse selection of educational sessions tailored to enhance both professional growth and clinical expertise. Topics include cardiology, endocrinology, dermatology, infectious diseases, pediatrics, and pulmonology, delivering up-to-date information on managing complex patient cases.
Specialized topics such as mental health, women’s health, and pain management address pressing healthcare challenges, while challenges in care sessions explore innovative approaches to overcoming barriers in practice.
- Date: July 14-18, 2026
- Location: Keystone, CO
- Cost: Symposium Registration-Wednesday through Saturday program ($599 to $799); student ($599)
- CE Opportunities: Up to 24+ CE hours and dedicated pharmacology content
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Conferences
The International Society of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurses (ISPN) hosts an annual conference for advanced practice nurses working in psychiatric-mental health. The theme for 2026 is Innovate, Integrate, INSPIRE: Charting the Future of Psychiatric Nursing.
The 2026 conference received an overwhelming response to its call for abstracts. With several submissions, they are excited to host an extraordinary event featuring a dynamic lineup of presenters who will share cutting-edge insights and innovative practices in psychiatric mental health nursing. The conference is looking forward to hosting over 40 educational sessions and 30 poster presentations.
- Date: March 18-21, 2026
- Location: Seattle, WA
- Cost: Full Conference Registration Fees Received By February 16, 2026 (member: $595; non-member: $775; student: $295)
Full Conference Registration Fees Received After February 16, 2026 (member: $695; non-member: $850; student: $350)
One-day Registration Fees Received By February 16, 2026 (member: $400; non-member: $450; student: $150)
One-day Registration Fees Received After February 16, 2026 (member: $450; non-member: $500; student: $175) - CE Opportunities: TBD
Matt Zbrog
WriterMatt Zbrog is a writer and researcher from Southern California. Since 2018, he’s written extensively about the modern nursing workforce, conducting hundreds of interviews with nurse leaders, nurse educators, and nurse advocates to explore the issues that matter to them most. His Advocates to Know series focuses on nurse practitioners (NPs) who go above and beyond in changing policy and practice in important areas like veteran’s care, human trafficking prevention, and telehealth access. He regularly collaborates with subject matter experts from the American Nurses Association (ANA) and the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) to elevate issues that empower nurses everywhere.