Pack your bags, and let’s hit the road because I’m about to highlight some of the best nursing conferences in 2026 that you won’t want to miss!
From earning continuing education credits to networking with peers to going international on a freaking cruise ship, these nursing conferences offer a fun and informative experience that will leave you feeling inspired, re-energized, and ready to make waves in the communities you’re so passionate about.
So grab your stethoscope (and probably your calendar and wallet too), and let’s dive in! 🤪
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By order of date, here are some of the most popular nursing conferences coming up in 2026:
American Nursing Informatics Association
The American Nursing Informatics Association’s annual nursing conference features sessions ranging from cybersecurity and cultural humility principles to AI bias in healthcare and data visualization.
Dates: March 11-13, 2027
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners’ National Conference offers more than 80 unique general and concurrent sessions, including 11 intensive workshops and two certification review courses.
Dates: March 21-24, 2027
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Association of periOperative Registered Nurses
AORN Expo 2026 offers perioperative registered nurses an opportunity to earn up to 200 contact hours, experience a dynamic blend of education and entertainment, and forge lasting connections with colleagues.
Dates: April 10-13, 2026
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Oncology Nursing Society
The ONS Congress is the largest and most comprehensive oncology nursing conference in the United States, bringing together thousands of oncology nursing professionals for five days of learning, networking, career development, and celebration of the oncology nursing profession.
Dates: April 14-18, 2026
Location: Denver, Colorado
American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants
The American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants’ annual forum provides legal nurse consultants of all experience levels and specialties opportunities to connect with colleagues and exhibitors, gain new knowledge, and explore trends.
Dates: April 15-17, 2027
Location: San Francisco, California
Society of Trauma Nurses
The Society of Trauma Nurses’ annual nursing conference, TraumaCon, focuses on initiatives related to prevention, education, and collaboration with other healthcare disciplines.
Dates: April 15-19, 2026
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Society of Pediatric Nurses
The Society of Pediatric Nurses’ annual nursing conference offers up to 24 NCPD contact hours, and attendees will learn evidence-based practices to implement in their practice setting while having the opportunity to collaborate with peers and experts in the pediatric nursing specialty.
Dates: April 22-24, 2027
Location: San Diego, California
NurseCon at Sea
NurseCon at Sea is an annual nursing conference (on a cruise ship! 🛳️) that brings together nurses and healthcare professionals worldwide to learn, network, and share their knowledge and experiences.
Dates: April 23-26, 2026
Location: Sailing worldwide
American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nurses
The American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nurses’ annual nursing conference will explore new horizons in ambulatory care nursing, while attendees can network with professionals and earn up to 16 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development.
Dates: April 27-30, 2027
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
American Association of Critical Care Nurses
AACN’s National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition nursing conference features 200 sessions, over 35 continuing education credits, and opportunities for professional growth, inspiration, and connection.
Dates: May 2-7, 2027
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
American Holistic Nurses Association
The American Holistic Nurses Association annual nursing conference supports its mission to promote holism in nursing practice, advocacy, research, and education, where attendees learn about holistic, complementary, and integrative care in diverse settings such as hospitals, private practice, and universities.
Dates: June 7-11, 2027
Location: Denver, Colorado
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
The American Association of Nurse Practitioners annual nursing conference offers a week filled with continuing education (CE), keynote speakers, legislative and policy updates, hands-on workshops, lively exhibitors, and networking opportunities.
Dates: June 15-19, 2027
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
The Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses
The AWHONN Annual Convention is for women’s health, obstetric, and neonatal nurses, providing them with critical information and support to deliver the highest-quality care for women and newborns.
Dates: June 19-23, 2027
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Asian American / Pacific Islander Nurses Association
The AAPINA Conference provides a global perspective on transforming the future of nursing through advancements in healthcare technology and innovation, while promoting collaboration among nursing clinicians, educators, and researchers and fostering professional development by engaging nursing students.
Dates: July 9-10, 2026
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
National Association of Hispanic Nurses
The NAHN annual nursing conference is a gathering that celebrates members’ cultural achievements and professional expertise while also challenging attendees to expand their skill sets and knowledge.
Dates: July 15-17, 2026
Location: Denver, Colorado
Black Nurses Week
The Black Nurses Week annual nursing conference is a 3-day in-person event that aims to empower, educate, and inspire Black nurses across healthcare, entrepreneurship, and financial wellness.
Dates: July 26-August 1, 2026
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
National Black Nurses Association
The National Black Nurses Association’s annual nursing conference is a gathering of nurses dedicated to promoting health equality and eliminating disparities in healthcare.
Dates: July 27-August 2, 2026
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
TravCon
TravCon offers many opportunities for education, networking, and celebration for travelers in the healthcare industry, with presentations from leading experts, seminars on travel taxes, and an exhibit hall featuring a wide range of vendors.
Dates: September 13-16, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
National Nurses in Business Association
NNBA’s Nurse Entrepreneurship Conference provides valuable business information, healthcare industry trends, mentoring, and continued education for professional growth and career development.
Dates: September 16-18, 2027
Location: Virginia Beach, Virginia
The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
The Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses’ annual convention brings together nursing professionals to share their experiences and insights into the latest advancements in medical-surgical nursing, including patient care and safety, new surgical techniques, and technological innovations.
Dates: September 24-26, 2026
Location: Palm Springs, California
Emergency Nurses Association
Attendees at the Emergency Nurses Association’s annual conference will learn about the latest advancements in emergency nursing and network with peers from around the world.
Dates: September 28-October 1, 2026
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Nursing World Conference
The Nursing World Conference promises to showcase diverse perspectives and advancements in the nursing field through esteemed speakers, researchers, scientists, educators, nurses, healthcare professionals, midwives, clinicians, and industry leaders who share their groundbreaking research and drive progress in nursing practice, education, and management.
Dates: October 22-24, 2026
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Society of Nurse Scientists, Innovators, Entrepreneurs, and Leaders
ThInC – The Healthcare Innovation Conference is an interactive, two-day nursing conference that features co-design sessions, global-reaching panel sessions, patient perspectives, and more.
Dates: October 24-26, 2026
Location: New York City, New York
International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses
The International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Nurses’ annual nursing conference brings together medical professionals to discuss the latest advancements and techniques in plastic and aesthetic nursing.
Dates: October 28-November 1, 2026
Location: Toronto, Canada
American Nurses Credentialing Center
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) annual nursing conference is open to nurses from any size or type of healthcare organization, including acute, pre- and post-acute, and long-term care settings, as well as ambulatory and independent outpatient settings.
Dates: October 29-31, 2026
Location: Chicago, Illinois
American Psychiatric Nurses Association
The American Psychiatric Nurses Association’s annual conference is for nursing professionals dedicated to providing care to the psychiatric-mental health population, where you’ll have the opportunity to earn up to 115+ contact hours for certification or licensure renewal while getting crucial updates from trusted colleagues.
Dates: October 28-31, 2026
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
