Nursing Events for 2026 & 2027

September 23 - September 25, 2026

2026 NLN Education Summit

Washington, DC

Presented by National League for Nursing

The annual summit for nurse educators to discuss innovations in nursing education and academic excellence.

September 23 - September 25, 2026

NLN Education Summit

Washington, DC

Presented by National League for Nursing

The NLN Education Summit is a premier event for nurse educators to explore resilience and recovery in nursing education, featuring award ceremonies and research presentations.

September 24 - September 25, 2026

NWONL 2026 Annual Conference: Leading Forward - Aligning Culture, Reimagining Workforce, Adapting Leadership

Portland, OR

Presented by Northwest Organization of Nurse Leaders

This conference focuses on leadership development, workforce reimagining, and cultural alignment for nurse leaders.

CE credits: 6.0 CE credits

September 25 - September 26, 2026

Dallas Oncology Nursing Summit

Irving, Texas

Presented by Advanced Practice Providers Oncology Summit (APPOS)

A regional conference designed for oncology nurses and advanced practice providers to discuss the latest advances and strategies in cancer care.

CE credits: ANCC contact hours available

September 26, 2026

PAPAN Fall Conference 2026

York, PA

Presented by Pennsylvania Association of PeriAnesthesia Nurses

A professional development event for periAnesthesia nurses to enhance their clinical practice and network with peers.

September 26 - September 29, 2026

Convention 2026

Virtual

Presented by Minnesota Nurses Association

The MNA convention serves as a key opportunity for members to engage in organizational business and professional development.

September 27 - September 29, 2026

NYONL 34th Annual Meeting and Leadership Conference

Tarrytown, NY

Presented by New York Organization for Nursing Leadership

This conference focuses on empowering nurse leaders to navigate healthcare disruptions, policy changes, and advocacy through innovation.

CE credits: 12.0 CNE credits

September 27 - September 28, 2026

2026 General Assembly

Phoenix, AZ

Presented by Emergency Nurses Association

The annual General Assembly for the Emergency Nurses Association where members gather for organizational business and networking.

September 28 - October 1, 2026

Fitzgerald Health Education Associates 2026 CE Conference

San Diego, CA

Presented by Fitzgerald Health Education Associates

A continuing education conference designed for nurse practitioners to learn from experts and advance their clinical practice.

September 28 - October 1, 2026

Emergency Nursing 2026

Phoenix, AZ

Presented by Emergency Nurses Association

The premier annual conference for emergency nurses to enhance expertise and connect with fellow professionals in the specialty.

September 29, 2026

CCRN® Exam Review (Adult) Webinar

Virtual

Presented by NewYork-Presbyterian

A virtual review session designed to help critical care nurses prepare for the adult CCRN certification exam.

September 30, 2026

Faith Community Nursing Council Meeting

Virtual

Presented by North Carolina Nurses Association

A virtual meeting for members of the Faith Community Nursing Council to discuss professional practice and updates.

October 1 - October 2, 2026

2026 MNA Convention: Our Moment – Our Movement

Norwood, Massachusetts

Presented by Massachusetts Nurses Association

The annual convention for the Massachusetts Nurses Association, focusing on professional development and labor advocacy for nurses.

October 2, 2026

2026 MN NACNS Annual Fall Conference

Rochester, MN

Presented by Minnesota Affiliate of the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists

A full day of learning and innovation for Clinical Nurse Specialists focused on elevating their voice, leadership, and impact.

CE credits: 5.75 contact hours

October 3 - October 4, 2026

NPANA Fall Conference 2026 - Rooted in Safety, Growing in Excellence

Tacoma, WA

Presented by The Northwest PeriAnesthesia Nurses' Association

This conference provides periAnesthesia nurses with educational sessions focused on safety and clinical excellence.

CE credits: 10.0 CE credits

October 6, 2026

Pediatric Nurses Week Webinar: Resilient by Design

Virtual

Presented by Society of Pediatric Nurses

A webinar focused on helping pediatric nurses learn, grow, and thrive in their professional practice.

October 8 - October 10, 2026

2026 Health Policy Conference

Washington, DC

Presented by American Academy of Nursing

An annual forum for nurses, students, and policymakers to discuss health policies and courageous transformations in the healthcare landscape.

October 10, 2026

ISPAN 2026 Virtual Fall Conference: The More You Know the More You Grow

Virtual

Presented by Iowa Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses

A virtual conference providing evidence-based updates in perianesthesia care, including preanesthesia testing and emergency management.

CE credits: 4.0 CE credits available

October 14, 2026

WSNA Business Meeting and Health Equity Webinar

Virtual

Presented by Washington State Nurses Association

This event combines essential union business with a webinar focused on addressing ableism in healthcare and its impact on patients and professionals.

CE credits: 2.0 CNE contact hours

October 15, 2026

Ascend 2026

Bristol, CT

Presented by Connecticut Emergency Nurses Association

A premier annual nursing education and professional development conference for emergency nurses, educators, and students.

October 16, 2026

2026 Virginia ENA Annual Conference

Glen Allen, VA

Presented by Virginia Emergency Nurses Association

An educational conference covering topics such as pediatric emergencies, care of autistic patients, and EMS-RN collaboration.

October 17 - October 18, 2026

Nursing Leadership Conference 2026

San Diego, CA

Presented by PubScholars

A leadership conference for nurse practitioners and nursing professionals to discuss innovation, advanced practice, and professional networking.

October 17 - October 18, 2026

Acute Care NP Conference 2026

Virtual

Presented by PubScholars

A hybrid conference designed for Acute Care Nurse Practitioners to network with experts, access on-demand materials, and earn continuing education credits.

CE credits: Available

October 19, 2026

Nursing Alliance 2026: 4th Global Virtual Conference on Nursing Education

Virtual

Presented by Scientifink

A global virtual forum for academic researchers and nursing leaders to share ideas, unpublished data, and strategies regarding nursing education and practice.

October 20 - October 21, 2026

2026 Labor Institute

Logan, OH

Presented by Ohio Nurses Association

A focused institute designed to strengthen labor knowledge and leadership skills for Ohio nurses.

October 22, 2026

2026 Adult & Pediatric Sepsis Guideline Updates

Virtual

Presented by American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)

A focused educational session providing the latest updates on sepsis guidelines for nurses caring for adult and pediatric patients in high-acuity settings.

CE credits: Not specified

October 26 - October 27, 2026

2026 NYSNA Convention

New York, NY

Presented by New York State Nurses Association

The annual convention for NYSNA members to gather, discuss union advocacy, and focus on protecting patients, practice, and the union.

October 29 - October 31, 2026

2026 Magnet & Pathway Conference

Chicago, IL

Presented by American Nurses Credentialing Center

A major gathering for nursing leaders to celebrate nursing excellence and share innovative practices.

November 5, 2026

2026 West Virginia Perinatal Summit

West Virginia

Presented by West Virginia Nurses Association

A summit focused on perinatal care for advanced practice nurses and other nursing professionals.

November 6 - November 7, 2026

Oncology Nursing Summit Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Presented by Advanced Practice Providers Oncology Summit (APPOS)

A multidisciplinary oncology conference featuring a dedicated nursing track for registered nurses, nurse managers, and students.

CE credits: ANCC contact hours available

November 12 - November 14, 2026

2026 ANA-NY Annual Conference

Troy, NY

Presented by American Nurses Association-New York

An annual event focused on the theme of effective, social, and professional nursing knowledge, offering strategies for nurses to thrive in complex healthcare environments.

December 3 - December 5, 2026

Transform 2026

Indianapolis, IN

Presented by American Association of Colleges of Nursing

A premier nursing education conference for nurse faculty focusing on innovation, leadership, and networking.

January 12 - January 14, 2027

Doctoral Education Conference

Coronado, CA

Presented by American Association of Colleges of Nursing

A gathering for faculty and administrators focused on the future of doctoral nursing education.

January 12 - January 14, 2027

Doctoral Education Conference

Coronado, CA

Presented by American Association of Colleges of Nursing

This conference is designed for faculty and leaders in doctoral nursing education to discuss trends and innovations in the field.

January 28, 2027

Leadership Conference 2027

Schaumburg, IL

Presented by Emergency Nurses Association

An event designed for emergency nursing leaders to develop professional skills and network with peers.

January 29, 2027

2027 Virtual INNRS

Virtual

Presented by American Association of Neuroscience Nurses (AANN)

A symposium where nurse researchers present information on literature, methodologies, results, and clinical implications of recent nursing research.

January 30 - January 31, 2027

International Conference on Nursing (ICN)

Bengaluru, India

Presented by World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology

An international forum for nursing professionals to present research and discuss clinical practices and nursing education.

February 7 - February 9, 2027

2027 AANP Health Policy Conference

Washington, DC

Presented by American Association of Nurse Practitioners

This conference is designed for nurse practitioners interested in health policy, advocacy, scope of practice, and professional leadership.

February 7 - February 10, 2027

ACNL Annual Nursing Leadership Conference 2027

Monterey, CA

Presented by Association of California Nurse Leaders (ACNL)

A premier gathering for nurse leaders and aspiring leaders to connect, learn, and elevate their leadership practice through education and networking.

February 17 - February 19, 2027

CACN Spring 2027 Conference

Rancho Mirage, CA

Presented by California Association of Colleges of Nursing (CACN)

An annual conference for nursing educators and academic leaders.

March 2 - March 5, 2027

Summit 2027

Virtual

Presented by Exacare

A summit focused on the skilled nursing sector, featuring sessions on the integration of artificial intelligence in nursing practice.

March 21 - March 23, 2027

2027 NurseTRUST Summit

Denver, CO

Presented by NurseTRUST

A leadership-focused summit providing nurse leaders with practical toolkits, networking opportunities, and strategies to advance the nursing profession.

March 31 - April 1, 2027

New Jersey League for Nurses Annual Convention

Atlantic City, NJ

Presented by New Jersey League for Nurses

An annual convention for nurses in New Jersey to engage in professional development and networking.

March 31 - April 3, 2027

NSNA 75th Annual Convention

Lake Buena Vista, FL

Presented by National Student Nurses' Association

The annual convention for nursing students featuring educational programming, career development, and networking opportunities.

March 31, 2027

National Student Nurses' Association (NSNA) 74th Annual Convention

Virtual

Presented by National Student Nurses' Association (NSNA)

The 74th annual convention for nursing students to network, learn, and engage with the future of the nursing profession.

April 1 - April 3, 2027

ANPA Annual Conference

To be determined

Presented by American Nurse Practitioner Association

An annual conference for nurse practitioners to engage in professional development and networking.

April 12 - April 15, 2027

AONL 2027 Annual Conference

Phoenix, AZ

Presented by American Organization for Nursing Leadership

A premier national conference for nurse leaders to learn, connect, and discover innovative strategies for the complex healthcare landscape.

CE credits: Contact Hours Available

April 14 - April 18, 2027

ONS Congress 2027

Washington, DC, USA

Presented by Oncology Nursing Society

This annual congress brings together oncology nurses for cutting-edge education, networking, and professional growth in the field of cancer care.

CE credits: Information available upon registration

April 20 - April 22, 2027

Nursing Advancement Professionals (NAP) Conference

Anaheim, CA

Presented by American Association of Colleges of Nursing

A professional development event for those working in nursing school advancement, focusing on leadership and growth strategies.

May 5, 2027

MNA Capitol Action Day 2027

Lansing, MI

Presented by Michigan Nurses Association (MNA)

A gathering for nurses and healthcare professionals to learn legislative advocacy skills, meet with elected officials, and advocate for the nursing profession.

May 25 - May 26, 2027

58th International Conference on Nursing Leadership and Management

Rome, Italy

Presented by Nursing Meetings

A global conference focused on integrating evidence-based practice into nursing leadership and bridging the gap between research and clinical excellence.

May 29, 2027

NYSNA Seminar At Sea 2027

Virtual

Presented by New York State Nurses Association

This program is designed to empower nurses to navigate the complexities of the modern healthcare environment with increased confidence and resilience.

June 9 - June 11, 2027

2027 Texas Nurses Association Annual Conference: Navigating New Horizons in Nursing

Corpus Christi, TX

Presented by Texas Nurses Association

A gathering for nurses across Texas to explore ideas, challenges, and opportunities shaping the nursing profession.

July 7 - July 9, 2027

4th World Congress On Nursing Practice & Science

Frankfurt, Germany

Presented by Mind Authors

A global congress focused on empowering nursing practice through clinical updates, research, and leadership discussions.

CE credits: Yes

July 8 - July 11, 2027

31st ICN Congress

Taipei, Taiwan

Presented by International Council of Nurses

The world's largest international gathering of nurses, focusing on the theme 'Empowering Nurses: New Horizons Transforming Health and Care' to discuss global health leadership.

July 16 - July 18, 2027

38th International Nursing Research Congress

Dublin, Ireland

Presented by Sigma Theta Tau International

This congress brings together nursing researchers and healthcare leaders to explore evidence and innovations in nursing, including AI, digital health, and new models of care.

July 19 - July 21, 2027

Nursing Practice 2027

Vienna, Austria

Presented by Annual Forums

The 2nd World Conference on Nursing Practice and Research brings together global nursing leaders for keynote, oral, and poster presentations.

July 20 - July 22, 2027

BCEN Learn Live Conference 2027

Las Vegas, NV, USA

Presented by Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing

An educational conference designed for emergency nursing professionals to enhance their clinical knowledge and professional practice.

CE credits: Information available upon registration

August 8 - August 12, 2027

AANA Annual Congress 2027

New Orleans, LA

Presented by American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA)

The largest educational event for nurse anesthetists, featuring professional development and industry networking.

August 9 - August 10, 2027

28th World Congress on Nursing & Health Care

London, UK

Presented by World Congress on Nursing & Health Care

An international platform for nurses and healthcare professionals to discuss global health trends and nursing practice.

August 17 - August 20, 2027

2027 NCSBN Annual Meeting

Chicago, IL

Presented by National Council of State Boards of Nursing

An annual meeting focused on topics impacting the world of nursing regulation and policy.

September 15 - September 18, 2027

Emergency Nursing 2027

Kansas City, MO

Presented by Emergency Nurses Association

The premier annual event for emergency nurses, featuring clinical education, networking, and industry updates.

September 16 - September 18, 2027

2027 NLN Education Summit

Phoenix, AZ

Presented by National League for Nursing

An in-person summit for nursing educators and leaders to discuss the future of nursing education.

September 24 - September 25, 2027

6th World Congress on Nursing 2027

London, UK

Presented by Aver conferences

An international platform for nurses, researchers, and educators to exchange scientific knowledge and discuss current developments in nursing practice and education.

October 7 - October 9, 2027

American Academy of Nursing Policy Dialogue

Virtual

Presented by American Academy of Nursing

Annual policy dialogues hosted by the Academy to discuss critical topics related to their organizational policy priorities.

October 21 - October 23, 2027

Global Emergency Nursing Conference 2027

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Presented by Emergency Nurses Association and Elsevier

A three-day event designed to bring together emergency nurses from around the world for shared learning and networking opportunities.

October 21 - October 23, 2027

Global Emergency Nursing Conference

Netherlands

Presented by Emergency Nurses Association

A collaborative international event between ENA and Elsevier focused on delivering presentations and sessions on emergency care for global nursing professionals.

CE credits: Information available upon registration

October 24 - October 26, 2027

2027 Academic Nursing Leadership Conference

Washington, DC

Presented by American Association of Colleges of Nursing

A leadership conference for academic nursing professionals to address emerging issues and strengthen the future of nursing education.

October 29 - November 1, 2027

49th Biennial Convention

Denver, Colorado, USA

Presented by Sigma Theta Tau International

A major biennial convention for Sigma members to connect, share research, and advance nursing excellence globally.