VISIT NRPA

Conference

66th Annual Conference & Tradeshow

November 23 & 24, 2026

Mohegan Sun Hotel & Convention Center 

With over 350 parks & recreation professionals and over 100 exhibits, CRPA's Annual Conference is a great place for networking, sharing ideas, learning about current trends, and getting a pulse on what is happening in the parks and recreation industry. This two-day conference and tradeshow boasts 20 educational sessions, networking events, an awards ceremony, and an exhibit hall.  This is a don't miss event for professionals and service providers alike!

Download the 2026 Conference App! 

INSTRUCTIONS COMING SOON!

2026 Silent Auction

Bidding OPENS Monday at 8:30 am 

Bidding CLOSES Monday at 4:00 pm

SILENT AUCTION PREVIEW COMING SOON

Get Involved

JOIN CONFERENCE COMMITTEE

We need YOUR help to make conference the CRPA event of the year! Join the CRPA Conference Committee and be an integral part of the largest parks and recreation tradeshow in New England!

Building on the rich tradition of the CRPA Conference, this event is the one time during the year when students, professionals, educators, and service providers gather together to learn and share effective practices, improve skills, and discover new opportunities and resources.

Join a great team made up of professionals from all around the state and help us to improve and enhance the conference!

Contact Ryan Deneen or Geordie Emmanuel, CRPA Conference Committee Co-Chairs for more information on joining the committee at: [email protected] or [email protected]

VOLUNTEER

Can't make the committee meetings but still want to get involved?  Volunteers are always needed to room host, help with registration and logistics, and much more! 

2026 Conference Volunteer Sign Up COMING SOON