Late Registration Opens for National Child Nutrition Conference 2026
March 3, 2026
Late registration is now open for the 2026 National Child Nutrition Conference (NCNC26), the largest annual gathering of professionals dedicated to supporting the Child and Adult Care Food Program and the Summer Food Service Program. Late registration will be available through March 24, 2026. The conference will take place April 13–17, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Each year, NCNC brings together thousands of leaders and practitioners from across the child nutrition community, including sponsoring organizations, State and federal agencies, early childhood programs, child care centers, family child care homes, adult care providers, Tribal organizations, schools, food banks and community partners. Attendees connect with peers, exchange practical ideas and strengthen their shared commitment to expanding access to nutritious meals for children and adults in care.
NCNC26 will offer more than 150 hours of education led by over 180 presenters. Sessions will provide hands-on strategies for program operations, timely policy and regulatory updates and guidance on maintaining high-quality nutrition services in communities nationwide.
Participants can tailor their experience to meet their organization’s needs while gaining tools they can immediately put into practice.
The 2026 conference also marks the 40th anniversary of the National CACFP Association, celebrating four decades of leadership, education and advocacy in child nutrition. Special moments throughout the week will reflect on the program’s impact and highlight the future of CACFP and SFSP.
Those planning to attend are encouraged to complete their registration by March 24 to secure their place at this milestone event. For registration details, pricing and conference updates, visit cacfp.org/conference.