2026 Attendee Experience

Ticketed Events |  Dine Arounds

Ticketed Events

Guest Opening Reception Ticket  |  Monday, May 11, 2026  |  5:30 – 7:30 PM  |  Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center  |  $100

Kick off NAEP 2026 with an evening at the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center. Attendees and their guests can enjoy refreshments, hors d’oeuvres, and plenty of time to connect before the conference gets underway. The Opening Reception is included with full conference registration; guest tickets may be purchased for an additional fee.

President's Reception  |  Tuesday, May 12, 2026  |  6:30 – 9:30 PM  |  Anchorage Museum  |  $35

Guest Reception Ticket  |  $150

Join us for the NAEP 2026 President’s Reception at the Anchorage Museum on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 6:30–9:30 PM. Enjoy a hosted bar and hors d’oeuvres as you connect with fellow attendees in one of Anchorage’s most iconic spaces. You’ll have time to explore the museum’s exhibits while networking and celebrating a great conference week.

Dine Arounds

We are thrilled to offer dine arounds to our attendees to enhance your conference experience. Savor an extra networking opportunity to get to know one another outside of a conference setting. Choose one or two of the amazing local Anchorage restaurants you want to check out, sign up, and get to know your fellow attendees while you enjoy delicious food. Who knows? You might find you have more in common than just your great taste in food and associations.

You may sign up for one restaurant each day after registering for the conference. While it is free to sign up, please note that you are responsible for the cost of your own food and beverage.

Dine around sign ups will open soon!