Registration
Save $100 on your registration when you visit this page on April 1 and click on the register button.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Registration Opens on Flash Day — April 1
To save $100 on your registration, visit this page on April 1 and click on the register button.
Exhibitor registration will open on May 1. Exhibitors must register through the portal.
Flash Day Rules
- Savings are available only on April 1, 2026, starting at 12:01 a.m. ET and ending at 11:59 p.m. ET.
- You must be a member in good standing.
- You must register online, and the offer is only eligible for the full registration option. Forms other than online registration will not be accepted on Flash Day. No purchase orders or checks accepted.
- If the registration needs to be transferred at a later date, there is a $25 transfer fee, and the recipient must be an APCO member in good standing.
Thinking About Volunteering?
Sign up to volunteer before registering for conference to receive a complimentary day pass for every 4 hours worked.
*If you have already purchased a registration prior to signing up to volunteer, you will not be issued complimentary or reduced-priced day passes, and no credits or reimbursements will be offered in exchange for your volunteer hours. Complimentary and discounted day passes are not transferrable.
Registration Fees & Information
| REGISTRATION CATEGORY | EARLY REGISTRATION (April 1 – May 31) |
REGULAR (June 1 – July 31) |
ON-SITE (August 1 – August 5) |
| Member Full | $525 | $625 | $675 |
| Non-Member Full | $750 | $850 | $900 |
| Member Day Pass (S, M, T, W) |
$200 per day | $300 per day | $350 per day |
| Non-Member Day Pass (S, M, T, W) |
$300 per day | $400 per day | $450 per day |
| Member Exhibit Hall Only (M & T) | $85 | $105 | $125 |
| Non-Member Exhibit Hall Only (M & T) | $125 | $145 | $165 |
| Spouse, Guest, or Child over 5 yrs of age |
$175 | $175 | $225 |
** You must be a current APCO member to register for member categories.
| Additional EVENT Add-Ons (not included with any registration) |
EARLY (April 1 – May 31) |
REGULAR (June 1 – July 31) |
ON-SITE (August 1 – August 5) |
| Distinguished Achievers Breakfast (Tuesday) | $40 | $50 | $65 |
| Food for Thought Luncheon (Wednesday) | $40 | $50 | $65 |
| Connect & Celebrate Dinner (Wednesday) | $70 | $80 | $95 |
Please note: The Distinguished Achievers Breakfast (Tuesday), Food for Thought Luncheon (Wednesday) and Connect & Celebrate Dinner (Wednesday) are not included in any registration. Additional purchase is required. You must add event to your registration to attend. Quantities are limited and subject to selling out.
Member Full Registration
Available to current members of APCO International.
Includes:
- Entrance into all Professional Development Tracks Sunday through Wednesday
- Entrance into the Exhibit Hall Monday and Tuesday
- Entrance into the APCO Block Party! (Badge required for entry)
- (1) attendee bag (based on availability)
Non-Member Full Registration
Includes:
- One complimentary APCO membership, valid through the end of the current calendar year, for new members only (excludes Commercial and International membership categories). *
- Entrance into all Professional Development Tracks Sunday through Wednesday
- Entrance into the Exhibit Hall Monday and Tuesday
- Entrance into the APCO Block Party! (Badge required for entry)
- (1) attendee bag (based on availability)
*All memberships end on December 31st. APCO prorates memberships in the second year.
Member Day Passes
Available to current members of APCO International
Includes:
- Entrance into Professional Development Tracks and Exhibit Hall
- Entrance into the APCO Block Party! (Tuesday Day Pass only. Badge required for entry)
A day pass must be purchased for each day you attend. Day passes are available Sunday through Wednesday. Other event add-ons must be purchased separately.
Non-Member Day Passes
Includes:
- Entrance into Professional Development Tracks and Exhibit Hall
- Entrance into the APCO Block Party! (Tuesday Day Pass only. Badge required for entry)
A day pass must be purchased for each day you attend. Day passes are available Sunday through Wednesday. Other event add-ons must be purchased separately.
Member Exhibit Hall Only Pass
Available to current members of APCO International.
Includes:
- Access to Exhibit Hall only (includes both Monday & Tuesday)
Non-Member Exhibit Hall Only Pass
Includes:
- Access to Exhibit Hall only (includes both Monday & Tuesday)
Spouse, Guest or Child Registration (over 5 yrs of age)
You must be registered as a full registrant in order to add this to your purchase.
Includes:
- Entrance into the Exhibit Hall Monday and Tuesday
- Entrance into the APCO Block Party! (Badge required for entry)
- (1) attendee bag (based on availability)
*Admittance to the Block Party is included in the purchase of a Full Conference Registration, Spouse/Guest Registration, Exhibitor Full Registration or a Tuesday Day Pass. Admittance will ONLY be available to these groups; no additional individual tickets will be available for purchase. You must wear your badge for entry.
Cancellation/Refund/Transfer Policies
Cancellations, in whole or in part, must be made in writing, and may be subject to cancellation fees. Requests must be submitted via e-mail to [email protected].
- If received on or before July 3, 2026 (30 days prior to the event): Full refund provided.
- If received between July 4 and July 17, 2026 (15-29 days before event): Approved refunds are subject to a $75 administrative fee.
- If received after July 17, 2026 (within 15 days of the event): Cancellations will not be accepted, and event fees will not be refunded.
No refunds will be made after 5:00 pm EDT July 17, 2026, or for no-shows.
Substitutions may be made at any time. If you wish to substitute a participant, please contact [email protected] at the earliest opportunity. Substitutions will be subject to a $25 administrative charge plus any difference in pricing.
View our Registration Terms & Conditions regarding cancellations, refunds, transfers, payment processing and payment methods.
Attendee Bag Distribution
Attendees will receive an attendee bag with each full or spouse/guest registration. Badges must be scanned at the attendee bag distribution counter next to registration.
Photography
Photographs and video footage will be taken by APCO’s official photographer during the conference and may be used for marketing and/or editorial purposes. No photography or video is allowed in the exhibit hall. For more detailed information, please review the registration terms and conditions.
Please be aware of the email address from our registration provider, Maritz. All communications regarding your registration will come from the domains, ‘@eventshq.com and @exl.eventshq.com'. Please ensure that you whitelist these new domains to ensure receipt of this important information. If your company's particular whitelisting solution allows for a wildcard, then your IT staff should allow @*.eventshq.com.
Not Yet an APCO Member?
Save an additional $225 on your full registration by becoming a member of APCO International.
To become a member, visit the APCO membership website and choose a membership based on your preference.
*Your membership must be purchased and paid for prior to registering for the conference in order to qualify for member pricing. Refunds will not be given if membership is purchased after registering.
Registration Hours
To pick up your badge or to register onsite, go to the registration area located in the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center Lobby during the following hours:
| Saturday, Aug. 1 | 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Sunday, Aug. 2 | 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Monday, Aug. 3 | 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday, Aug. 4 | 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday, Aug. 5 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Badges
Attendee badges must be worn during all Conference events and networking functions. You will not be admitted into the Expo or special events without your badge. Advanced ticket purchase is required for the Distinguished Achievers Breakfast, Food for Thought Luncheon and the Connect & Celebrate Dinner.
