2026 LPA National Conference
New Orleans, Louisiana
We had such an unforgettable time in San Diego that we couldn’t resist turning up the excitement this year in New Orleans. NOLA is the city where music, flavor, and fun never stop!
New Orleans is a place like no other; rich in history, bursting with culture, and alive with energy from sunrise to midnight. From the colorful streets of the French Quarter to the soul of Bourbon Street, every corner has a story to tell. Stroll along the riverfront, savor classic beignets at Café du Monde, and feel the rhythm of live jazz floating through the air. Visit the world‑class National World War II Museum, take a scenic Steamboat Natchez dinner cruise, or join us for a Pontoon Swamp Tour to see Louisiana’s wild side up close.
There’s so much to see and experience and then we haven't even started on discussing the incredible LPA schedule planned. Discover New Orleans with us, where memories are made, culture comes alive, and laissez les bons temps rouler. We are letting the good times roll during the second week of July, 2026!
Conference Highlights
Our New Orleans conference is packed with exciting adventures for everyone. Whether you’re learning something new at a workshop, reconnecting with friends at a Meet and Greet, dancing the night away, learning from a Medical Advisory Member, or enjoying one of our incredible evening events, there’s always something happening. Below are a few highlights that require pre‑registration. Keep in mind that tickets for off‑site events often sell out before early registration ends, so be sure to sign up as soon as possible. Click below to view a detailed daily schedule. We are still adding events, so please check back from time to time. You won’t want to miss a moment of the best conference yet!
Friday,
July 10th
Registration Opens
First Dance Begins!
Saturday,
July 11th
Opening Celebration at the Grand Oaks Mansion and Mardi Gras World!
Sunday,
July 12th
New Orleans City Tour & Steamboat Natchez Dinner Cruise!
Monday,
July 13th
World War II Museum; Fashion Show
Tuesday,
July 14th
Pontoon Swamp Tour; OWLS Lunch at the Vue
Wednesday,
July 15th
Aquarium trip, and then Awards Banquet
Thursday,
July 16th
Jazz Brunch, Cornhole Tournament, Teen Trip to Museum of Illusions
Friday,
July 17th
Friday, July 17th - Last Goodbyes and plans for the next one!
Full Conference Agenda
- LPA Registration Opens
- DAAA Check-In Opens
- CITM: Poolside Meet up
- Off-site Teens: NOLA & Beignets
- Volunteer Training
- Cornhole Event
- Ice-Breaking at LPA (NEW)
- Dance
- CITM – Hangout
- Teens – Pool Day!
- Young Adult– Meeting up @ The Pool
- AH Youth - Scavenger Hunt
- DAC - Open Mic Night in Barty
- DAAA – Indoor Futsal (soccer)
- OWLS - Zumba Class
- BOD Meetings
- Another time to ice-break at LPA
- Meet & Greets, Receptions
- OPENING CELEBRATION @ Mardi Gras World
- Dance
- Barty Lounge - Ragin' Cajun' Karaoke
- CITM – Hanging Out!
- Children's Room
- Teens – NOLA Shopping
- AH Youth - Game Day
- YA – Karaoke practice
- OWLS – Reception
- DAAA – Swimming & Volleyball
- DAC - DAC Social
- Off-site – NOLA City Tour, Steamboat Natchez Dinner Cruise, Ghost Tour
- BOD Meeting
- Parent Meeting
- MAB Workshops
- Meet & Greets & Receptions
- Lee Kitchens Corner
- LPA Expo
- Bingo
- Barty Lounge - Baile Latino (Latin Dance)
- Dance
- Children's Room
- MAB Medical Meetings
- CITM - Painted Turtle in NOLA
- Teens - Offsite at the Vue
- YA – Sazerac House
- DAC – Tellin’ Tales
- AH Youth - Paint & Chat
- DAAA –Rowing & Powerlifting
- General Assembly
- Off-site – World War II Museum
- MAB Individual Meetings
- Meet & Greets & Receptions
- Expo
- Lee Kitchens Corner
- Bingo
- Fashion Show
- Barty Lounge – Speakeasy Night
- Dance
- CITM – Painted Turtle II in NOLA, Laser Tag
- Teens – Pool Day, Laser Tag
- AH Youth – Workshops
- YA – Laser Tag & Trivia Pizza Night
- OWLS - Lunch and the Vue
- DAC - Theatre Series
- DAAA – Badminton
- MAB Meetings
- Off-site – Swamp Pontoon Tour
- History of LPA Dinner
- Workshops, Meet & Greets & Receptions
- Lee Kitchens Corner
- Talent Show
- Bingo
- Expo
- Barty Lounge – Little Big Band
- Dance
- Mask-Making onsite special event
- DAAA – Basketball
- Off-site – Aquarium (special grouping by Everyone, CITM, Teens, YA)
- Medical Meetings
- Workshops, Meet & Greets & Receptions
- Lee Kitchens Corner
- Bingo
- Awards Banquet
- Children's Banquet - Sparkle and Beads Bash
- Barty Lounge – Karaoke
- Dance
- Teens – Offsite Museum of Illusions
- OWLS - Sazerac House Tour
- DAAA – Boccia
- Jazz-A-Tazz Brunch at the Hotel
- Dodgeball
- Cornhole Tournament
- Last Dance
- Pack up all of those memories and all of your awesome wardrobe for one last day…
- Give those special volunteers an extra “thank you” for the fantastic time.
- Start counting the days until July 2027!
