APA PA Annual Conference 2026
Organized by APA Pennsylvania Chapter
The Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Planning Association's Annual Conference is an incredible experience for planning professionals in the fall.
- Dates
- Oct 18-20, 2026
- Location
- Bethlehem, PA
- Deadline
- -
- Attendees
- 400
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About this conference
The Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Planning Association's Annual Conference is an incredible experience for planning professionals in the fall. The 2026 conference theme, 'Forging the Next 250 Through Preservation, Innovation, and Collaboration,' will highlight the growth and future of Pennsylvania’s planning profession, emphasizing the Commonwealth’s role in transforming its history through regional development and innovation. Sessions will cover critical topics such as land use planning, affordable housing solutions, sustainable infrastructure planning, transportation planning, historic preservation, geographic information systems, and economic development strategies aimed at strengthening communities across diverse urban and rural settings. Attendees, including more than 400 planning professionals, will engage in comprehensive training, strategic networking, and professional development activities, gaining valuable insights from industry leaders on implementing future-focused planning approaches.
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Sponsorship opportunities include Diamond ($5,000), Platinum ($3,000), Gold ($2,000), and Silver ($1,000) tiers, each offering varying levels of benefits such as conference registrations, advertising in programs, exhibit tables, website listings, social media mentions, e-blasts to members, and attendee lists. Specific underwriting opportunities for keynotes, receptions, breaks, and branding on conference materials (lanyards, bags, pens, etc.) are available depending on the sponsorship level. Exhibitor spaces are also available for $650, which includes one conference registration.
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