Events Calendar

Congresses are a good way to stay up-to-date with the most current research and evidence-based practices in nursing care, and provide an opportunity to learn new skills and network with other practitioners. Visit our curated calendar of events for your convenience.

February 2026

2026 American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Health Policy Conference

Feb 08, 2026 - Feb 10, 2026. Washington, DC

The AANP’s annual Health Policy Conference is an opportunity for nurse practitioners to expand health policy knowledge and network with peers.

Venue: Please visit event website for further details.  

Audience: Nurse practitioners

Event Focus: Health policy and nursing 

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Nevada Psychiatric Association (NPA) 31st Annual National Psychopharmacology Update

Feb 11, 2026 - Feb 14, 2026. Las Vegas, Nevada

The NPA’s annual meeting provides comprehensive information on the psychopharmacological treatment of psychiatric disorders commonly encountered in clinical practice.

Venue: Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino  

Audience: Psychiatrists, primary care physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, students, residents, and fellows, and other mental health professionals  

Event Focus: Psychiatry, psychopharmacology

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March 2026

Annual Meeting of the American Psychopathological Association (APPA)

Mar 16, 2026 - Mar 19, 2026. Boston, Massachusetts

The APPA meeting is an opportunity for mental health specialists to learn about, discuss, and debate cutting-edge issues in disordered human behavior. The 2026 conference will focus on “the fruits of the ‘affect revolution’ in conceptualizing, understanding, and intervening in psychopathology.”

Venue: Boston Hilton Park Plaza 

Audience: Psychopathologists, psychologists, psychiatrists, neurobiologists, mental health professionals, social workers, nurses, students  

Event Focus: Psychiatry 

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Psych Congress NP Institute Annual Meeting

Mar 19, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026. Nashville, Tennessee

The Psych Congress NP Institute event is an essential educational experience, crafted by the world-class leaders of Psych Congress. This meeting will take a deep dive into everything you need to know about psychopharmacology, including basic psychopharmacology principles and terminology pertaining to treatment, disease states, and medication types.

Venue: Please visit event website for further details.

Audience: Psychiatric nurse practitioners  

Event Focus: Nursing, psychiatry, psychopharmacology

Event website

April 2026

Annual Conference of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA)

Apr 09, 2026 - Apr 11, 2026. Chicago, Illinois

The ADAA conference is a multidisciplinary meeting dedicated to educating practitioners and sharing research on the prevention and treatment of anxiety, depression, and co-occurring disorders. The 2026 meeting will highlight innovations in technology that drive clinical care and research.

Venue: Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

Audience: Psychologists, psychiatrists, researchers, social workers, counselors, behavioral health nurse practitioners, family therapists 

Event Focus: Psychiatry

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47th Annual Meeting and Scientific Sessions of the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM) 

Apr 22, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026. Chicago, Illinois

The SBM annual meeting is a multidisciplinary conference dedicated to education and research in the field of behavioral medicine. The theme of the 2026 meeting is “Integrating Scientific Perspectives to Advance Discovery & Innovation.”

Venue: Please visit event website for further details.

Audience: Psychologists, psychiatrists, behavioral medicine specialists, behavioral researchers, mental health professionals, physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, students  

Event Focus: Behavior, psychology

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2026 Society of Biological Psychiatry (SOBP) Annual Meeting

Apr 30, 2026 - May 02, 2026. New York City, New York

The SOBP meeting educates attendees on alternative frameworks for understanding psychiatric illnesses and presents emerging tools in the psychiatric landscape. The theme for 2026 is “Building Better Brains: From Synapses to Societies.”

Venue: Please visit event website for further details.

Audience: Psychiatrists, psychiatric researchers, neuroscientists, clinicians  

Event Focus: Psychiatry

Event website

May 2026

Neuroscience Education Institute (NEI) Spring Congress

May 01, 2026 - May 03, 2026. Kissimmee, Florida

The NEI Spring Congress educates practitioners on advances in psychopharmacology and evidence-based research on treatment strategies to help improve patient care.

Venue: Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center

Audience: Psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, physician associates, psychologists, pharmacists, social workers, students and residents, all other mental health and primary care professionals  

Event Focus: Psychopharmacology, neuroscience, and psychiatry

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American Psychiatric Association (APA) Annual Meeting

May 16, 2026 - May 20, 2026. San Francisco, California

The APA is one of the largest psychiatric organizations worldwide, and its annual meeting brings practitioners together to learn about up-to-date research and clinical practice.

Venue: Please visit event website for further details. 

Audience: Psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, mental health professionals, occupational therapists, social workers, physicians, residents, medical students, and advocates  

Event Focus: Psychiatry 

Event website

June 2026

Psych Congress Elevate

Jun 03, 2026 - Jun 06, 2026. Las Vegas, Nevada

Psych Congress Elevate delivers practical psychopharmacology, career-building, and future-focused education designed specifically for mental health clinicians.

Venue: Caesars Palace Las Vegas 

Audience: Psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants/associates, psychologists, primary care physicians, social workers, students, residents, fellows, and other mental health professionals 

Event Focus: Psychiatry

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American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) National Conference 

Jun 23, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026. Las Vegas, Nevada

AANP holds one of the largest conferences for nurse practitioners in the United States, providing attendees with opportunities to learn about new research, review legislative and policy issues, and network with their peers.  

Venue: Please visit event website for further details. 

Audience: Nurse practitioners   

Event Focus: Nursing 

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