APRA 2026 Annual Conference

Join us for the 2026 APRA Conference & Expo at Phoenix Convention Center | South Building on 8/31 - 9/2, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The APRA Annual Conference is the only annual meeting of the parks and recreation community in the state of Arizona. Held annually, the beloved APRA Conference and Expo hosts professionals, students and those with business interests in the areas of parks, recreation, conservation, and open spaces, for three days of discovery and industry innovation. The Conference experience offers education sessions covering broad range of topics and presented by prominent speakers on local, state and national levels; a state-of-the-art Exhibit Hall. The conference includes a wide variety of educational sessions covering a broad range of issues on a local, state and national level. We will host prominent speakers, state-of-the-art related exhibit hall, informative and interactive workshops, tours, socials, golf tournament and much more. Stay connected through the exclusive 2026 APRA Annual Conference App! - Compete with fellow Attendees for the top spot on the Leaderboard by participating in the Activity Feed, completing Surveys and more - Connect with friends and colleagues throughout the event - View the Agenda for meals, sessions, and breaks - Check out Speaker, Exhibitor and Sponsor profiles - Recognize our sponsors who have generously contributed to this year's event - View Maps to help you get around at APRA Annual Conference The Arizona Parks and Recreation Association was founded in 1950 as a member based professional organization. Our membership is comprised of diverse professionals who work for local municipalities, state and county parks, private recreation agencies, HOA's, golf courses and a wide variety of businesses that service the industry. As a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, APRA is not directly affiliated or supported by any city, state or county agency.