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WHAT ARE THE DATES AND LOCATION FOR THE 2026 MAGNET & PATHWAY CONFERENCE™?
The 2026 Magnet & Pathway Conference™ will be held in person, in Chicago, Illinois, October 29-31, 2026, at the McCormick Place Convention Center. Exhibits will be open October 29-30.
WHAT IF I NEED REGISTRATION SUPPORT?
Registration Support
Hours of operation: 8:00 AM– 5:00 PM CDT
Phone: +1.(972) 349.7664
Email: ancc@jade.mcievents.com
OUR GROUP REGISTRATION PAYMENT HAS BEEN SENT, BUT WE CANNOT FINISH THE REGISTRATION PROCESS?
If you have a registration payment confirmation and 7 business days have passed since your payment was sent, please contact the registration team:
Magnet & Pathway Conference Registration
Hours of operation: 8:00 AM– 5:00 PM CDT
Phone: +1 (972) 349.7664
Email: ancc@jade.mcievents.com
I AM AN ANA MEMBER. IS THERE A REGISTRATION DISCOUNT FOR ME?
Yes! ANA members receive discounts on individual registration fees (does not apply to group or other discounts). View member-only pricing and register here.
WHEN CAN I REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE AND RESERVE HOTEL SPACE?
Registration and housing are currently open. Click here to register for pre-conference events and the conference, find housing, view the program schedule, and much more!
WILL THERE BE PRE-CONFERENCE EVENTS FOR THE CONFERENCE?
Yes. The events you typically enjoy (e.g., program guidance courses, seminars, and program director sessions) are scheduled for Monday, October 26– Tuesday, October 27. Fees and attendance eligibility rules apply for some workshops.
WHEN I AM SELECTING MY SESSIONS DURING REGISTRATION DOES THAT LOCK IN MY SCHEDULE?
No, by selecting your preferred sessions the conference planning team is able to place the sessions in meeting rooms according to the interest. All sessions are first come, first seated.
WILL THE RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM BE HELD PRIOR TO THE CONFERENCE?
Yes. The American Nurses Enterprise Research Workshops will take place prior the Conference on Tuesday, October 27. followed by the Research Symposium on October 28 in Chicago. Separate registration fees apply.
Learn more about this year's event, Discovery to Impact: Advancing Research for a Healthier Future.
CAN I RESERVE HOUSING DIRECTLY FROM THE HOTEL’S WEBSITE?
No, we ask that you do not book directly on the hotel’s website. Connections Housing is the only official housing provider for ANCC. Do not book rooms through any other company claiming to represent ANCC. You receive certain protections and benefits by booking with Connections Housing. Housing opens with registration. Click here for more information.
WILL THERE BE TRANSPORTATION FROM HOTELS TO THE CONVENTION CENTER?
Yes, attendees who book within the conference hotel block will have access to complimentary shuttle service. For more information visit the hotel and travel page (add link here). Click here for more hotel and travel information.
WILL THERE BE A VIRTUAL COMPONENT OF THE MAGNET & PATHWAY CONFERENCE?
Yes, the general sessions will be available via live stream. You must register to gain access to these sessions. They are free, but registration is required.
Only the four general sessions are available virtually. All sessions will be streamed in Central Time. The schedule for live stream will be available soon.
WILL THE LIVE STREAM BE AVAILABLE ON-DEMAND?
Only the designation celebrations and the awards will be available on-demand. They will be on demand until the end of December 2026.
CAN I CLAIM CNE FOR LIVE STREAM?
There are no CNE credits available for the live streamed general sessions.
WHAT ARE THE CONFERENCE FEES THIS YEAR?
For registration fees and options, visit the Registration page.
HOW DO I OBTAIN MY CNE CREDITS?
Please see ANCC CNE Credits Information for details.
The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) is a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association (ANA). Magnet & Pathway Conference™ are registered trademarks of ANCC.
ARE THERE CONFERENCE POLICIES I SHOULD BE AWARE OF?
Yes, ANCC has policies to help ensure the best possible experience for conference attendees. Please review all policies here.
IS THERE SPECIFIC INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL ATTENDEES?
Yes, you can find visa information and other important details for the conference here.