ICMA 112th Annual Conference | Long Beach, California 

Main Conference: October 17–21, 2026 

Pre-Conference Lineup: October 16–17, 2026 

The ICMA Annual Conference is the premier gathering for local government professionals, department heads, and deputies worldwide. Join more than 5,000 of your peers in Long Beach to dive into the most pressing challenges facing local governments and their communities —from AI frontiers and structural uncertainty to workforce retention and sustainable governance.

Maximize Your Itinerary: Arrive Early, Lead Stronger 

Don’t just plan for the main keynotes. Expand your professional development by arriving early for our dedicated pre-conference tracks: 

• Friday, Oct 16: The full-day Assistant CAO Exchange & Reception (designed exclusively for the "No. 2" role). 
• Saturday & Sunday, Oct 17–18: Our high-impact Pre-Conference Micro-Certifications.

Registration & Housing Timeline: 

Gateway Opens: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT. 

Register early to secure the "Best Value" pricing. 

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