National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS)Established 1921
NCSS Annual Conference is a k-12 education conference held at Hyatt Regency Chicago in Chicago, United States. The next edition runs December 4–6, 2026. Established in 1921, the event welcomes around 3,200 visitors and 170 exhibitors each year.
The 106th NCSS Annual Conference convenes social studies educators for sessions on civics, history, geography, and inquiry-based instruction alongside a large classroom-resource exhibit.
Next event
December 4–6, 2026
Hyatt Regency Chicago, Chicago, United States
3.2k
Last 2 years
170
Companies
1921
105 years
North
United States
From $300 (member early) to $500 (on-site)
Register online via the NCSS conference registration page; member rates available.
NCSS Annual Conference takes place December 4–6, 2026.
NCSS Annual Conference is held at Hyatt Regency Chicago in Chicago, United States.
Registration fees: From $300 (member early) to $500 (on-site).
Register online via the NCSS conference registration page; member rates available. Register at the official page: https://www.socialstudies.org/conference/registration
NCSS Annual Conference is organized by National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS). The event was established in 1921 and attracts around 3,200 visitors and 170 exhibitors.
January 31 – February 3, 2027
San Antonio, United States
8,500 avg visitors · 400 exhibitors
November 4–7, 2026
Washington, United States
7,000 avg visitors · 200 exhibitors
November 4–7, 2026
Nashville, United States
3,000 avg visitors · 100 exhibitors
Event details for NCSS Annual Conference are curated and indicative — always confirm dates, fees and entry requirements on the official site, www.socialstudies.org/conference.