National Council of Teachers of EnglishEstablished 1911
NCTE Annual Convention is a language & literacy conference held at Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, United States. The next edition runs November 19–22, 2026. Established in 1911, the event welcomes around 7,000 visitors and 150 exhibitors each year.
The flagship gathering for English and language arts educators, NCTE features sessions on literacy, literature, writing, and equity in English teaching, plus meetings with acclaimed authors.
Next event
November 19–22, 2026
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, United States
7.0k
Last 2 years
150
Companies
1911
115 years
North
United States
From $295 (member early bird) to $525 (non-member on-site)
Online registration via NCTE; member and student rates. Badges required. Author signings and workshops may require tickets.
NCTE Annual Convention takes place November 19–22, 2026.
NCTE Annual Convention is held at Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, United States.
Registration fees: From $295 (member early bird) to $525 (non-member on-site).
Online registration via NCTE; member and student rates. Badges required. Author signings and workshops may require tickets. Register at the official page: https://ncte.org/convention/registration
NCTE Annual Convention is organized by National Council of Teachers of English. The event was established in 1911 and attracts around 7,000 visitors and 150 exhibitors.
November 20–22, 2026
San Antonio, United States
6,500 avg visitors · 250 exhibitors
March 15–18, 2027
Houston, United States
6,000 avg visitors · 120 exhibitors
February 17–19, 2027
Lake Buena Vista, United States
2,200 avg visitors · 100 exhibitors
Event details for NCTE Annual Convention are curated and indicative — always confirm dates, fees and entry requirements on the official site, ncte.org/convention.