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2026 NASIG 41st Annual Conference

Conference Dates: June 2-4, 2026

Conference Location: University of Wisconsin-Madison Memorial Union, Madison, Wisconsin.
The Memorial Union provides a welcoming and comfortable environment with accessible facilities, food options and beautiful lake views!. Explore more information about the Memorial Union and Madison.

Conference Registration: Normal registration is open through May 2, 2026. Late registration runs May 3 - June 1, 2026. On-site registration is June 2-4, 2026. Rates and the registration form are located here.

Conference Accommodation/Hotel: 2026 will be a slight departure from previous in-person conferences with conference activities and lodging being in separate locations. NASIG has secured hotel block rates at the following two hotels.

Please Note: Hotel reservations are only possible via the links above or by contacting the hotel directly. No one will contact you directly to book your hotel room or offer you a "special discounted conference rate." If you receive one of these calls or emails, it is a scam.

All rooms are subject to availability and regular rates. Booking accommodations does not register you for the conference. 

Additional Lodging Options: Listed below are  additional lodging options in close proximity to the Memorial Union. These hotels do not have a NASIG block rate.

General Conference Schedule: June 2nd - June 4th - Full day sessions (will include workshops and keynotes). A link to the conference schedule will be added when it is available.

Conference Activities: As conference planning continues this section will be updated with more details:

June 2nd (pm): Join NASIG colleagues for an evening reception with food and drink in Tripp Commons at the Memorial Union. The First Timers Reception will be incorporated into this event, offering an opportunity for seasoned attendees and newcomers to connect.

June 3rd (am): NASIG Ramble. Meet at the Memorial Union to walk the ramble route taking you along the front of the beautiful Lake Mendota. Don’t forget to sign the waiver at the registration desk.

June 3rd (pm). Look for the Dine Around sign-ups near the registration desk. Dine Arounds  will take place Wednesday (June 3rd) evening. After the Dine Arounds, have fun playing board games back at the Union for the Late Night Social.

Transportation: Will be updated as conference planning continues.

Getting to Madison 

From Dane County Madison Airport (closest airport)

From other regional airports

• Van Galder bus from Chicago O' Hare 
• Badger Bus from the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.

Driving Distances 

• From Milwaukee: 79 miles, 1½ hours
• From Dubuque: 91 miles, 1¾ hours
• From Chicago: 147 miles, 2½ hours
• From Green Bay: 140 miles, 2½ hours
• From Minneapolis: 273 miles, 4½ hours
• From Des Moines: 292 miles, 4¾ hours
• From St. Louis: 359 miles, 5½ hours

Getting to the Memorial Union and Around Madison 

Getting to the Memorial Union - Overview information

Metro Transit routes 80, 81, 82 and 84 offer free transportation around the city to the  University. These routes will be operating a recess schedule during the conference. Routes 80, 81 and 82 have a stop at the Union - Langdon & Memorial Union.  All Madison Metro buses are kneeling buses and can transport wheelchairs and other mobility devices. 

Parking
Please check with your hotel for available parking options at their location. Other parking options/information:

• Parking at the University of Wisconsin - Madison
• • Accessible Visitor Parking Information 
• Downtown Madison 
• Electronic Charging Stations

Questions? Email us at conf-plan@nasig.org

For questions regarding NASIG Autumn, contact: nasig-autumn@nasig.org