2026 OPRA Conference & Trade Show

The 2026 OPRA Conference & Trade Show will take place February 1-4, 2026 at the Kalahari Convention Center in Sandusky, Ohio.  This year’s Conference Committee is made up of professionals from around the state and is led by Conference Board Liaison Addie Weaver.

Education Proposal Deadline:  July 18, 2025
Want to share your industry knowledge at the 2026 OPRA Conference & Trade Show? 

Here's your chance!  We are now accepting Education Proposals!

In addition to sessions presented by experts in our field, we are also looking for sessions presented by industry experts outside of the parks and recreation field! Do you know someone who can share a different perspective on how to become a more effective manager or has a strong knowledge base on succession planning? Maybe you know a top notch marketing professional that helped you rebrand?  Whatever the topic from marketing to leadership, we are interested in having them submit an education proposal for consideration as a presenter at the upcoming Conference.

Submission Form

Kalahari Convention Center
7000 Kalahari Drive
Sandusky, OH  44870
(877) 525-2427
www.kalahariresorts.com

Deadline to book your room at the OPRA Room Block rate of $128 is January 12, 2026 or when the block is full.

For attendees interested in larger rooms, upgrades, or suites, additional room styles may be available at discounted pricing.  Please inquire with a reservationist after asking for the OPRA group rate.