American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators - AAMVA AIC 2026 in Providence, RI

American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators - AAMVA AIC 2026

September 29 – October 1, 2026
Providence, RI

Event Date

September 29 – October 1, 2026

Location

Providence, RI

About This Show

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The AAMVA Annual International Conference (AIC) is the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators' premier annual event, bringing together jurisdictions, industry, and federal partners to share experiences and learn from one another. The 2026 edition takes place in Providence, Rhode Island, and showcases the latest trends across the motor vehicle and law enforcement community.

The conference is built for administrators in motor vehicle and law enforcement agencies, private-industry safety partners, and stakeholders whose missions align with these agencies. Sessions cover a wide range of topics tailored to the AAMVA community, from driver licensing and vehicle titling to identity security, fraud prevention, and emerging technologies such as mobile driver's licenses and automated vehicles.

Beyond the educational program, the AIC offers a distinctive networking environment where chief administrators can learn and grow alongside colleagues from across North America. Attendees can also enjoy Providence itself — its thriving arts scene, the historic East Side with cobblestone streets and 18th- and 19th-century homes, and the celebrated Federal Hill dining district. It is a valuable opportunity to reconnect with peers, meet new contacts, and learn from the community's most innovative leaders.

Show Highlights

Key features of the 2026 AIC include:

  • Opening and keynote sessions on the main stage before an audience of 1,000+ jurisdiction, industry, and federal attendees.
  • Chair's Welcome Reception held in the exhibit hall on Tuesday evening — themed in 2026 as a "Beach Party Extravaganza."
  • Awards Luncheon honoring the accomplishments of jurisdiction leaders.
  • Rhode Island State Reception and Banquet, a formal closing event with a Gilded Age theme.
  • A dedicated exhibit hall where vendors present solutions for daily jurisdiction operations.
  • QuickConnect networking appointments and a conference mobile app.
  • The conference is chaired by AAMVA Chair of the Board Walter R. "Bud" Craddock.
  • A charitable partnership benefiting The Providence Center.

Attendance

AAMVA describes an audience of more than 1,000 jurisdiction, industry, and federal attendees for its main-stage sessions at the AIC. No further demographic breakdown is published on the official conference pages.

Booth Pricing

Exhibit booth pricing for the 2026 AIC is published by size and membership status.

Associate Member rates:

  • 10x10: $3,600
  • 10x20: $7,200
  • 10x30: $10,700

Non-Member rates:

  • 10x10: $4,500
  • 10x20: $9,000
  • 10x30: $13,000

Sponsorship packages are also offered at five levels: Diamond ($40,000), Platinum ($25,000), Gold ($14,000), Silver ($8,500), and Bronze ($5,000). Diamond, Platinum, Gold, and Silver sponsors are selected via a lottery, with entries due by 12 noon EST on June 16, 2026; the Bronze package is available to anyone.

Registration

Register online through AAMVA's event registration portal. Both early-bird and standard rates apply, with the early-bird deadline of September 4, 2026.

Rates per registrant type (early bird / standard):

  • Jurisdiction Member: $600 / $800
  • Federal, Local Govt & Cat 1 Member: $700 / $900
  • Associate Cat 2 Member: $850 / $1,400
  • Nonmember: $1,200 / $1,950
  • Guests: $300 (flat)

A one-day registration rate is available to jurisdiction members by contacting AAMVA Events and specifying the day (Tuesday 9/29, Wednesday 9/30, or Thursday 10/1). Guests cannot be from the same organization as the primary registrant.

Cancellations: A $100 processing fee applies to cancellations made by September 15, 2026; no refunds are given for cancellations after that date or for no-shows.

History

The Annual International Conference is AAMVA's long-running flagship event, held each year in a different host city and bringing together motor vehicle and law enforcement administrators from across North America. AAMVA itself is a nonprofit, tax-exempt educational association that develops model programs in motor vehicle administration, law enforcement, and highway safety. The 2026 conference will be held in Providence, Rhode Island. A specific founding year for the conference series is not stated on the official pages.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the 2026 AAMVA Annual International Conference?

The 2026 AIC takes place September 29 to October 1, 2026, at the Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin St., in Providence, Rhode Island.

Who should attend the AAMVA AIC?

The conference is intended for administrators in motor vehicle and law enforcement agencies, private-industry safety partners, and stakeholders from organizations whose missions align with motor vehicle and law enforcement agencies.

How do I register and what does it cost?

You can register online through AAMVA's event portal. Early-bird rates (through September 4, 2026) range from $600 for jurisdiction members to $1,200 for nonmembers, with standard rates and a $300 guest rate also available; a one-day rate is offered to jurisdiction members on request.

What hotels are available near the conference?

AAMVA has group rates at several downtown Providence hotels, including the Omni Providence ($249/night), Graduate by Hilton Providence ($239), Hilton Providence ($215), Courtyard by Marriott Providence Downtown ($209), and Providence Marriott Downtown ($199). The reservation cut-off date is September 4, 2026.

How can my company exhibit or sponsor at the AIC?

Exhibit booths start at $3,600 (10x10) for associate members and $4,500 for non-members, with larger sizes available. Five sponsorship packages range from Bronze ($5,000) to Diamond ($40,000); the top four levels are awarded by lottery, with entries due by noon EST on June 16, 2026.

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