
July 13–15, 2026
Washington, DC
CSC | Campus Safety Conference 2026 is a trade show in Washington, DC.
More detailed information about this show will be added soon.
Note: These features describe the planned program prior to the event's indefinite postponement.
The organizer directed attendees to register for a preferred CSC pass type before booking travel or lodging, via the conference website. Their guidance noted: before booking any travel or lodging, be sure to register for your preferred CSC pass type.
Please note that the Campus Safety Conference, including the planned 2026 edition, has been indefinitely postponed, so registration is not currently available. Confirm the event's status directly with the organizer before attempting to register.
The Campus Safety Conference is produced by Emerald X, LLC, and is affiliated with Campus Safety Magazine. Over the course of multiple decades, CSC grew into a trusted, community-driven event where safety practitioners gather to learn, connect, and solve real-world challenges. The most recent planned edition was scheduled for July 13–15, 2026, but has since been indefinitely postponed by the organizer.
201 Waterfront St.
Perched on the banks of the Potomac River in National Harbor, Maryland, the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is a destination just minutes from downtown Washington, DC. The resort features a 19-story indoor atrium and scenic waterfront views, with rooms and suites offering both atrium and river vistas. Onsite amenities include diverse dining options, a spa and fitness center, an indoor pool, richly designed public spaces, and expansive meeting and exhibit space, all complemented by easy access to National Harbor's shops, restaurants, and entertainment along the promenade.
Attire for the conference was business casual, and uniforms were welcomed.
The Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is located on the Potomac River in National Harbor, Maryland, just minutes from downtown Washington, DC. Specific airport, public transit, and rideshare details were not published on the conference's official pages; travelers should consult the venue directly for current transportation options.
The host venue, the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, is itself a full-service resort hotel, and it sits within National Harbor, a waterfront district with additional hotels, shops, and restaurants along the promenade. The venue offers easy access to National Harbor's vibrant shops, restaurants, and entertainment along the promenade. The conference's official housing block had not been announced at the time of publication (listed as "Housing Block TBA").
No. The organizer has announced that the Campus Safety Conference, including the planned 2026 edition, has been indefinitely postponed. Prospective attendees and exhibitors should confirm the event's status directly with the organizer before making any plans.
It was scheduled for July 13–15, 2026, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, located just minutes from downtown Washington, DC. That edition has since been indefinitely postponed.
The event is built for professionals who keep schools, colleges, universities, and healthcare campuses safe, including campus leaders, public safety and police staff, emergency and risk managers, facilities and operations professionals, IT and communications leaders, and student affairs personnel.
The program features interactive sessions, case study discussions, expert panels, and workshops on topics such as emergency management, risk reduction, physical security, incident response, and behavioral health. A Sponsor Showcase with solution providers offers live demonstrations and one-on-one conversations with vendors.
The Scholars Program was an exclusive kickoff experience for select campus safety leaders that included a reception the evening before, curated vendor meetings, a private local campus tour, and benefits such as meals, one night of hotel accommodation, and a complimentary all-access conference pass.
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