NAA | National Apartment Association 2026
Event Date
June 17–19, 2026
Location
New Orleans, LA
Expected Exhibitors
600
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryApartmentalize is the National Apartment Association's flagship annual conference and exposition, and the largest event in the U.S. rental housing industry. The 2026 edition takes place June 17-19, 2026, at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, marking the industry's first return to New Orleans since 2010.
More than 11,500 attendees are expected, representing property managers, owners, developers, investors, and supplier partners from across the domestic rental housing industry, along with a small international contingent from 11 countries, and the three-day experience features more than 100 education sessions and a two-day exposition showcasing more than 600 supplier companies. The expo runs June 18-19, 2026.
The event is worth attending for its blend of education, networking, and vendor discovery. Housing affordability remains one of the most pressing challenges facing communities nationwide, and Apartmentalize convenes industry leaders at a moment of heightened demand for solutions. Multifamily owners, operators, property managers, leasing and marketing teams, maintenance leaders, and suppliers all attend.
Show Highlights
The program includes more than 100 education sessions and a two-day exposition showcasing more than 600 supplier companies serving the rental housing sector.
Marquee speakers and features for 2026 include:
- Nationally recognized headline speakers featured in general sessions — including named guests and a concert by Flo Rida.
- A welcome reception, a Juneteenth celebration, and the NAA Excellence Awards.
- An exclusive Thursday Night Concert headlined by Flo Rida.
- #NAAGives, the association's charitable initiative showcasing industry-wide contributions to local impact and service.
Note: no one under 21 is allowed to attend the Thursday Night Concert, and no one under 18 is permitted in the Exposition Hall.
Attendance
More than 11,500 attendees are expected, representing property managers, owners, developers, investors, and supplier partners from across the domestic rental housing industry, along with a small international contingent from 11 countries. The exposition showcases more than 600 supplier companies serving the rental housing sector.
Booth Pricing
Public per-booth pricing for Apartmentalize 2026 is not published on the show's open pages; booth space is selected and priced through the online floorplan and exhibit contract. Key confirmed details include:
- No booth furnishings, utilities, labor, lead retrieval, or booth cleaning are included in the price; inline booths (10x10 – 10x30) receive an eight-foot-high back wall and three-foot-high sidewalls.
- National Suppliers Council (NSC) membership is available to NAA member companies at a $1,700 annual fee in addition to affiliate dues.
- Companies identified as Non-Exhibiting Suppliers must register at $3,000.
Exhibitors can view the floorplan, select available booths (highlighted in blue), and email exhibits@naahq.org with booth merge or floorplan questions.
Registration
Only NAA members in good standing receive the published NAA member rate; the non-member rate applies to any registration that does not include an NAA member number. Registration is handled through NAA's official partner, Spargo, Inc.
Pass types include full conference registration, one-day registration, student, and guest/spouse passes. One-day registration is not available to Non-Exhibiting Suppliers and includes Wednesday education sessions, the Wednesday general session, and the Wednesday welcome reception. Group pricing is available when bringing five or more attendees. A student ID must be submitted to qualify for the student rate.
Key deadlines:
- Cancellations received by 11:59 p.m. PST on February 7, 2026, receive a full refund minus a mandatory $150 administrative fee.
- Cancellations received between February 8 and May 2, 2026, receive a 50% refund.
- No refunds are permitted after May 2, 2026.
- Substitutions and name changes must be received in writing by 11:59 p.m. PST May 27, 2026, and are subject to a $50 substitution fee.
History
Apartmentalize is the National Apartment Association's largest annual conference and exposition for the rental housing industry. The 2026 event marks the largest national event in the rental housing industry's first return to New Orleans since 2010. The conference rotates among major U.S. convention cities each year; NAA has already designated Denver as the host city for Apartmentalize 2027.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Venue & Travel
Venue
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
900 Convention Center Blvd.
The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center sits on the banks of the Mississippi River near the French Quarter and Arts District. In addition to the 1.1 million sq. ft. of exhibition space and 140 meeting rooms, The Great Hall offers a 60,300 sq. ft. divisible, column-free ballroom. Its 1.1 million square feet of exhibit space can be divided into 12 halls.
It is one of the nation's largest and busiest facilities — with its 1.1 million square feet of space in one hall, it has the largest single exhibit space in the U.S., and has become one of the Top 10 hosts for conventions and trade shows in the country since it opened in 1985. Additional spaces include the 4,032-seat New Orleans Theater, the 36,000-sq-ft La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom, and the Great Hall's rooftop terrace. High-density Wi-Fi is capable of serving 20,000 users simultaneously. The center is currently undergoing a multi-year, roughly $557 million modernization of roofing, technology, lobbies and a new linear park.
Parking
The Convention Center owns and operates multiple parking lots on the south end of the building, across from Halls H, I, and J. The daily rate is approximately $23.00 per vehicle and $42.00 per oversized vehicle, with no in-and-out privileges. The venue is cashless, and parking fees are paid through the ParkMobile app. Ample ADA parking is available; overnight parking is prohibited. Several privately operated lots and garages are also located within a short walk along Convention Center Boulevard and nearby streets.
Getting There
The nearest airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). The Louis Armstrong International Airport is 13 miles from the MCC. Taxis, rideshare and airport shuttle service connect the airport to downtown hotels.
Public transit stops directly at the venue: the W-2, W-3, and W-8 buses stop directly in front of the convention center, as does the Riverfront Streetcar Line (Route 2). The center's walkable riverfront location also makes it easy to reach the French Quarter and Warehouse District on foot.
Nearby Hotels
The convention center is within walking distance of thousands of hotel rooms in the Warehouse/Arts District and toward the French Quarter. The MCC is within walking distance of thousands of hotel rooms in and around the French Quarter and Arts District. Options steps from the venue include:
- Hyatt Place New Orleans Convention Center — across the street from the venue, offering business-class amenities.
- Hampton Inn & Suites New Orleans Convention Center — directly across the street from the convention center on Convention Center Boulevard.
ASSP also arranges a discounted hotel block for attendees, bookable through the official conference housing portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Apartmentalize 2026?
Apartmentalize 2026 takes place June 17-19, 2026, at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, located at 900 Convention Center Boulevard in New Orleans, Louisiana. The exposition hall is open June 18-19.
Who should attend Apartmentalize?
The event is built for multifamily and rental housing professionals, including owners, operators, property managers, developers, investors, leasing and marketing teams, maintenance leaders, and supplier partners. More than 11,500 attendees from across the U.S. and 11 countries are expected.
How do I register and what does it include?
Registration is handled through NAA's partner Spargo, Inc., with discounted rates for NAA members in good standing. Full conference registration includes education sessions, expo access, and networking events, and group discounts are available for five or more attendees. Full refunds (minus a $150 fee) are available for cancellations by February 7, 2026, with no refunds after May 2, 2026.
What are the highlights of the 2026 program?
The three-day event features more than 100 education sessions, a two-day expo with over 600 supplier companies, nationally recognized headline speakers, and signature events including a welcome reception, a Juneteenth celebration, the NAA Excellence Awards, and a Thursday Night Concert headlined by Flo Rida. Attendees must be 21 or older for the concert.
Where should I stay and how do I get there?
NAA has contracted room blocks at several New Orleans hotels bookable through Spargo after registering, with a May 16, 2026 rate cut-off; more than 7,300 rooms are within a five-minute walk of the venue. Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is about 15 miles away, and taxis, ride-shares, buses, and the Riverfront Streetcar all serve the Convention Center.
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