When and where is NADP CONVERGE 2026 taking place?

CONVERGE 2026 runs from September 28 to October 1, 2026, at the JW Marriott Indianapolis (10 South West Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204). It is an in-person only event this year, with no virtual component offered.

Who should attend CONVERGE?

CONVERGE is the annual conference for the dental benefits industry, drawing leaders and decision-makers from dental plans, insurers, and industry service providers. More than half of attendees are key purchasing decision-makers, making it valuable for both attendees and exhibitors.

How much does registration cost and how do I register?

Registration is handled through the NADP portal at portal.nadp.org. Member attendee registration is $1,495 and non-member registration is $2,395, with prices increasing on September 13, 2026. NADP members who have never attended in person can get $505 off with the first-timer rate.

What is the host hotel and room rate?

The JW Marriott Indianapolis is the official host hotel, with a standard room rate of $249 plus fees and taxes. The booking deadline is September 8, 2026, or until the room block sells out; you must be registered for CONVERGE to access the room block information.

How do I get to the venue from the airport?

Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is about 13 miles away, roughly a 20-minute drive. The Go Green shuttle runs to and from the airport every 30 minutes for $10, and rideshare and taxi services are also available.

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Attendance

CONVERGE has grown steadily in recent years. In 2023, in-person attendance reached 650, with many standing-room-only sessions, a dynamic Discovery Zone exhibit hall, and volunteer meetings. In 2024, for the third straight year, the conference set a new high for in-person attendance, with 704 people attending. In 2025, more than 700 people attended, tying the prior year's record attendance.

Audience demographics skew heavily toward senior buyers. More than half, 52%, of CONVERGE attendees are the key decision makers regarding purchasing, another 24% recommend and 17% evaluate. Attendee satisfaction has been consistently high — 100% of survey respondents said they would recommend CONVERGE to their colleagues, while 96% rated the conference as either good or excellent.

Registration

Registration for CONVERGE 2026 is handled through the NADP portal (portal.nadp.org). The event runs Monday, September 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM (EDT) to Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT).

Published registration rates (with an increase taking effect after September 12, 2026) are:

Attendee Rate (Member): $1,495 (increases to $1,695 on 9/13/26)
Attendee Rate (Non-member): $2,395 (increases to $2,595 on 9/13/26)
Sponsor Rate: $1,095 (increases to $1,295 on 9/13/26) — Copper-level sponsors are not eligible
Exhibitor Rate: $1,095 (increases to $1,295 on 9/13/26)

A first-timer rate offers $505 off the attendee rate for NADP members who have never attended CONVERGE in person. Note: NADP is only offering an in-person event option in 2026 — no virtual component.

Cancellation policy: A 100% refund is available when notified by June 30; from July 1–July 31, NADP refunds 50% of the amount paid; starting August 1, no refunds are provided. Substitutions are allowed by notifying NADP in writing at any time.

History

CONVERGE is the annual conference of the National Association of Dental Plans and has established itself as the principal gathering for the dental benefits industry. In recent years the conference has rotated among U.S. cities: CONVERGE 2019 was held Sept. 16–19 at the Omni Orlando Resort in ChampionsGate, Florida, followed by St. Louis, Missouri in September 2022.

The event has grown consistently. CONVERGE 2023 set record-breaking in-person attendance and high ratings, reinforcing its position as the premier industry event for the dental benefits market. CONVERGE 2024 was held September 23–26 at the Hilton Minneapolis, and CONVERGE 2025 took place in Indian Wells, California. The 2025 edition sold out its host hotel and a backup room block at a nearby hotel, prompting organizers to move to larger host cities. The 2026 edition brings CONVERGE to Indianapolis.