When and where is the 2026 NDA Convention?

The 113th National Dental Association Convention takes place July 16–19, 2026, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center, 403 North 3rd Street, Richmond, VA. Some official meetings begin Wednesday, July 15.

Who should attend the NDA Convention?

The convention is designed for dentists, dental students, dental hygienists, and dental assistants — particularly those focused on oral health equity — along with educators, residents, advocates, and industry partners. It also convenes the NDA's family organizations, including NDHA, NDAA, and ANDA.

How much does registration cost and how do I register?

Register online through the NDA portal at genevent.kleerreg.com/nda26.html. Before June 15, 2026, rates are $900 for members, $600 for new dentists (under 5 years), $1,050 for non-members, and $375 for residents/new grads, with higher onsite rates after that date.

What continuing education and sessions are offered?

The program includes CE-accredited clinical and practice-management sessions on topics such as digital restorative dentistry, endodontics, peri-implant lasers, AI in radiographs, anesthesia safety, and pain management, plus plenaries, the Women's Health Symposium, the Sinkford Faculty Forum, and a poster competition. CE credit hours are noted on the published schedule.

Where should I stay and how do I get there?

The NDA arranged room blocks at the Marriott Downtown Richmond (host hotel), Hilton Richmond Downtown, and Delta Hotel by Marriott, all in downtown Richmond, though blocks may be sold out. The nearest airport is Richmond International Airport (RIC), about 15 minutes away, with discounted Delta and United fares available for attendees.

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Venue

Greater Richmond Convention Center

403 North 3rd Street

The Greater Richmond Convention Center is located in downtown Richmond at 403 North 3rd Street. For NDA 2026, event space includes the Grand Ballroom and Grand Ballroom Foyer, the Capitol Ballroom, and numerous breakout rooms (the "B" series such as B10–B18), which host plenaries, CE sessions, luncheons, the exhibit hall, and district caucuses. For all events, attendees enter at the corner of 5th and Marshall Street at either the Ballroom or Exhibit Hall Pavilion depending on the event location. Mobility scooter rentals will be available on-site for attendees who prefer additional mobility support while navigating the convention center and surrounding hotels.

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Parking

Parking is available at the convention center, the host hotels, and nearby public lots:

GRCC Parking Deck (connected to the venue via the 3rd level; GPS address 351 N. Third St.): $8.00 per entry and $26.00 for overnight parking. The deck has six levels with 401 spaces (including 10 handicapped-accessible), automated entry/exit, and a maximum vehicle height of 7'8" on Level 2. It is generally open 6 AM to 11 PM.
Richmond Public Self-Parking – 5th & Marshall Street Lot: $6 (0–1 hr), $12 (1–2 hrs), $18 (2–3 hrs), $22 (3–24 hrs); evening rate $12 (enter after 5:00 PM, exit before 6:00 AM).
Host hotel parking: Marriott $41 overnight / $25 daytime; Hilton $51 overnight. Room-block guests were quoted $10 + tax first-come, first-served.

Additional nearby options include the Marriott Parking Deck (entrance at 500 East Broad Street), the 7th and Marshall Streets Deck, and several surface lots on Marshall, Jackson, and Grace Streets. Non-metered street parking is available on 1st, 2nd, Clay, and Marshall Streets and throughout Jackson Ward. Parking rates are subject to change without notice.

Getting There

The nearest airport is Richmond International Airport (RIC), served by both Delta and United with connections from major hubs; the convention center is approximately 15 minutes from the airport by taxi, rideshare, or rental car. The NDA negotiated discounted airfares with Delta (meeting code NY4A8) and United (discount code ZRRH415771). Downtown Richmond is served by the Greater Richmond Transit System (GRTC), including the Pulse Bus Rapid Transit line, and Uber and Lyft operate throughout the city. Amtrak also serves Richmond. Driving directions to the GRCC parking deck are available from I-95 and I-64 via downtown exits.

Nearby Hotels

The NDA secured room blocks at three downtown hotels (all listed as sold out or closed for the block by publication; housing deadline was June 15, 2026):

Marriott Downtown Richmond (host hotel) — $199/night; directly across the street from the Convention Center with a connecting walkway.
Hilton Richmond Downtown — $189/night; across the street from both the Marriott and the Convention Center.
Delta Hotel by Marriott Richmond Downtown — $182/night; approximately 10 minutes from the Convention Center.

All three are in downtown Richmond within close proximity to the venue. Because block rooms sell out, attendees may need to book nearby downtown Richmond hotels independently.