August 28–31, 2026
Indianapolis, IN
350
National Guard Association of the United States - NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition 2026 is a trade show in Indianapolis, IN with approximately 350 exhibitors expected.
More detailed information about this show will be added soon.
Key features of the 2026 Indianapolis conference include:
The NGAUS General Conference & Exhibition draws more than 4,000 professionals, including defense leaders, from the 50 states, U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia. More than 350 exhibitors participated in the 2025 conference in Milwaukee.
Registration for the 148th General Conference & Exhibition is handled through the official NGAUS event page. Both attendees and exhibitors register for the conference online. Additional details and registration information for the various conference events are published closer to the event. Prospective exhibitors and sponsors can also arrange participation through the host state association.
NGAUS is the nation's oldest military association; militia officers formed the association in 1878 to obtain better equipment and training by educating Congress on militia requirements. While the conference has grown into a multi-faceted business event with important industry and membership aspects, it has consistently served as a legislative workshop since the first conference in 1878. The 2026 Indianapolis meeting is the 148th edition. Today NGAUS supports a membership of more than 40,000 Army and Air National Guard officers. Future host cities are already set: Salt Lake City in 2027, San Juan in 2028, and Columbus in 2029.
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: July 21, 2026
The 148th General Conference & Exhibition takes place August 28 to 31, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. It is held at the Indiana Convention Center at 100 South Capitol Avenue.
The conference brings more than 4,000 professionals, including defense leaders, from the 50 states, U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia. Attendees include Army and Air National Guard officers, adjutants general, warrant and enlisted members, spouses, and defense-industry partners.
More than 350 exhibitors participated in the 2025 conference in Milwaukee. Exhibitors register for the conference through the official NGAUS event page, where booth setup and exhibitor information are provided; sponsorship opportunities are handled through the host state association.
The Indiana Convention Center is connected via an enclosed skywalk system to about 12 hotels with roughly 5,200 rooms. Skywalk-connected options include the JW Marriott, Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, Westin, Hyatt Regency, Crowne Plaza at Union Station, and Omni Severin.
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is about 13 miles from the convention center. A taxi takes roughly 23 minutes and costs $30–$40, rideshare runs around $25, and IndyGo's Route 8 bus is a budget option at about $2.
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