New Jersey State League of Municipalities - NJLM Conference 2026
Event Date
November 17–19, 2026
Location
Atlantic City, NJ
Expected Exhibitors
700
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe New Jersey State League of Municipalities (NJLM) Annual Conference is the largest municipal conference in the country, bringing together local government leaders from across New Jersey for three days of education, networking, and business. Held at the Atlantic City Convention Center, the event pairs a large exhibit hall with an extensive slate of professional education sessions.
The conference draws mayors, council members, municipal clerks, administrators, engineers, purchasing agents, and other local government officials and professionals. Attendees explore products and services in the exhibit hall, choose from a broad catalog of educational sessions, and earn continuing education units (CEUs) across many professional certifications.
With more than a century of history, the NJLM Conference is widely regarded as the governmental highlight of the year in New Jersey. It is worth attending for the practical insights offered in its seminars, the chance to connect with peers and vendors serving local government, and the concentration of the state's municipal community in one place.
Show Highlights
Key features of the NJLM Annual Conference include:
- 175+ educational sessions spanning topics relevant to municipal government.
- 14+ CEU categories, allowing attendees to earn continuing education credits for many professional certifications.
- 700+ exhibitors showcasing products, equipment, and services used across all levels of local government.
- Expert panel sessions on current hot topics in local government.
- The Women in Municipal Government networking event.
- The League's Delegate Luncheon, bringing attendees into the room with state and local leadership.
Exhibiting industries include architects, banking, consultants, document management, emergency products, energy, engineers, environmental services, healthcare, heavy equipment, housing, insurance, IT, office products, recreation, recycling, technology, telecommunications, security, and stormwater.
Attendance
The conference draws more than 16,000 local elected and professional officials, according to the organizer. The audience is composed of municipal, county, and state government officials and professionals, along with employees of municipal utilities/authorities and nonprofit organizations.
Registration
Registration is completed online through the League's registration system, and housing and badge registration open on July 1. Rates are tiered by registration date:
- Early Bird (July 1 – August 31): $65 for government/nonprofit registrants; $125 for non-government registrants (spouse/partner $10).
- Advance (September 1 – November 16): $75 government/nonprofit; $155 non-government (spouse/partner $20–$40).
- Onsite (November 17 – November 19): $80 government/nonprofit; $165 non-government (spouse/partner $25–$50).
A student rate is available onsite only with a student ID. Payment methods include credit card or purchase order online (government attendees), and credit card, check, money order, or cash onsite. All badges are printed onsite at self-service kiosks in the Convention Center atrium. There are no guaranteed refunds after an online registration is submitted, but a registration may be transferred to another individual.
History
The Annual NJ League Conference has provided a gathering place for local officials and professionals for 110 years, making it a long-standing fixture of New Jersey's municipal community. It is organized by the New Jersey State League of Municipalities and has grown into what the League describes as the largest municipal conference in the country, drawing more than 16,000 attendees and 700+ exhibitors annually to Atlantic City.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: August 8, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2026 NJLM Annual Conference?
The conference takes place November 17-19, 2026, at the Atlantic City Convention Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The exhibit hall is open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday and 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Thursday.
Who should attend the NJLM Conference?
The conference is designed for local government officials and professionals, including mayors, council members, clerks, administrators, engineers, and purchasing agents. Employees and elected officials of municipal, state, county, and municipal utility/authority bodies, as well as nonprofit organizations, qualify for the government/nonprofit registration rate.
How do I register and how much does it cost?
Registration is completed online, and housing and badge registration open July 1. Government/nonprofit rates start at $65 (early bird) rising to $80 onsite, while non-government rates start at $125 rising to $165 onsite; a student rate is available onsite with a student ID.
What can I expect at the conference?
Attendees can choose from 175+ educational sessions across 14+ CEU categories, visit 700+ exhibitors in the exhibit hall, and network with more than 16,000 local elected and professional officials. Signature events include expert panel sessions, the Women in Municipal Government event, and the League's Delegate Luncheon.
What are the parking and transportation options?
The Convention Center garage is limited and usually full by 9:00 a.m., so attendees are encouraged to use exterior lots around Atlantic City. Shuttle buses serve League room-block hotels, and jitneys, taxis, Uber, and Lyft are available, with rideshare drop-off at Door #1; the venue also connects to the Atlantic City Rail Terminal with service from Philadelphia.
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