NXT REALTORS Conference & Expo® 2026
Event Date
November 6–8, 2026
Location
New Orleans, LA
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryNAR NXT™, The REALTOR® Conference & Expo, is the annual national convention of the real estate industry, listed in some directories as the NXT REALTORS Conference & Expo®. It is owned and produced by the National Association of REALTORS®, a leading force in organized real estate dedicated to its members' success. The 2026 edition takes place November 6–8 in New Orleans, LA.
Billed as one of the largest real estate conferences in the country, NAR NXT™ brings the whole industry together under one roof for three days of celebration, connection and forward momentum. Attendees include REALTORS®, brokers, commercial practitioners, and proptech professionals from across the nation, alongside industry-leading exhibitors and speakers.
The program pairs hands-on education with a large convention floor built for making real connections, spanning general sessions, education tracks, an expansive expo, and targeted networking. It is worth attending for its marquee keynotes, emerging-tech and AI programming, specialized tracks for commercial and broker audiences, and the chance to build trusted partnerships nationwide.
Show Highlights
Marquee speakers for 2026 include:
- A fireside chat with Ryan Serhant on Friday, Nov. 6, and an exclusive appearance by Reba McEntire on Saturday, Nov. 7, presented by Realtor.com®.
- Cotality's John Rogers on data, AI and the future of real estate on Sunday, Nov. 8.
Signature features and tracks:
- Hundreds of exhibitors, live demos, educational sessions and targeted networking on the Expo floor.
- An Emerging Tech focus on using AI to scale your business now, plus Industry Awareness programming on mergers, legal changes and market shifts.
- A Tech & Innovation special track connecting founders, funders and futurists, and a Commercial & Resi-mercial track for leaders in commercial property.
- Broker-focused sessions on strengthening deal flow through strategic alignment and on recruitment and team growth.
- Education opportunities to earn new designations, certifications, courses and continuing education.
- The Welcome Event, 'NAR NXT FEST,' celebrating the REALTORS® Relief Foundation's 25th Anniversary and sponsored by Louisiana REALTORS®.
Registration
Registration is handled online through NAR's registration partner. All registrations and hotel reservations are made through Maritz, NAR's registration partner, and confirmations are emailed within 24 hours.
Pass types and 2026 member rates:
- Premier Pass (best value) — $575 member / $675 non-member at the standard rate through October 4, covering the full conference across all event days, including general sessions, education sessions, Expo, the Welcome Event and PlaybackNAR on-demand content. A Last Chance rate of $625 member / $725 non-member applies from October 5 onsite.
- Day Pass — $260 member / $300 non-member (standard through October 4) for a single selected day (Friday, Saturday or Sunday), with the Welcome Event available as a $125 add-on.
- Expo Pass — $150 member / $195 non-member for one day of Expo access with no sessions included; these rates do not increase.
Registering by October 4 saves $50. Key deadlines: cancellations received by October 23, 2026 are refunded less a $35 processing fee, and all registration transfers must be made by October 30, 2026.
History
NAR NXT™ is owned and produced by the National Association of REALTORS®. It serves as the association's annual national conference and expo, rotating among major U.S. host cities; the 2026 edition returns to New Orleans, LA. Highlights and testimonials from the 2025 NAR NXT are featured to showcase attendee experiences and key takeaways.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is NAR NXT™ 2026 taking place?
NAR NXT™ 2026 takes place November 6–8, 2026, at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, located at 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130.
Who should attend NAR NXT™?
The event is the National Association of REALTORS®' premier conference and is designed for REALTORS®, brokers, commercial real estate practitioners, and proptech professionals. Attendees connect with members nationwide, industry-leading exhibitors, and expert speakers across three days of education, celebration and networking.
How much does it cost to register and how do I sign up?
Registration is done online through NAR's partner Maritz. The full-access Premier Pass is $575 for members ($675 non-members) at the standard rate through October 4, with a Day Pass at $260 (members) and an Expo Pass at $150 (members). Registering by October 4 saves $50.
Which speakers are featured at NAR NXT™ 2026?
The 2026 lineup includes a fireside chat with Ryan Serhant on November 6, an exclusive appearance by Reba McEntire on November 7 presented by Realtor.com®, and a session with Cotality's John Rogers on data, AI and the future of real estate on November 8.
What hotel and transportation options are available?
NAR negotiates special rates at a block of hotels, many walkable to the convention center or served by complimentary shuttles that run roughly every 15–20 minutes. Airline discounts are offered through United and Delta, discounted attendee parking is available, and detailed airport transportation and shuttle schedules are posted closer to the event.
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