Texas Apartment Association - TAA Education Conference & Lone Star Expo 2027
Event Date
April 27–29, 2027
Location
San Antonio, TX
Expected Exhibitors
250
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe TAA ONE Conference & Expo — presented by the Texas Apartment Association and formerly known as the TAA Education Conference & Lone Star Expo — is the largest annual gathering of the Texas rental housing industry, providing opportunity, networking and education. It is a three-day event for multifamily owners, operators and supplier partners to network, form new partnerships, exchange ideas and move the industry forward together.
ONE Conference brings together professionals from across Texas, including property managers, executives, operators, and supplier partners, with a mix of experience levels and business types. The 2027 edition takes place April 27-29, 2027 in San Antonio, TX.
Attendees come for a blend of inspiration, education and commerce. The conference features inspiring keynotes, educational sessions, hands-on workshops, an extensive Expo marketplace, engaging meetups, unique activities, and more. With a large exhibit floor and a full slate of learning tracks, it is a valuable stop for anyone looking to build partnerships and advance their career in Texas multifamily housing.
Show Highlights
Signature elements of the TAA ONE Conference & Expo include:
- Keynote stage — high-profile speakers headline the program. The 2026 lineup featured Seth Mattison, an internationally recognized thought leader and top-rated keynote speaker on talent management, high-performance cultures, leadership, and the future of work, as the Wednesday keynote, and Jesse Itzler — CEO, founder, motivational and keynote speaker, serial entrepreneur, author, and endurance athlete — as the Thursday keynote.
- Executive Edge — an invite-only executive session; in 2026 it was led by Zack Kass, advisor, researcher, keynote speaker, and the former Head of Go-to-Market at OpenAI.
- Lone Star Expo hall — a large exhibitor marketplace for supplier partners.
- Education sessions and hands-on workshops across the multifamily discipline.
- Networking experiences — customizable experiences including meetups, parties, and networking opportunities for everyone.
- Wednesday Night Party — a marquee social event offered as an add-on.
Attendance
According to organizer figures, the conference draws 3,200+ conference-goers, 56 speakers, 250+ exhibitors, and 25+ education sessions. On the audience mix, the organizer reports that 28% attended for the first time. Attendees include property managers, executives, operators, and supplier partners from across Texas, spanning a mix of experience levels and business types.
Booth Pricing
Exhibitor and booth pricing is not published on the public pages. Exhibitor registration rates and party tickets are only available inside the Exhibitor Resource Center. For reference on the supplier side, a Non-Exhibiting Supplier Partners Full Conference pass — which includes access to everything, including the expo hall and Wednesday Night Party — is priced at $4,000.
Registration
Registration for the 2027 conference opens January 5, 2027. Attendee pricing is tiered by an early-bird window and regular pricing:
- Full Conference: $525 early bird (January 5 - March 2) and $575 regular (March 3 - April 29).
- 1-Day Registration: $265 early bird and $290 regular.
- Expo Only Pass: $75, granting access to the Expo Hall on Wednesday from 12:30-5:30pm (not available for check-in onsite before then).
- Guest / Spouse Full Conference: $410.
- Wednesday Night Party Ticket: $95, purchased separately as an add-on during registration until sold out.
Group discounts are available and scale with company size: 5% off for 6-10 employees, 10% off for 11-25, 15% off for 26-50, and 20% off for 51+ employees. Note that group discounts are only applied per each transaction during the group registration process and are not cumulative for registrations purchased later. SPARGO is TAA's only official registration and hotel management provider for the 2027 TAA ONE Conference & Expo.
History
The event is presented by the Texas Apartment Association and has been rebranded as the TAA ONE Conference & Expo (previously known as the TAA Education Conference & Lone Star Expo). It has grown into what the organizer calls the largest annual gathering of the Texas rental housing industry. As the conference has expanded, so have its partner opportunities: as the ONE Conference grows, sponsorship opportunities expand to ensure maximum visibility and engagement. A specific founding year is not stated on the official site.
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: September 16, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 TAA ONE Conference & Expo?
The conference takes place April 27-29, 2027 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in downtown San Antonio, Texas.
Who should attend the TAA ONE Conference?
It is designed for multifamily owners, operators and supplier partners, including property managers, executives and operators from across Texas. Attendees span a range of experience levels and business types.
How much does registration cost and when does it open?
Registration opens January 5, 2027. A Full Conference pass is $525 early bird (through March 2) or $575 regular, a 1-Day pass is $265/$290, and an Expo Only Pass is $75. Group discounts of 5% to 20% are available based on company size.
What are the hotel and parking options?
TAA contracts room blocks at downtown hotels such as the Grand Hyatt, Hilton Palacio Del Rio, Hyatt Regency, and two San Antonio Marriotts, with 2027 rates from about $289 to $299 per night before taxes. Parking at the convention center ranges from a $10 daily flat rate at the Convention Center Garage to a $30 daily maximum at the South Parking lot.
What can attendees expect at the event?
The program includes inspiring keynotes, education sessions, hands-on workshops, an extensive Expo marketplace, and networking meetups and parties. Past keynote speakers have included Seth Mattison, Jesse Itzler, and former OpenAI executive Zack Kass.
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