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2026 ACA Annual Conference & Expo: Pharmacy Education, Innovation & Growth in New Orleans
New Orleans is calling! Join pharmacy professionals from across the country for the 2026 American College of Apothecaries Annual Conference & Expo, September 24–26, 2026, at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans.
This year’s conference brings together 10 contact hours (1.0 CEU) of continuing education, timely pharmacy topics, practical strategies, industry resources, and valuable opportunities to connect with colleagues and exhibitors—all in the heart of New Orleans.
Whether you’re focused on strengthening patient care, navigating today’s regulatory environment, expanding your compounding knowledge, or finding new ways to grow your pharmacy, the 2026 ACA Annual Conference & Expo offers education and ideas you can take back to your practice.
Education for Today’s Pharmacy Practice
Hear from experienced pharmacy professionals and industry experts on topics affecting pharmacy practice today, including:
- FDA guidance and compounding compliance
- Sterile and nonsterile compounding facility design
- Peptides and the evolving compounding landscape
- Hormone health and progesterone therapy
- Drug-induced nutrient depletion
- Federal and state pharmacy law and regulatory updates
- Pharmacy financing and acquisitions
- Social media strategies for independent pharmacies
- Artificial intelligence and ethical pharmacy practice
The program combines clinical education, regulatory and compliance updates, compounding, technology, and business development, giving attendees the opportunity to explore multiple areas of pharmacy practice in one conference.
More Than Continuing Education
The ACA Annual Conference & Expo is also an opportunity to step away from the day-to-day routine, exchange ideas with other pharmacy professionals, build new relationships, and discover products, services, and resources that can support your practice.
Spend time with pharmacists, pharmacy owners, pharmacy technicians, compounding professionals, exhibitors, and other healthcare professionals who understand the opportunities and challenges facing pharmacy today.
Your Conference Registration Includes
- 10 contact hours (1.0 CEU) of continuing education for eligible attendees
- Thursday evening Cocktail Reception
- Welcome Dinner, Board Installation & Fellow Induction
- Conference meals
- Exhibitor experiences and access to participating exhibitors
- Networking opportunities throughout the conference
Stay at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans
Make the most of your conference experience by staying where the action is! The Royal Sonesta New Orleans, host hotel for the 2026 ACA Annual Conference & Expo, places attendees in the heart of New Orleans’ historic French Quarter.
Located on Bourbon Street, the Royal Sonesta offers convenient access to conference activities while putting you within walking distance of the dining, music, culture, and attractions that make New Orleans such a memorable destination.
ROYAL SONESTA NEW ORLEANS
300 Bourbon Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
Hotel Reservations
The official ACA room block deadline has passed. However, attendees who still need hotel accommodations are encouraged to contact Susan Decker, ACA Director of Conferences, to inquire about current room availability and whether the ACA conference rate may still be available.
Susan Decker, ACA Director of Conferences
Phone: 434-989-5938
Email: susan@acainfo.org
Hotel availability and rates are not guaranteed and are subject to availability at the time of booking.
Planning to attend? We encourage you to make your hotel arrangements as soon as possible.
Meet Us in New Orleans
Set in the French Quarter at the Royal Sonesta New Orleans, this year’s conference gives you the opportunity to invest in your professional development while connecting with the pharmacy community in one of the country’s most distinctive destinations.
Come ready to learn, connect, exchange ideas, and discover new opportunities for your pharmacy and your career.
September 24–26, 2026
Royal Sonesta New Orleans
300 Bourbon Street | New Orleans, Louisiana
The 2026 ACA Annual Conference & Expo offers a total of 10 contact hours (1.0 CEU) of continuing pharmacy education for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. See the individual activity information for specific ACPE Universal Activity Numbers (UANs), learning objectives, and credit hours. To receive ACPE credit, attendees must provide their NABP e-Profile ID and date of birth (MMDD) and complete the required activity evaluation. Continuing education credit will be submitted to CPE Monitor® following completion of all applicable requirements. Participants are encouraged to claim their credit promptly following the conference. Any unclaimed credit with a date of participation six months or older will not be eligible for processing. The American College of Apothecaries, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Sessions carrying an ACPE Universal Activity Number are eligible for continuing pharmacy education credit as specified for each activity.
2026 Sponsors and Exhibitors
The American College of Apothecaries (ACA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. ACA has accredited this knowledge/application-based certificate program for 21 contact hours (2.1 CEUs) of continuing education credit for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
