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2026 Texas Academy Annual Conference & Exhibition
The Texas Academy, in collaboration with the Pediatric Nutrition Practice Group, is proud to bring you the 2026 Annual Conference and Exhibition! Hear from Texas Academy President, Katy Bowen, and other great speakers throughout the conference. Join us for lunch to celebrate our Texas Academy Award recipients, Pediatric Nutrition Practice Group Student Award recipients, Texas Academy Foundation Scholarship recipients on Friday. Visit our exceptional exhibition vendors and poster presentations throughout Friday.
Houston, We Have Networking- Friday Reception
This event will feature exhibitor bingo, the Texas Academy Foundation's wine toss, prizes, refreshments, networking, and more! Prepare to launch your next connection!
Attire that glitters like the stars is encouraged! Think sparkles, sequins, and space-related outfits!
Saturday Education Track & PNPG Collaboration
The Texas Academy has partnered with the Pediatric Nutrition Practice Group to provide pediatric-focused presentations on Saturday, April 18th. *Noted in green on the agenda.
Students! PNPG on the road is awarding $500 to one outstanding student applicant who is interested in or pursuing a future in pediatric nutrition. Interested? Apply here or email Marti Toner at marti.toner@gmail.com for more information.
Pricing and Early-Bird Discount
Save $100 (automatically applied) by registering on or before March 11, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST.
Early Bird/ Regular Rates:
- TXAND Member- $390/ $490
- NonMember and other Healthcare Professionals- $500/ $600
- TXAND Student/Retired/ Past President- $200/ $300
- NonMember Student-$250/ $350
- TXAND Student/Retired/ Past President One Day-$130/ $230
- TXAND Member One Day- $240/ $340
- NonMember One Day- $300/ $400
- NonMember Student One Day- $160/ $260
Need help finding the right ticket? View this short video for instructions on purchasing the full day conference ticket. Description includes one-day ticket instructions.
This year we chose to publicize all-inclusive pricing so our attendees know the total amount up-front. This means that the Eventbrite service and convenience fees are built into the price that is publicized. We are hopeful this helps our attendees plan better. Prices remain the same as 2025.
Meals included in registration by date:
FRIDAY
• Breakfast
• Awards Luncheon
• Networking Event (hors de’oeuvres include, drinks available for purchase)
SATURDAY
• Breakfast
• Closing Session Lunch
Hotel Block
The Texas Academy has reserved a limited number of hotel rooms at the Houston CityPlace Marriott at Springwoods Village where all conference events will take place. The cut-off date to book rooms under the group block is Thursday 03/26/2026 by 4:00 PM.
Reserve your room here.