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Welcome to Convention

The NCAA Convention is the Association’s annual gathering that brings together delegates and leaders from Division II and Division III for three days of education, legislation and engagement. Please note that Division I is no longer conducting in-person governance meetings or programming at the NCAA Convention.  

All official Convention activities — including educational sessions, business sessions and keynote session — will be held Wednesday, Jan. 13, through Friday, Jan. 15, 2027, in Anaheim California; with governance meetings taking place Monday through Wednesday morning.

Why Attend?

  • Influence decisions that impact college athletics.
  • Engage in professional development and networking.
  • Hear from experienced voices in the industry during education sessions.

Key Features of the Convention

  • Educational Sessions - Timely and relevant sessions for members.
  • Legislative Process - Engage in divisional governance and voting.
  • Networking Events - Connect with peers, industry leaders and student-athletes.

2027 Convention Information

The 2027 NCAA Convention will take place Wednesday, Jan. 13, through Friday, Jan. 15, in Anaheim, CA and will include Divisions II and III only as Division I is no longer conducting in-person governance meetings or divisional programming in January. 

Meetings and Events: Wednesday through Friday

Anticipated programming dates and times are listed below. Stay tuned for a full schedule of events.

Please note: All times are Pacific Time.

Wednesday, Jan. 13

  • Division III Education Sessions – beginning at 11 a.m.
  • Joint and Divisional Education sessions — beginning at 1 p.m.
  • Welcome and Keynote Session – 4:30 p.m.
  • Joint Reception —6:00 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 14

  • Division III Issues Forum – 8 a.m.
  • Division II conference meetings – 8 a.m. to Noon
  • Division III conference meetings – 1 to 5 p.m.
  • Division II Education Sessions — beginning at 2 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 15

  • Division II Business Session — 8 a.m.
  • Division III Business Session — 8 a.m.

Meeting Space at the Anaheim Marriott, Hilton Anaheim & Anaheim Convention Center

The Anaheim Marriott, Hilton Anaheim & Anaheim Convention Center will offer meeting space. The meeting space request site will open Wednesday, June 23.

The NCAA reserves the right to refuse a meeting request by any individual or group for any reason.

Hotel accommodations

Sleeping rooms will be available at the Anaheim Marriott and Hilton Anaheim.

Convention registration

Convention registration will open Wednesday, Sept. 8. 

Appointment of Delegates Form

Information will be shared in mid-November on the appointment of delegates to vote or speak during a divisional business session at the Convention.

Need assistance?

For general registration assistance, call 877-263-2545.