Association of Performing Arts Professionals

Register for APAP|NYC 2026

In 2026, the APAP|NYC conference returns to New York City from January 9-13!

Regardless of the role you play in your organization or in the field, and whether you are new to APAP or a long-time member, YOU are welcome, and we want to help you have a great experience.

Join us for the premier gathering of professionals like you who fuel the performing arts presenting, booking, and touring industry.

APAP|NYC is a members-only conference. Join or renew now!

You must have a current APAP membership to register and to access the conference and the APAP|NYC online platform/app. If your membership expires on or before December 31, 2025, you must renew your membership before or as soon as it expires in order to maintain access to key conference information and to attend the conference itself.
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Conference Registration Rates

How much does the conference cost?

We at APAP are committed to delivering a high-value experience while keeping the conference accessible. Compare 2026 rates to past rates.

The following are the registration rates for the APAP|NYC 2026 conference. You must be a current APAP member to register. 
Summer Sprint Super Early Discount Registration Rate 
Available through August 28, 2025 at 5 p.m. (EDT): $799 
(Price will display as $849; $50 discount applied at check-out.)
Early Bird Registration Rate 
Available August 29, 2025 through November 6, 2025 at 5 p.m. (EST): $849
Regular Registration Rate
Available November 7, 2025 through January 2, 2026: $1,049
On-Site Registration Rate
Available January 3, 2026 through January 13, 2026: $1,099
On-Site Day Pass Registration Rate
Good for one day only/only available at on-site registration from January 9, 2026 through January 13, 2026: $595
Artist Registration Rate
Available to both represented and self-represented artists, not eligible to purchase an exhibit booth space. $275 through January 2, 2026 (after which, the price increases to $375).
Student Registration Rate 
Available to full-time college students, not eligible to purchase an exhibit booth space or showcase listings, through January 13, 2026: $185
Group Discount
For groups of 4 or more, including international delegations. Groups of 4-6 receive 10% off, groups of 7-9 receive 15% off, and groups of 10 or more receive 20% off. Please email apapnyc@apap365.org to learn more. Applicable only to summer sprint, early bird, regular, and on-site rates and cannot be combined with other discounts.

Note: If you plan to exhibit, it is more cost effective to have one person register and then purchase booth badges ($295 per badge through January 2, 2026, $395 per badge beginning January 3, 2026) for the rest of your team (up to either 3 or 7, depending on how many booths you buy). If you have artist(s) in your group, you can register them at the Artist Rate ($275 through January 2, 2026).

Participation Assistance Fund (PAF)

The Participation Assistance Fund (PAF) offers $300 towards conference registration or an exhibit booth purchase. You may apply for support through PAF when registration opens in late June. Award Notifications will be sent on a rolling basis while funds last. Please wait for notification before registering, as PAF funds cannot be applied retroactively. PAF funds cannot be combined with other registration offers.

To contribute to the PAF Fund for future conferences, click here. Every donation makes a difference!

This conference would not be possible without the dedicated support of members and the revenue from conference registration fees.

The Participation Assistance Fund (PAF) offers $300 off of registration to those who need additional support to attend conference. To apply for support through the Participation Assistance Fund, complete this form. Award Notifications will be sent on a rolling basis while funds last. Please wait for notification before registering as PAF funds cannot be applied retroactively. PAF funds only apply cannot be combined with other registration offers.

Student Volunteer Opportunities

Are you a full-time student or do you know one? Student volunteers gain valuable exposure to the field while supporting the APAP|NYC conference. If selected, volunteers receive free registration and have access to discounted hotel rates. To volunteer, you must be a current undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral student. Express your interest in volunteering.

Are you a full-time student or do you know one? Student volunteers gain valuable exposure to the field while supporting the APAP|NYC conference. If selected as a Student Volunteer, Volunteers receive free registration and have access to discounted hotel rates. To volunteer, you must be a current undergraduate, graduate or doctoral student. To be considered for Student Volunteer openings, please fill out this form.

Media Registration

Are you working media interested in covering APAP|NYC 2025? Read more.

Additional Registration Items

Exhibit Space, Booth Badges, and Showcase Listings

While there are many “Ways to APAP”, many conference attendees choose to exhibit and showcase. Conference registration is required to purchase exhibit space, booth badges, and showcase listings. 
8' x 10' EXHIBIT SPACE* $895 per space
SHOWCASE LISTING ($10 per listing) - LEARN MORE
8' x 10' Exhibit Space 
$895 per space. One person from the exhibiting organization must purchase a full conference registration in order to purchase an exhibit space. All exhibit spaces are 8' x 10'. You may purchase up to 2 spaces.

Note: Individual member types (student, iPAP, Artist Access) are not eligible to purchase exhibit space. Learn more about exhibiting here.
Booth Badges
$295 per badge from registration open through January 2, 2026, $395 per badge from January 3, 2026 through January 13, 2026. Once you purchase an exhibit space, you may purchase a maximum of 3 booth badges for one exhibit space or a maximum of 7 booth badges for two exhibit spaces. The person who is already registered who purchased the exhibit space does not need to purchase a booth badge for themselves as they are already covered by their full registration, and booth badge holders are considered full registrants and do not need to obtain separate registrations.
Showcase Listing 
$10 per listing. You may purchase showcase listings for in-person showcases. Once you purchase a listing, you will be sent instructions on how to create and submit your listing. Additional listings may be purchased after you have registered by modifying your registration. Learn more about showcasing here.
*You must purchase a conference registration before purchasing an exhibit space. All exhibit spaces are 8'x10'. You may purchase up to 2 spaces. An online landing page is included in the purchase of each exhibit space. You may purchase up to 3 booth badges for one exhibit space, up to 7 booth badges for two exhibit spaces. Note: Individual member types (student, iPAP, Artist Access) are not eligible to purchase exhibit space. Learn more about exhibiting here.

**You may purchase showcase listings for in-person showcases. Learn more about showcasing here.
You must be an APAP member in order to register for the conference.

The deadline for cancellation or substitution requests is January 5, 2021 at 5 p.m. (EST). Learn more.

*This introductory registration is available to individual, self-represented artists and individual performing arts professionals who are new to APAP. If you have never been a member and qualify for the Artist Access or Individual Performing Arts Professional membership type, this could be a good option for you!

**The group registration rate is valid for groups of up to 10 registrants from the same organization and is ideal for groups of at least 5 attendees. Exhibitors should not use the group registration and instead should purchase booth badges for additional registrants from their organization.

Pre-Conference Registration

The Pre-Conference is free and open-to-the-public. Pre-registration is required.

All registrants who have purchased a registration are automatically registered for the APAP|NYC pre-conference on December 6-8, 2021. You will be sent an email from our online conference platform, Swapcard, inviting you to join the event.

If you would like to register only for the pre-conference, register below and select "December Pre-Con"  when selecting a registrant type on the second page.
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Media Registration

Working media are welcome to apply for media credentials to attend the online and in-person events.

Media credentials are limited to working press that apply and receive confirmation of their acceptance to APAP|NYC+ 2022. This includes working press who cover the performing arts and related topics for one or more established news outlets.

The deadline to apply for a media credential is Tuesday, January 4, 2022, and, if accepted, media registrants will receive confirmation by Friday, January 7, 2022. Learn more.

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APAP Membership Requirement

To register, attend conference, and access the APAP|NYC online platform/app, your membership must remain current and in good standing through January 2026. Join or renew now! 

Health and Safety and Code of Conduct

Every registrant must agree to the following Health and Safety Protocols, as well as the APAP|NYC Code of Conduct. APAP reserves the right to remove anyone from the conference or to revoke or deny APAP|NYC related rights to anyone who engages in conduct deemed to be harassment toward others.

Cancellations and Substitutions

Cancellations and Substitutions

While no one plans to cancel their registration, we understand that plans may change. The deadline for cancellation or substitution requests is January 5, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (EST). Email apapnyc@apap365.org for more information. Please note that cancellations will incur a non-refundable fee of $100.

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