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Our list of sessions for the 2026 Main Street Now Conference just dropped…and we have to admit, it’s pretty exciting. With 96 sessions and counting, this year’s conference is guaranteed to be your biggest professional development opportunity of the year. And it’s all happening April 13 – 15 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Keep reading to learn more about these can’t-miss offerings!
Get a first look at the wealth of knowledge, best practices, and innovative solutions that you can bring home to your Main Street community. Peruse all sessions at once, or use our handy filter tools to sort by type, track, or topic area.
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📝Important Details — When? April 13 – 15, 2026. Where? Tulsa, Oklahoma. Who? You and 2000+ place professionals from across the country (and world)!
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Main Street Now 2026 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is sure to be the biggest professional development event for civic leaders looking to boost their impact and role in the success of their local Main Street. And with registration as low as $200, it's an unbeatable opportunity.
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Dionne Baux shares how Historic King Drive BID's executive director Ray Hill is leading the district to success by supporting strong economic sustainability.
Rooted in Main Street fundamentals and informed by feedback from across the network, the 2026 schedule is full of opportunities to exchange ideas, tackle real challenges, and gain practical tools to help communities stand strong for generations to come. Get a peek at new sessions, revamped favorites, and role-based learning tracks.
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