The official live conference system for NAD 2026

SF26.live

This site reflects the conference as it happens—sessions, events, venue flow, and key updates—in one place, in real time.

June 30-July 5, 2026Hilton San Francisco Union SquareRegistration open

What this site is

SF26.live is the official public-facing conference hub for the 58th Biennial NAD Conference. It shows what’s happening now, what’s next, and where to go, so attendees, delegates, presenters, sponsors, press, and guests can stay oriented throughout the week.

This is the live view of the conference—without backstage systems or internal tooling.

Current Conference Status upcoming

Updated April 4, 2026

Conference week has not started yet

SF26.live is live and ready. Check the schedule, review major events, and plan your arrival before conference week begins.

Dates
June 30-July 5, 2026
Venue
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Registration
Available via NAD.org
Official notice Registration and accessibility requests are active Push attendees toward official registration, accessibility-request timing, and venue planning before conference week begins.
Now Gap / between sessions No active block. Stand by for Load-in and early arrivals.
Next Conference Registration & Check-in 2026-06-30 · 14:00-20:00 · Grand Ballroom Foyer
Week of June 30-July 5, 2026 Hilton San Francisco Union Square

About the Conference

Signature moments that shape the week.

Opening Ceremony. Cultural Extravaganza. College Bowl. Conference Bash. The week is built around a few unmistakable anchors.

2026-06-30

NAD Board meeting

Open to all

2026-07-01

Council of Representatives (COR)

Delegates and affiliates; Opening Ceremony in the evening

2026-07-02

Cultural Extravaganza

Evening signature event

2026-07-03

College Bowl Competition

Evening signature event

Schedule

What’s happening, and what’s next.

Open full schedule
2026-07-01 · 19:00 - 21:30

Opening Ceremony

Grand Ballroom B · Formal opening of the NAD 58th Biennial Conference. Welcome from the NAD President, performance by a nationally recognized Deaf artist, introduction of the theme 'Roots & Rising,' and keynote address. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Full captioning and ASL on all screens. Arrive early - seating fills quickly.

2026-07-02 · 19:00 - 21:00

Roots & Rising Cultural Extravaganza

Grand Ballroom B · An evening celebrating Deaf culture, heritage, and artistic expression. Performances include Deaf performing arts, ASL storytelling, Deaf comedy, and music with Deaf interpreters. One of the most anticipated events of the conference - arrive early.

2026-07-03 · 19:00 - 22:00

College Bowl Finals

Grand Ballroom B · NAD College Bowl teams from Deaf and mainstream universities compete in a fast-paced academic quiz format covering Deaf history, ASL linguistics, current events, and general knowledge. High energy, high stakes - a conference highlight.

Start Here

Use the live conference view to get oriented.

Start with the schedule, check the current conference notice, and use this site for attendee-facing guidance throughout the week.

Registration Conference Registration & Check-in

2026-06-30 · 14:00-20:00 · Grand Ballroom Foyer

Venue and city

One conference hub. A city at the door.

  • 333 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
  • Powell Street BART and Muni connections are within walking distance.
  • Bring layers for cool San Francisco mornings and evenings.
  • Onsite hotel stay keeps workshops, COR, exhibits, and evening events in one walkable footprint.
  • BART (Powell Street Station is within walking distance)
  • Muni Metro and buses

Access and attendee info

Access is not an afterthought here.

Use the official conference channels for accessibility requests, attendee FAQs, and planning details. Public pages should keep access information visible, plainspoken, and easy to find at every stage of the week.

  • Conference staff Text: (202) 555-0126
  • Medical emergency Text 911 / Hotel phone
  • Registration desk Grand Ballroom Foyer

Official planning links

Plan your week from the official source.