The 2026 Strong Towns National Gathering is where the movement comes together. For a few days, advocates from across the U.S., Canada, and beyond will gather to learn from one another, build momentum, and deepen the connections that make local change possible. You’ll hear from compelling keynote speakers, dig into practical breakout sessions, and spend time with people who share your commitment to safer, more financially resilient places—from citizen advocates to professionals to local officials.
This isn’t a typical conference. Sessions and events will be spread across multiple downtown Fayetteville venues, all within a short walk, creating space for real conversations and meaningful relationships during sessions and after hours alike. What you learn here isn’t meant to stay in a notebook. You’ll return home energized, better equipped, and ready to turn shared ideas into tangible progress where you live.
