2026 Convention | Portland, OR

The 54th Annual NFA Convention

Our 2026 convention will take place in Portland, Oregon, a destination that represents westward expansion, hopes, and dreams. We want to honor origins, the products of imagination, and what has come to life in the hands of trailblazers throughout the world. We also want to celebrate the pathways of the flute in America, as we celebrate the Semiquincentennial (250th) anniversary of the United States.

Registration opens on January 12, 2026!

DATES

August 6-9, 2026

VENUE

Oregon Convention Center
777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Portland, OR 97232

HOTELS

Hyatt Regency Portland
DoubleTree by Hilton Portland

PROGRAM TEAM

Daniel Pardo, Program Chair

Ana Paola Rincones, Assistant Program Chair

About the Convention

Each August, thousands of flutists gather at the annual NFA Convention for four days of performances, masterclasses, competitions, and workshops. The convention welcomes flutists of all kinds - professionals, amateurs, students, and everyone in between - to learn, listen, grow, and bond over their shared love of the flute. In between events, guests can wander the lively exhibit hall to shop for instruments, music, and accessories from their favorite vendors, or step outside to enjoy all that Portland has to offer.

Venue & Host City

The 2026 convention will take place in the Oregon Convention Center (OCC), situated in in the heart of Portland's Lloyd neighbohood - just across the river from downtown and a short train ride away from Portland International Airport. The OCC is surrounded by hotels, public transit options, shopping, and iconic venues like the Moda Center and Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

When you need a break from the convention, Portland's natural wonders, eclectic culture, and culinary delights await. Sample from 500+ food trucks, dine at award-winning restaurants, go on a hike, or visit nearby wine country.

Hotel & Travel

The NFA has secured discounted blocks of rooms at the Hyatt Regency Portland (375 NE Holladay St) and the DoubleTree by Hilton Portland (1000 NE Multnomah St). Both hotels are a short walk from the Oregon Convention Center. We strongly encourage staying at one of the official convention hotels, which transform into global flute hubs for the duration of the convention. This also helps us meet our required room minimum, allowing us to keep convention costs down. Booking will be available through the NFA website beginning January 12.

Protect Yourself: If you receive third-party emails claiming to offer a hotel discount, they are a scam and not legitimate. The NFA website is the only place to book your discounted hotel room.

Registration & Fees

Installment plans and registration scholarships are available.

Advance (Online) Registration (available January 12 - July 31):

Active/Commercial/Life Member: $315
Student: $175
Lower Income: $275**

On-Site Registration (Aug. 5-9):

Active/Commercial/Life Member: $390
Student: $205
Lower Income: $340**

Registration will be available beginning January 12. The first 200 people to register by January 31 will save $10!

**Lower Income rate only available for those holding a Lower Income NFA Membership.

Planning to attend the convention? You must hold an active NFA membership at the time of registration and throughout the convention. Become a member or renew today.

Saturday Concerto Concert

The annual Concerto Concert (Saturday, 8pm) is the can’t-miss event of the convention, showcasing the unmatched excitement, energy, and virtuosity of today’s flutists. The all-concerto program features world-class soloists on stage with an orchestra - conducted by Raimundo Pineda - in an event like no other!

2026 Program

Gareth McLearnon performing Origins by Taylor Scott Davis (World Premiere)
Zachariah Galatis performing Concerto for Piccolo and Orchestra by Amanda Harberg
Nicole Esposito performing Legends of Anatolia by Kemal Günüç
Adriana Ferreira performing Concerto No. 1 for Flute and Strings by Malcolm Arnold
Gareth Davies performing Voyage by John Corigliano
Clara Novakova performing Flute Concerto: III. Very Fast, with Tremendous Energy by Kevin Puts

Program subject to change.

Check back soon for more information on the schedule, answers to FAQs, and more!

For Businesses

Exhibit Hall

The Exhibit Hall is the central hub of activity at the NFA Convention. Meeting place, retail center, and community space, the Exhibit Hall is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to exhibit your products and services to professional flutists, flute teachers, flute students, and flute enthusiasts. Convention guests view the Exhibit Hall as a "must-visit." Make sure your organization is included in the excitement! Booth sales will begin in March. Check back soon for more information.

Sponsorships

Achieve greater exposure and access valuable benefits while showing your support for the NFA and its members. Your sponsorship helps ensure the NFA can continue to host annual conventions where flutists can meet and gain inspiration from new ideas, products, and services that support the worldwide flute community. LEARN MORE

For information about sponsorship opportunities, contact Jennifer Clarke.

Photos from 2025 (Atlanta)

Rand Lines, photographer

About the NFA

Founded by Mark Thomas in 1972 and incorporated in 1973, the National Flute Association has a rich and vibrant history. Over the past five decades, our initiatives have grown as our organization has evolved—from a small gathering of flutists in Anaheim, CA, in 1973 to an annual national convention with attendance in the thousands. Learn more about our history here.

Our Vision:

Inspiring flutists, enriching lives, and uniting the world through music.

Our Mission:

To nurture and support an inclusive and thriving global flute community.