2026 MNA Annual Convention

Details

October 21, 2026 through October 23, 2026
Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center
Biloxi, MS

Earlybird Registration Deadline: September 7, 2026
Advance Registration Deadline: October 13, 2026

Description

Join MNA as we celebrate our 115th Annual Convention and the influence, innovation, and impact of Mississippi nurses. This year’s Convention is themed “Nurses Are the Difference.” Earn over 25 hours of continuing education credit, including pharmacology and controlled substance hours. Our sessions span a wide range of timely and essential topics, all presented by distinguished nursing leaders who bring real-world insight, innovation, and inspiration. Late Fee/Cancellation/Refund Policies – No registrations will be accepted by the MNA office after Tuesday, Oct. 13. However, on-site registrations are welcomed. Refund requests must be in writing, and shall be granted accordingly as follows: a) a $35 processing fee will be applied to all refunds issued; b) no refunds will be granted after Oct. 13, however, a prepaid registrant may send a substitute. Substitution details must be provided to MNA prior to Oct. 13. If rebilling of a credit card charge is necessary, or a check is returned for insufficient funds, a $40 processing fee will be charged. MNA reserves the right to modify all courses and/or to substitute instructors at any time without liability. MNA further reserves the right to cancel any activity at any point leading up to and during conference date. If an event is cancelled, a full refund of paid registration fee will be given. By registering for this event, you are giving consent for the use of your name, portrait, picture or photograph as part of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association events, activities, social media, and publications. FOR SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS, CONTACT THE MNA OFFICE AT 601-898-0670. FOR SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS, PLEASE CONTACT THE MNA OFFICE BY SEPTEMBER 28. Guests are welcome to purchase tickets to attend the Sigma Theta Tau Luncheon on Thursday, October 22.

Conference Registration

Pass Name Description
Single Day Registration (Fri.) Attend Friday Only
Single Day Registration (Thur.) Attend Thursday Only
Single Day Registration (Wed.) Attend Wednesday Only
Advanced Practice Nurses Fall Conference (Thur.-Fri.) Attend Thursday and Friday
Basic Registration (Wed.-Thur.) Attend Wednesday and Thursday
Basic Registration plus Friday Sessions Attend Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
2026 Controlled Substance Update ONLY-Friday (Conv Registration Not Required) Attend Controlled Substance Update ONLY on Friday - Convention Registration Not Required

Events

Event Name Date Time Description
Workshop-BLS Healthcare Provider Training & Cert (4-hour workshop) - Wednesday Oct 21, 2026
Sigma Theta Tau Luncheon Oct 22, 2026
Workshop-Rural Trauma Stabilization - Thursday Oct 22, 2026
Worshop-Closing the Gap: Advanced Suturing and Urgent Care Procedures - Friday Oct 23, 2026
APRN Workshop-Controlled Substance Update-(Conv Registration Required) Oct 23, 2026 3:30 PM -
5:30 PM