Welcome back to the Kansas City Courier, your go-to guide for the latest news, can’t-miss updates, and insider tips for our 2026 Annual Convention happening on Oct. 3-6 in Kansas City. 

Curious to learn more about what’s on deck? Check out our agenda.

For any questions regarding the registration process, please contact [email protected].

We don’t know about you, but for us, 2026 is flying by. While it feels like registration for this year’s convention only just opened, the truth is that our housing deadline is quickly approaching. It’s just over two weeks away! You’ve only got until Sept. 11 at 5 p.m. CT to take advantage of exclusive discounted rates for convention attendees.

If lower rates aren’t motivating enough, also keep in mind that registering by the deadline could pay off in a big way: Pharmacists who register by Sept. 11 will be entered into a drawing to win complimentary registration to all three of NCPA’s largest meetings in 2027. That’s a $2,800 value.

Already registered? You’re automatically entered. If not, there are just two weeks left to secure your spot, book your stay, and get your name in the drawing.

Register and book now. You must make your Kansas City plans official and be registered for the convention before booking within the NCPA hotel block.

Time is running out to participate in two exciting opportunities at #NCPA2026! Be sure to reserve your space for the Community Pharmacy Residency and Fellowship Showcase and apply for the Innovation in Community Practice Poster Symposium by tomorrow, Aug. 28. Both are taking place in Kansas City on Oct. 4.

Connect your residency or fellowship program with pharmacy students interested in community practice and showcase innovative ideas and practice advancements through peer-to-peer learning with pharmacists and student pharmacists.

Reserve your space at the Community Pharmacy Residency and Fellowship Showcase. 

Apply now for the Community Practice Poster Symposium. 

How To Navigate the Latest AI Trends. How To Build Wealth, Not Just Manage Money. How To Evaluate ROI Before Investing in New Technology. How To Prepare Your Pharmacy to Participate in the ACCESS to Pharmacy Care Program. How To Translate Data Into Fair Reimbursement. How To Merchandise Your Store To Boost Front-End Sales. 

These are just a handful of the business education sessions that await you at #NCPA2026. This year, we’re all about moving from the “what do I do?” to the “here’s how I’ll do it,” with sessions focused on these and other issues and opportunities shaping community pharmacy.

Explore our business education sessions here. There’ll be something for you and your entire team. 

New this year at the #NCPA2026 Expo Hall: how-to booths! Stop by, connect one-on-one with peers and experts, ask questions, and pick up practical ideas you can put to work in your pharmacy.

Learn how to enroll as a Medicare Part B provider, maximize your med sync ROI, drive additional sales with simple front-end changes, become an LTC combo shop, optimize your immunization business, and more.

Look for how-to booths throughout the Expo Hall and the Vaccine Village Square. Visit Sunday, Oct. 4 from noon-4:30 p.m. and Monday, Oct. 5 from 9 a.m.-noon.

Add a few stops to your Expo Hall itinerary and leave with real-world answers and actionable ideas from those already doing the work. Learn more.

If you're already planning to join us in Kansas City, consider arriving a few days early to take advantage of our Pre-Convention Growth and Profitability Program Offerings.

Explore the path to pharmacy ownership, discover practical ways to put AI to work, learn how to get started with long-term care pharmacy at home, or find new ways to advance your existing LTC services. You’ll leave with practical guidance and strategies ready to put into action.

Secure your spot for one of our upcoming workshops.

Please note: To sign up for pre-convention courses, you must register through the convention registration process, even if you’re not attending the full convention. Separate registration fees apply.

Your #NCPA2026 experience is about to get even easier! The NCPA+ app is coming soon, giving you a convenient place to plan your time in Kansas City and stay connected throughout the convention.

Build your personalized agenda, browse sessions and exhibitors, connect with fellow attendees, and keep up with important event updates — all right from your phone.

Stay tuned for details on how to access NCPA+ as we get closer to Kansas City!

Celebrate baseball history with a visit to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Located in Kansas City’s historic 18th and Vine District, the museum brings to life the stories of the players, teams, and communities that shaped Negro Leagues baseball and left a lasting impact on the game and American culture.

Explore exhibits highlighting legendary players and defining moments while learning about the challenges these athletes faced, and the legacy they created both on and off the field.

Plan your visit and get tickets.

Curious about who’ll be on the expo floor? See the up-to-date lineup!