NBA 101st Annual Convention
Week-at-a-Glance

Nashville, Tennessee | July 25–31, 2026

The Rhythm of Excellence: The Power of Promise, The Energy of Now

Below is an overview of the major events and themes for each day to help members plan their travel. A detailed program, speakers, and room assignments will be released closer to the Convention.

SATURDAY, JULY 25

Pre-Convention Events + Wellness + Retreats

• Uncle Nearest Distillery Tour
• Unity 5K Run/Walk + Morning Wellness
• Board of Governors Meeting
• Civil Trial Advocacy Bootcamp (6-hour CLE)
• Women Lawyers Division Retreat, Men’s Retreat
• Youth Enrichment Program (YEP) Orientation
• Community Service Project
• Charity Basketball Showcase (“From the Court to the Courtroom”).

SUNDAY, JULY 26

Opening Day + Plenary + Welcome Events

Best day to arrive if attending the official Opening Ceremony.

• Opening Plenary / Public Meeting
• Judicial Council Convocation & Service
• Associate Advancement Academy Luncheon
• Exhibit Hall Ribbon Cutting
• Section & Division Meetings
• First-Time Attendee Orientation
• Progressive Nashville Welcome Reception (Evening). 

MONDAY, JULY 27

Major CLE Blocks + Corporate Counsel Summit + Awards

Ideal day for corporate counsel, litigators, CLE seekers, and award honorees.

• Corporate Counsel Leadership Summit – Part I Full
• CLE programming across 7+ tracks
• Judicial Council sessions
• Multiple ticketed luncheons (NBI, Junius W. Williams, ADR, Corporate Counsel)
• Presidential Showcase (Afternoon)
• Regions Meetings
• 16th Annual Managing Partners & General Counsel Scholarship Dinner
• 40 Under 40 Awards Gala + YLD Celebration
• Candidates’ Parties (Late Evening). 

TUESDAY, JULY 28

Fraternity & Sorority Breakfasts + Voting Day + President’s Ball

A key day for voting delegates, affinity networks, and social event fans.

• Fraternity/Sorority & Civil Rights Breakfasts
• Affiliate & Individual Member Voting
• CLE Programming (all tracks)
• Civil Rights Forum
• LGBTQ+ Awards Reception, Solo/Small Firm, Antitrust & Alumni Receptions
• President’s Ball: Black Bridgerton / Queen Charlotte Ball

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29

CLE Finale + Alumni Breakfasts + Choose Your Experience Night

Great day for alumni gatherings, Nashville culture, and social fun.

• Alumni & Law School Breakfasts
• Final CLE Blocks
• Youth Enrichment Program continues
• Thurgood Marshall Awards Luncheon
• Presidential Showcase: Nashville Signature Track (Music, Sports & Entertainment Law)

Evening Experiences:

• Game Night (Spades, Bid Whist, Dominoes)
• Night Out in Nashville (Karaoke + Line Dancing)

THURSDAY, JULY 30

Closing Day + Necrology + Competition + Gala

Perfect final day for full-week attendees and those celebrating leadership transitions.

• Closing Plenary & Necrology
• MLK Drum Major for Justice Competition
• Judicial Council Final Meetings
• Fred D. Gray Hall of Fame Luncheon
• Presidential Showcase: Ethics CLE + Community Service
• Closing Gala + Installation of Officers
• Afterglow Champagne Lounge

FRIDAY, JULY 31

New Board Begins

Departure day for most attendees.

• First Meeting of the New Board of Directors

Which Days Should You Come?

• Full Experience: July 25–30
• CLE-Focused: July 27–29
• Alumni & Social Events: July 28–29
• Leadership / Governance: July 24–31
• Family & Youth: July 25–30 (YEP runs daily)