Registration & Housing Now Open!

Register Now to Attend the
122nd APSA Annual Meeting & Exhibition
September 3-6 | Boston, MA

Join Scholars in Boston! Register now to join political scientists for the 122nd APSA Annual Meeting & Exhibition, held in Boston, Massachusetts, from September 3–6, 2026, to address the latest scholarship in political science and explore this year’s conference theme, “Democracy Under Threat: How to Understand, Protect, and Rebuild.”

APSA and the 2026 program co-chairs, Ellen Lust, Cornell University; Laura Gamboa, University of Notre Dame; and Jamila Michener, Cornell University, look forward to your participation in panels and sessions prepared by APSA’s divisions and numerous related groups. Attendees gain the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge political science scholarship, innovative pedagogy, and valuable professional development opportunities, connect with scholars, attend sessions and workshops, build meaningful research partnerships, access vital career services, and explore the latest offerings in our Exhibit Hall.

APSA Annual Meeting Reminders

‣ Register for the APSA Annual Meeting by June 8th!
To remain on the program, participants must register by Monday, June 8, 2026.

‣ Early-Bird Registration Rates End July 1st
Discounted registration rates will increase after July 1st for the APSA Annual Meeting & Exhibition!

‣ Make Your Boston Hotel Reservations
The 2026 APSA Annual Meeting & Exhibition will take place at the Hynes Convention Center, the Sheraton Boston Hotel, Boston Marriott Copley Place, and the Westin Copley Place. The housing website closes on August 12, 2026.

‣ Childcare Reimbursement Applications Open thru July 31st
To support APSA Annual Meeting members and attendees who require childcare to attend the meeting, APSA is now offering a limited number of reimbursements (up to $600 per family) to help subsidize the cost of childcare in Boston, specifically for attending the Annual Meeting. The deadline to submit a request form is July 31, 2026.