National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition

The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) will host its 17th Annual National Sports Safety and Security Conference & Exhibition, bringing together professionals focused on protecting sports and special event environments.

The 2026 conference theme, "Honoring the Past, Securing the Future," reflects on two decades of industry collaboration while examining emerging challenges, technologies and strategies shaping the future of spectator safety and security. Programming will include educational sessions, solution provider engagement and networking opportunities for practitioners across public and private sectors.

Attendees typically include security directors, stadium and facility managers, event operators, law enforcement, emergency management personnel, athletic administrators and government representatives supporting professional sports, intercollegiate and interscholastic athletics, endurance events and large-scale entertainment venues.

The event is presented in conjunction with title sponsor ASSA ABLOY.

Early-bird registration is available through April 15, 2026, with pricing increasing April 16.