Tulsa, Oklahoma
The 2026 Main Street Now Conference offers ample educational and network-building opportunities designed to help local leaders improve and strengthen the social, civic, and economic fabric of their communities.
Save the Date
Mark your calendar for the 2026 Main Street Now Conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma, April 13 – 15! Join peers from across the Main Street network and experts in commercial district stewardship for insightful education sessions, unique special events, immersive mobile workshops, and incredible experiences in Tulsa.
Tulsa, Oklahoma. Photo by Sean Pavone/iStock
Tulsa International Mayfest. Courtesy: Tulsa International Mayfest
Global Gatherings at Gathering Place. Courtesy: Gathering Place
Woody Guthrie Center Mural. Courtesy: Woody Guthrie Center
Remembering Black Wall Street Mural. Courtesy: Tyler Layne Photography
T.E.G. International Jazz Fest at Guthrie Green. Courtesy: Guthrie Green
Mother Road Market on Route 66. Courtesy: Mother Road Market
Attend
Be a part of the largest convening of local leaders and place professionals advancing grassroots revitalization initiatives in local communities.
Registration
Registration is expected to open in early December 2025. Registration rates range from $399 for a one-day pass to $775 for the full conference, with early bird savings and special discounted pricing for students and civic leaders. Members receive a discount — find more about membership here >
Sessions & Events
From inspiring plenaries and immersive mobile workshops to engaging education sessions and interactive courses, the Main Street Now 2026 schedule will feature many opportunities for local leaders to strengthen networks, gain new skills, and find solutions to issues impacting their communities. Check this page for details and subscribe to receive updates >
Hotel
Room blocks for conference attendees will be available at downtown Tulsa hotels, with reservations opening in early December 2025. Check this page for details and subscribe to receive updates >
Host City
Between sessions, enjoy local shops, eateries, and attractions in downtown Tulsa and the city’s four Main Street districts: Global District, Historic Greenwood District, Kendall Whittier, and Tulsa Route 66 Main Street. Come early or extend your stay to explore national historic sites and cultural districts, verdant parks, magnificent Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern architecture, vibrant public art, incredible food, and more in Tulsa. Check out must-see places and experiences here >
Get Involved
Main Street Now 2026 offers many opportunities for attendees, industry experts, and supporters to engage in the Movement.
Sessions
Presenting at the Main Street Now Conference provides local leaders and industry experts opportunities to share their expertise in downtown and commercial district management, and contribute to our nationwide movement dedicated to advancing shared prosperity, creating resilient economies, and improving quality of life. Our call for proposals is expected to open in early summer 2025. Check this page for details and subscribe to receive updates >
Questions? Contact us at info@mainstreet.org
Sponsorship
Sponsoring the Main Street Now Conference is a highly visible, cost-effective way to reach community leaders and partners as they foster new ideas and solutions for preservation-based economic development in their historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts. Sponsor packages provide partners with the opportunity to demonstrate leadership through programming and promotions, connect directly with local decision-makers, and support communities on their path to economic revitalization. Check this page for details or contact us to learn more >
Questions? Contact Katie Eckstein at keckstein@mainstreet.org
Exhibition Hall
The Main Street Now Expo offers a variety of promotional opportunities for companies specializing in products, services, and resources designed to assist downtown and commercial district management professionals take their efforts to the next level. The exhibitor prospectus will be released in Fall 2025; booth registration is expected to open in early December 2025. Check this page for details and subscribe to receive updates >
Questions? Contact Steve Amraen at samraen@mainstreet.org
Stay in the Know
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Questions? Email info@mainstreet.org.