2026 NAVCA Conference

Date: Sunday, August 30, 2026 - Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Location: UC Davis Weill School of Veterinary Medicine/ UC Davis Conference Center
Questions/Contact Information: [email protected]

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Join us for the 2026 NAVCA Conference at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, August 30 – September 1, 2026. Connect with colleagues through engaging breakout sessions, networking lunches, and guided campus tours highlighting key areas of the veterinary campus.

Hear from keynote speaker Caleb Campbell, and take part in curated dinner excursions designed to foster connection and collaboration in a relaxed setting. Attendees will also have opportunities to explore the UC Davis campus and learn more about its leading-edge clinical, research, and teaching facilities.

Don’t miss the Welcome Reception—the perfect way to kick off an inspiring conference. Connect with old colleagues and meet new collaborators.

Schedule Overview

Details will be finalized closer to the event

In-Person Registration - Attendees

Includes:

• Access to all sessions, including the SVM campus tour
• Meals: Sunday evening reception; breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Monday and Tuesday
• Transportation to and from scheduled events

Pricing:

In-Person Registration - Guests

Guest registration opens July 27, 2026. Availability is limited based on overall conference capacity.

Includes:

• Dinner excursions on Monday and Tuesday
• Transportation to and from scheduled dinner excursions

Pricing:

Transportation

Use of buses is optional but highly recommended to maximize time with colleagues.

Hotel Details

Hyatt Place UC Davis
173 Old Davis Rd, Davis, CA 95616

• Group rate: $189/night plus taxes
• Booking link available; cut-off date: July 30, 2026

• Check-in: 3:00 PM | Check-out: 12:00 Noon
• Early or late check-in/check-out is not guaranteed

• No-shows charged one night at the group rate; early departures pay for all reserved nights

Amenities:

• Complimentary hot breakfast
• Adjacent to Monday's meeting space (UC Davis Conference Center)
• Tuesday transportation provided to SVM; scenic walk (1.2 miles / 25 min) to campus along Putah Creek and our arboretum

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Cancellation and Refund Policy

• Requests received by August 8, 2026, 11:59 PM (PT): Refund minus 15% processing fee
• Requests received after this deadline: Refund minus 50% processing fee

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email: [email protected].

Other Details

• Can I attend virtually?
• Unfortunately, no, this year's conference is in-person only. Hybrid sessions add significant complication to the event.
• Will the sessions be recorded? 
• No recordings will be available.
• Can I drive to campus? Where do I park?
• Yes, you may drive to campus. Detailed parking instructions will be shared closer to the conference date. In the meantime, you can find general parking information on the UC Davis Transportation Services Parking Guide.
• Will Wi-Fi be available? 
• Yes. Eduroam will be available throughout all conference spaces. For more information, please visit the UC Davis Guest Wireless information page.
  
  Hyatt Place also provides complimentary Wi-Fi for all guests.
• What should I wear? 
• Business casual is our norm.
• Will there be SWAG? 
• Yes 😉
• Will you have on-site registration? 
• Not available; register by August 21, 2026.
• Do you have ADA needs?
• If you require any special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please email us at [email protected] as soon as possible. We are committed to providing the necessary support to ensure all participants can fully engage in the conference.
• Questions about the conference? 
• Please email [email protected].