For Educators Who Want to Bring Back Joy, Creativity, and Results That Count.

THE 2026 NATIONAL Arts Integration and STEAM Conference

July 7-10, 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri

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3 Full Days in 2026

You asked, we answered! We've added an extra day.

Includes 60+ Sessions

Strands for Classroom and Arts Teachers plus Leaders.

35 Hour Certificate

Available for all attendees who complete each day.

Food Included

Food and drinks are provided twice each day.

What is the National Arts Integration and STEAM Conference?

Join 1,500+ K–12 educators for the only national in-person event focused on real classroom strategies that integrate the arts and STEAM—backed by research, built for collaboration, and designed to help you reach every student.

This can't-miss event is perfect for:

  • K–12 Classroom Teachers
  • Arts Specialists and STEM/STEAM Educators
  • Instructional Coaches and School Leaders
  • Teaching Artists and PD Coordinators

Whether you're looking to boost student engagement, build schoolwide buy-in, or access scalable lesson systems…you'll find the tools and team here.

Location

800 Washington Ave | St. Louis, MO 63101

Parking available on-site. Fly in through St. Louis Lambert International Airport. Amtrak train service also available.

The Marriott St. Louis Grand
800 Washington Ave | St. Louis, MO 63101

Conference Details At-A-Glance

Admission

Super Early Bird Tickets are $499/pp. In-Person event. Group Rates & VIP options available. Online recordings available after event.

Tickets are limited and will sell out!

Date & Time

July 7-10, 2026

5 PM Welcome Reception July 7
9 AM – 4PM July 8-9
9 AM – Noon July 10

Safety & Accessibility

Venue is wheelchair accessible; elevators available. Additional accessibility options provided upon request.

PD and CEU Hours

35-Hour PD Certificate and 3 CEUs Included.

Super Early Bird Rate Ends: November 6, 2025.

PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:

The Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM
The CRAFT
Crayola

Conference Details At-A-Glance

Admission

Super Early Bird Tickets are $499/pp. In-Person event. Group Rates & VIP options available. Online recordings available after event.

Tickets are limited and will sell out!

Date & Time

July 7-10, 2026

5 PM Welcome Reception July 7
9 AM – 4PM July 8-9
9 AM – Noon July 10

Safety & Accessibility

Venue is wheelchair accessible; elevators available. Additional accessibility options provided upon request.

PD and CEU Hours

35-Hour PD Certificate and 3 CEUs Included.

Super Early Bird Rate Ends: November 6, 2025.

PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:

The Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM
The CRAFT
Crayola

"This conference was more than I expected. The presenters were excellent. The topics were timely. I will be utilizing more than a few of the activities within the next week. I highly recommend!"

– SARAH FELLER, 2nd Grade Teacher

A Comprehensive Experience

The value of a conference is in the wide range of opportunities provided. This event includes all of the following:

Expert Presenters and Speakers

Immersive Experiences

Beyond a traditional keynote, this year's general sessions will transform our learning space into interactive, immersive experiences from leading educators, artists, and workforce leaders. All captured in real-time from our visual notetaker.

Standards-Aligned Sessions

Hands-On Workshops

Learn from the best educators, organizations, and leaders in arts integration and STEAM today. All sessions are designed to provide you with tools, strategies, and resources you can use right away.

Expand Your Creativity

Pop-Up Arts Experiences

From arts techniques classes (in all art forms – including visual art, media arts, music, theatre, and dance) to surprise arts performances and exciting creative explorations, you'll leave this event inspired and ready for more.

Build Your Connections

Networking and Expo Areas

In addition to a dedicated exhibitor area where you can browse, chat, and collect FREE swag, you'll also have access to dedicated networking events throughout the conference to help find local, state, and national partners.

Walk Away With What Matters Most

No fluff. No recycled content. Just practical, research-backed strategies you can implement right away…plus the credentials and community to support your work. Learn, engage, and grow through immersive experiences at the National Arts Integration and STEAM Conference:

  • 60+ hands-on, research-based workshops across arts integration, STEAM, and leadership led by educators currently in the classroom

  • Standards-aligned strategies for arts integration and STEAM
  • Ready-to-use handouts, tools, models, and lesson ideas
  • 35 PD hours + 3 CEUs with a certificate for your district
  • New energy and clarity about what works—and how to scale it

  • Tracks for ES, MS, HS and Admin

  • Bonus Experiences: karaoke and trivia nights, ball game outings, and networking mixers

  • FREE Tools, Swag, and More

  • Creativity Playground

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Educators From 15+ Countries

"This was more than PD for me. It was a blueprint, a mindset shift, and the exact support I needed."

– DESIREE SIMMS, 2nd Grade Teacher and 2025 Conference Attendee

You Belong Here

You shouldn't have to sit through one more PD session that drains your time and gives you nothing usable. This conference is different. Here's why…

NO Recycled Content.

All sessions are new and highlight what's working in schools NOW – not strategies you've seen from 20 years ago. You'll learn from current teachers seeing success and sharing their process.

Standards AND Engagement

Research shows that the best outcomes are achieved when learning is connected to standards while engaging students in relevant experiences. You'll learn both at this event.

Creative Inspiration + Exploration

You can't pour from an empty cup. Over 3 days, you'll be surrounded with creative inspiration and leave confident that you can use these ideas yourself.

Schedule Overview

** Detailed session list with presenters will be released in Winter, 2026.

3:00-5:00PM: Registration Open

5:00-6:00PM: Welcome Reception for All Attendees (Featuring a DJ and complimentary drinks)

9-10AM: Keynote/General Immersive Session

10AM – Noon: Breakout Sessions (60-minutes each)

Noon-1PM: Lunch/Exhibit Hall Time

1PM – 4PM: Breakout Sessions (60 minutes each)

5PM – 6PM: VIP Cocktail Hour Event (special registration required)

** Breakout times also include general "playground" time and small group meetings. Several surprise artistic pop-ups will also occur throughout the conference.

9-10AM: Keynote/General Immersive Session

10AM – Noon: Breakout Sessions (60 minutes each)

Noon-1PM: Lunch/Exhibit Hall Time

1PM – 4PM: Breakout Sessions and Award Ceremonies

** Breakout times also include general "playground" time and small group meetings. Several surprise artistic pop-ups will also occur throughout the conference.

9-11AM: Final Breakout Sessions (60-minutes each)

11AM – Noon: Closing Keynote

Noon: Head home!

Evenings are on your own for dinner, networking, and exploring the city of St. Louis. There will be several pre-arranged opportunities to attend local events and attractions. These will be available for registration at a later date (details will be sent to attendees in Spring, 2026).

Featuring These Topics and Content Areas:

  • Grade-Level-Specific Content
  • Science of Reading and the Arts
  • Data Visualization
  • Student Accountability and Engagement
  • High Impact Writing, Reading, & Math Strategies through the Arts
  • Assessment Tools for Teachers
  • Arts Enhancement vs. Arts Integration
  • Arts Techniques for the Classroom
  • Integrating Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and STEAM
  • STEAM Tools and Processes
  • Special Education Adaptations for Arts Integration and STEAM
  • Social Studies Integration with the Arts
  • Classroom Management Tools and Techniques
  • Leadership Strategies
  • Sustainability and School-Wide Implementation

You're onboard to attend, but how about your supervisor? We've got your back.

Explore St. Louis

This year's event will take at the St. Louis Marriott Grand Hotel located in downtown St. Louis, MO. This location offers easy access to numerous attractions like the iconic Gateway Arch National Park, National Blues Museum and the St. Louis Science Center. Or, take in a Cardinals baseball game at nearby Busch Stadium.

St. Louis has the most free museums of any city other than Washington, DC! There will be plenty of time to explore and take in all that this incredible city has to offer.

Discounted room blocks at the Marriott St. Louis Grand are now available – be sure to book your room as soon as possible to get the best available pricing.

Choose the Experience That Fits You Best

Every ticket includes full access to all sessions, keynotes, and pop-up arts experiences—plus your 35-hour PD certificate and 3 CEUs.

Flexible payment plans now available through Klarna starting at $85/mo.

Save $75 with Super Early Bird Rates Now – November 6.

Super Early Bird

Individual Admission: July 7-10, 2026

$499

Payment plans as low as $85/mo.

Get access to unparalleled professional development, networking, and learning opportunities with an Individual Admission pass.

Includes:

  • Full access to all 3 days of conference sessions
  • Pop-up Events
  • Exhibitor Hall
  • Keynotes
  • Resources
  • and Free Swag.

Super Early Bird

VIP Pass: July 7-10, 2026 + Accelerator Access and 1-year on-demand video recordings

$649

Payment plans as low as $115/mo

Experience the best of this conference but with all of the red carpet privileges, total event access, and conveniences that come with being VIP.

Includes:

All Individual Benefits PLUS:

  • Complimentary 1-year on-demand access after the event to video recordings of each session
  • Complimentary 1-year access to The Accelerator (with 500+ lessons, resources, and unlimited PD)
  • Front VIP Seating at all keynotes
  • Separate Registration Line
  • Separate VIP Entrance for all Keynotes
  • Dedicated VIP Concierge Desk
  • Dedicated VIP lounge with snack and beverages
  • and Exclusive VIP Lanyard.

Super Early Bird

Group Tickets: July 7-10, 2026

Save 15%

Bring a group of 5 or more and enjoy extra savings. There's nothing like experiencing an event like this with a team from your school or district.

Includes:

  • Full access to all 3 days of conference sessions
  • Pop-up Events
  • Exhibitor Hall
  • Keynotes
  • Resources
  • Special session just for school teams with IAS founder Susan Riley
  • and Free Swag.

Need to use a purchase order? No problem. We accept POs and can reserve your seats while your paperwork processes. Click here.

Interested in Sponsoring or Exhibiting at This Event?

Get in front of thousands of educators committed to innovation, excellence, and creativity. Join us as we explore the Creative Edge in Education.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are excited to announce that our 2026 National Arts Integration and STEAM Conference will be held July 7-10, 2026 at the Marriott St. Louis Grand. Registration is now open.

The Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM's W9 is here.

Call For Proposals closed on October 24, 2025. We are no longer accepting applications to present or offer keynotes.

Due to the costs and materials associated with the conference we are unable to issue refunds. If you are unable to attend, The Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM will allow someone else to take your place at the conference.

Please email [email protected] to change the name on your registration.

Yes, you can earn 3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from The Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM for participating in the 2026 National Arts Integration and STEAM Conference. To earn these credits, you must attend all keynotes, general sessions, and workshop blocks and sign into each session. Additionally, there will be a project for you to complete at home using what you've learned from the conference. This project will be provided at the conference event and must be completed and submitted for grading by November 30, 2026. Your project submission must earn a 70% or better to receive the 3 CEUs.

All registrants will automatically receive a PD certificate for 35 hours at the end of July 10th.

Registration fees are tiered as follows:

Super-Early Bird Rate: $499/general admission and $649/VIP admission (available now-November 6, 2025)

Early-Bird Rate: $525/General Admission and $675/VIP Admission (Available November 7, 2025 – February 5, 2026)

Regular Rate: $575/General Admission and $725/VIP Admission (Available February 6, 2026 – June 11, 2026).

We use Klarna to help provide you with flexible payment options. These options are dependent upon your credit, and many plans start as low as $85/mo for up to 6 months.

Purchase orders are not a form of payment; a purchase order may be used to hold a registration spot until an invoice is generated and payment has been made. Please include a copy of your registration with your mailed purchase order, or include the registration confirmation number if sending via email to [email protected]. Payment of invoices can be made via ACH or credit card (preferred for security purposes) or via check from the school. Registration will be confirmed once payment has been received.

Please note: all school purchase orders must be paid in full by July 3, 2026 in order for you to be admitted.

Please select the "school purchase order" option at checkout if you plan to use this method.

Please remit all purchase orders to [email protected]

To pay via ACH or credit card for a school purchase order, please follow the directions on the invoice sent with the PO number attached.

Any mailed items (purchase orders or checks) should be sent to:

The Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM

PO Box 2622

Westminster, MD 21158

Contact [email protected] with additional questions.