Pre-registration for Evaluation 2026 is now open! We look forward to seeing you in Charlotte, NC, November 16-20, 2026. Workshops will be available in late summer.
AEA invites evaluation practitioners, researchers, and community members to explore and advance the future of evaluation at Evaluation 2026. This year’s theme, Evaluation Across Boundaries, encourages openness to new ideas, welcoming diverse perspectives and collaboration across fields, sectors, and geographies.
Registration Pricing: In-Person
The conference registration fees below are for the full conference, taking place November 16-20.
| Registration Type |
Early Bird
- until 10/12/2026 |
Regular
- until 11/15/2026 |
Onsite
- after 11/16/2026 |
| Member |
$650 |
$750 |
$825 |
| Non-Member |
$1,100 |
$1,350 |
$1,450 |
| Full-Time Student |
$350 |
$475 |
$495 |
Note: Pre-Conference Workshops are NOT included in the full conference registration. You may add workshops to your full conference registration.
| One Day Pass: |
|
| Wednesday** |
$300 |
| Thursday |
$300 |
| Friday |
$300 |
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If you live outside the United States and intend to obtain a travel visa to Evaluation 2026, you can request an invitation letter by filling out the form linked below.
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