Early-Bird Registration Opens August 3rd and ends September 18th. Register Today!

Event Details

General: 2026 MDEA Annual Conference - a gathering of dance educators from various dance sectors within Maryland 
 
Theme: Stronger Together: Uniting Our Voices to Move Dance Education Forward
 
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
 
Venue: Howard Community College - 5070 Campus Drive, Columbia, MD 21044
 
Contact: info@mddanceed.org
 
About: Stronger Together: Uniting Our Voices to Move Dance Education Forward is a gathering for dance educators, studio owners, researchers, performers, and community leaders dedicated to elevating the field of dance education. In an ever-evolving cultural and educational landscape, it is vital to bridge practice and pedagogy, celebrate diverse traditions, and advocate for sustainable growth in dance programs. When we combine our vision and voices, we create a transformative movement—both inside the studio and across all educational sectors.
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Schedule, Session Descriptions & Presenter Bios Coming Soon!

Registration Tiers & Optional Add-Ons
*Note: Conference registration (at any tier) also includes free admission to the MDEA Social & Awards Event that occurs at the end of the conference day. 
 
Early Bird Registration (8/3/26 - 9/18/26 by 5pm):

Early Bird (Member): $60.00 ($63.75 with fees)
Early Bird (Non-Member): $65.00 ($69.00 with fees)

Regular Registration:  (9/18/26 - 10/15/26 by 5pm)
Member: $75.00 (plus fees)
Non-member: $80.00 (plus fees)
 
Late/At Door Registration: 
Member/Non-member: $80.00/$90.00 (plus fees)
 
Student Registration: $25.00 ($27.00 with fees)

Optional Add-Ons: 

- $20.00 Panera Box Lunch: All presenters will receive complimentary lunch. 

Parking: Parking is free! The address of the West Parking Garage is 5070 Campus Drive, Columbia, MD 21044

 $0 Complimentary Registration: 
- Presenters (one per session, membership in NDEO/MDEA required) 
- Howard Community College Dance Faculty/Students