Texas CASA Conference
We are excited to be going back to San Marcos for the annual Texas CASA Conference on September 9-11, 2026! It’s been over a decade since we’ve been there, and we are happy to be able to enjoy their newly renovated convention center and all the new things the city has to offer. In addition to its growth, San Marcos was officially named a Bird City Texas community in January 2025 by Audubon Texas and Texas Parks and Wildlife.
When thinking about this year’s conference theme, we wanted to celebrate the city’s new Bird City Texas designation. We chose the hummingbird as a central element to the theme — small yet fiercely determined beings that travel great distances against all odds.
Similarly, CASA volunteers serve as steady advocates for children navigating the uncertainty of the foster care system, offering a voice, direction, and unwavering support. Just as the hummingbird’s presence symbolizes the strength to endure and the promise of renewal, CASA programs embody a commitment to helping children overcome hardship and move toward safety, healing, and a brighter future.
Dates: September 9-11, 2026
Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center, 1001 E McCarty Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666
Audience: CASA staff, volunteers, and board members, and other child welfare stakeholders
Registration Cost: $400 flat fee for everyone (For CASA programs in Texas all expenses are allowable on both HHSC and VOCA grants.)
Registration Dates: Registration will open July 8, 2026, and close August 12, 2026.
Lodging: A group block will be available at the conference hotel as well as an overflow hotel nearby. The cost for lodging is $189/night plus tax. Instructions to book your room will be included in your confirmation email once you register for conference.
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Our 2026 Texas CASA Conference is shaping up to be an inspiring, statewide gathering of advocates united for children in foster care, and we invite you to be part of it as a sponsor! Sponsorship is a powerful way to show your commitment to our mission and gain meaningful visibility. We have sponsorship opportunities starting at $1,000, and all sponsorships include an Exhibitor booth, so check out our sponsorship packet and reach out to development@texascasa.org with any questions or inquiries!
Exhibitor Registration Now Open
If you know an organization or individual who has a product or service they want to showcase at the conference, ask them to become an exhibitor. Get the details or save your spot here.
We hope to see you in San Marcos in September to honor the incredible work of the local CASA programs and to give you new tools and strategies to enhance your advocacy for children and families. Check out all the fun we had last time!
September 9 @ 11:00 am – September 11 @ 12:00 pm
llee@texascasa.org
