2026 Annual Conference
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
540 North Michigan AvenueChicago, IL 60611
United States
Summer in Chicago is a whole vibe—and you're invited!
Join us July 8–12, 2026 in the bold and welcoming “City of the Big Shoulders” for a week of inspiration, connection, and deep peer fellowship.
Shoulder to shoulder—that’s how we move forward in recovery. From Carl Sandburg’s timeless tribute to Chicago, to the Big Book’s powerful reminder—“You will commence shoulder to shoulder your common journey” (pp. 152–153)—this gathering is about walking together with those who truly understand.
There’s nothing like the strength found in shared experience. In the rooms, at meals, in quiet moments and spontaneous laughter—you’ll find peer support that’s rooted in understanding, compassion, and lived recovery.
We’ll meet at the Downtown Marriott Hotel, nestled in the heart of Chicago—just steps from the Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier, River North, Millennium Park, and more.
Since 1949, IDAA has been a home for healthcare professionals and their families to connect, heal, and grow. What began as a small circle has become a thriving fellowship of hundreds across the country.
Come stand shoulder to shoulder with us. Come be seen, heard, and supported. Come experience the power of recovery—in fellowship, in community, and in the heart of Chicago.
IDAA Inclusivity Statement: IDAA envisions Recovery for all health care professionals and their families impacted by addictive disorders. We celebrate Diversity and are committed to Equity and Inclusion of people from all Racial, Ethnic, Cultural, Sexual/Gender and Spiritual identities. Many Recovery pathways in addition to AA are represented at the IDAA Annual Conference, Regional Meetings, and on our virtual and email meetings.
Registration Information
Registration is required to attend sessions and events affiliated with the 2026 IDAA Annual Conference.
Registered attendees must always display their badges while onsite.
All questions regarding registration should be directed to executive@idaa.org.
Additional Types of CE Credits are Available Again in 2026!
Offering CE credits for a wide range of specialties, including:
- AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for Physicians (MD / DO)
- ANCC CE for Nursing (CRNA**, NP (FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, ACNP-BC, AGNP-BC, etc.), RN, BSN
- ACPE Credit for Pharmacists
- APA CE for Psychologists
- ASWEB CE for Social Workers
- ADA CERP CE for Oral Health Professionals
- NAADAC CE for Addiction Professionals
**CRNAs are able to claim ANCC as Class B credits or can submit an approval application requesting Class A credits to the AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NURSE ANESTHESIOLOGY. IDAA cannot guarantee AANA class A credits will be approved.
Our CE credits are approved by the appropriate accrediting bodies and can help you meet licensure and certification requirements. In addition, our educational activities are led by experienced professionals and are designed to be interactive and engaging.
Please note: You must qualify to be an IDAA Member or attend as a guest of a member to attend the IDAA Annual Meeting. The expansion of CE credits DOES NOT change the qualifications for attendance at the conference but does allow spouses/guests working in other healthcare fields the opportunity to earn credits.
Payments & Refund Policy
Payment Methods Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express
Confirmation & Receipts Confirmation of your purchase will be emailed immediately. Please note that must be an IDAA member to register.
Registration Changes and Cancellations To change, add to, or cancel your meeting registration, please e-mail info@idaa.org.
Refund Policy
Through May 8, 2026: 100% refund
May 9 - June 8, 2026: 50% refund
After June 8: No Refund
*We cannot make exceptions to our refund policy. Registration fees are non-transferable and cannot be converted to donations, reassigned to another member, or applied to future conferences unless requested within the refund period.
Registration is required to attend sessions and events affiliated with the 2026 IDAA Annual Conference.
Registered attendees must always display their badges while onsite.
All questions regarding registration should be directed to executive@idaa.org.
Registration Types
Adult Registrations
The following registration types include the Wednesday night Welcome Event, Thursday Night Newcomers Banquet, Friday All Welcome Family Recovery Luncheon, Saturday Night Speakers Banquet, Sunday Spiritual Brunch, as well as continental breakfasts hosted Thursday - Saturday.
Regular Full meeting registration for all current members, both AA and Family Recovery attendees.
Student/Resident/Fellow Intended for those working towards a degree in the healthcare profession. Must have an IDAA Student Membership to purchase.
Significant Other/Guest For spouses, significant others, adult family members, and other adult guests that are attending with a full registrant IDAA Member.
IDAA 20's Adults in their 20's that are attending with a full registrant IDAA Member.
Teen & Children Registrations
IDAA Teen Program for teens aged 13-19 years, attending with a full registrant. Click here for more information. The teen program includes the Wednesday night Teen Welcome Party, Thursday Night Newcomers Banquet, Friday Family Recovery Luncheon, Saturday Night Speaker Banquet, Sunday Spiritual Brunch, as well as continental breakfasts hosted Thursday - Saturday.
The Children's Program at IDAA Registration in this esteemed program is for children aged 7-12, attending with a full registrant. Attendance is limited to 40 children, and is first-come, first-served. Includes: Wednesday Night Welcome Dinner, Children's Lunch Thursday - Saturday, and Sunday Spiritual Brunch only. Thursday and Saturday's Children's Banquets are not included. Click here for more information.
Children Under 7 More information in private care will be available soon.
Payments & Refund Policy
Payment Methods Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express
Confirmation & Receipts Confirmation of your purchase will be emailed immediately. Please note that must be an IDAA member to register.
Registration Changes and Cancellations To change, add to, or cancel your meeting registration, please e-mail info@idaa.org.
Refund Policy
Through May 8, 2026: 100% refund
May 9 - June 8, 2026: 50% refund
After June 8: No Refund
*We cannot make exceptions to our refund policy. Registration fees are non-transferable and cannot be converted to donations, reassigned to another member, or applied to future conferences unless requested within the refund period.
| Price | |
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Early Bird Regular Ticket
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$709.00 |
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Early Bird Guest/Spouse/Significant Other
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$588.00 |
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Early Bird Medical Student/Resident/Fellow
Includes the Wednesday night Welcome Event, Thursday Night Newcomers Banquet, Friday All Welcome Family Recovery Luncheon, Saturday Night Speakers Banquet, Sunday Spiritual Brunch, as well as continental breakfasts hosted Thursday - Saturday. |
$384.00 |
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Early Bird IDAA 20's
Includes the Wednesday night Welcome Event, Thursday Night Newcomers Banquet, Friday All Welcome Family Recovery Luncheon, Saturday Night Speakers Banquet, Sunday Spiritual Brunch, as well as continental breakfasts hosted Thursday - Saturday. |
$423.00 |
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Early Bird IDAA Teen
The teen program includes the Wednesday night Teen Welcome Party, Thursday Night Newcomers Banquet, Friday Family Recovery Luncheon, Saturday Night Speaker Banquet, Sunday Spiritual Brunch, as well as continental breakfasts hosted Thursday - Saturday. |
$247.00 |
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Early Bird Children's Program at IDAA
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$280.00 |
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5k Fun Run/Walk
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$44.00 |
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Continuing Education (CE) Certificate
*CE Credits CANNOT be purchased after the conference. |
$198.00 |
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Thursday Night Children's Banquet
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$83.00 |
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Saturday Night Children's Banquet
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$83.00 |
Product Add-ons
| Add-ons | Price |
|---|---|
| General Fund Donation View Product | FREE Donation |
| Scholarship Fund Donation View Product | FREE Donation |
Our conference hotel for 2026 is the Downtown Marriott Hotel
540 North Michigan Avenue, 541 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611
Welcome to Chicago’s famed Magnificent Mile. The front door of our downtown Chicago hotel invites guests to experience some of the world's best shopping, while outside our backdoor sits the city’s River North neighborhood - the hub of dining, and entertainment with over 170 restaurants within an 8-block radius of the property.
IDAA Rates & Information
Rate
- $199 per night
Hotel Policies
Check In/Out
- Check in is 4 PM and check out is 11 AM
Pets
- Service animals only
Amenities
- Fitness Center
- Self Parking per day is $29 or $76 for valet
- Dining at the hotel (Click Here)
All rooms and suites feature
- Mini Fridge
- Hair Dryer
- Coffee/tea maker
- Desk/Work Area
- Safe, in room
- Sofa
- Iron & Ironing Board
Starting in 2021, IDAA invited professionals dedicated to issues of healthcare professionals’ wellbeing, including the treatment, and monitoring of substance use disorders, to sponsor and exhibit at our annual conference. This was a wonderful opportunity for IDAA to increase awareness and understanding of our organization’s mission and goals. We look forward to offering this to professional providers and organizations wishing to exhibit at our Annual Conference in Spokane.
Exhibitor & Sponsorship Opportunities
Exhibit at the Conference: $3,300
Includes:
- Two complimentary registrations to the annual conference (additional representatives are subject to registration fees).
- Discounted room rates
- Recognition and display of company logo on our signs, agenda, and other literature
- A 6-foot draped exhibit table and two chairs in the designated exhibit hall from July 8-12th
- Exhibitor Recognition on the IDAA website for 1 year following the conference.
- Logo will be featured in a thank-you email sent to our entire mailing list, honoring exhibitors and sponsors.
Coffee Sponsor: Thursday, Friday & Saturday -$10,000 (3 available)
Includes:
- Logo displayed on screens throughout programming on day of sponsorship
- 1-minute commercial to be played at banquet/meal on day of sponsorship
- Logo displayed at all coffee stations on day of sponsorship
- Four complimentary registrations to the annual conference (additional representatives are subject to registration fees).
- Discounted room rates at The Davenport Grand.
- Recognition and display of company logo on our signs, agenda, and other literature
- A 6-foot draped exhibit table and two chairs in the designated exhibit hall from July 9-13th
- Ribbon identifying as coffee sponsor on sponsor nametags
- Listed as top sponsor at all meals during the conference
- Recognition on the IDAA website for 1 year following the conference.
- Logo will be featured in a thank-you email sent to our entire mailing list, honoring exhibitors and sponsors.
Half -Day Coffee Sponsor: Wednesday and Sunday (arrival & departure day)-$5,000 (2 available)
Includes:
- Logo displayed on screens throughout programming on day of sponsorship
- 1 minute commercial to be played at banquet/meal on day of sponsorship
- Logo displayed at all coffee stations on day of sponsorship
- Two complimentary registrations to the annual conference (additional representatives are subject to registration fees.)
- Discounted room rates
- Recognition and display of company logo on our signs, agenda, and other literature
- A 6-foot draped exhibit table and two chairs in the designated exhibit hall from July 8-12th
- Ribbon identifying as coffee sponsor on sponsor nametags
- Recognition on the IDAA website for 1 year following the conference.
- Logo will be featured in a thank-you email sent to our entire mailing list, honoring exhibitors and sponsors.
Conference Schedule for Exhibitors:
Important Information:
Since this is a recovery-oriented meeting catering to the needs of persons and families impacted by substance use disorder, we ask exhibitors to respect the following guidelines:
- Confine marketing activities to the designated exhibit space
- Do not offer food, beverages, or other consumables that could be unsafe for persons in recovery or could result in a positive urine screen for persons in a monitoring program (includes fermented beverages, poppy seeds, CBD products)
- Exhibitors will NOT be provided with contact information for registrants attending the conference.
- Respect the confidentiality and anonymity of the attendees and sign a confidentiality statement. Any information obtained during the conference must be done so directly with the individual.
- Photo and video containing attendees at the annual meeting are prohibited.
- We ask that you respect the anonymity of our membership by not attending any AA, Family Recovery, or Breakout meetings
- Space is limited and all interested organizations must submit an Exhibitor/Sponsor application for consideration.
- A limited number of charitable nonprofit discount rate spots are available for exhibitors and must be pre-approved ($2,300). Please fill out the application for consideration.
- Representatives are encouraged to attend the Welcome Reception, CE presentations, Thursday and Saturday banquets, Family Recovery Luncheon, and Spiritual Brunch.
- Additional questions should be emailed to executive@IDAA.org
Scholarships will open in March 2026. Check back then for more details and to apply.
For More Information:
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