October 23-25, 2026
Holiday Inn Express
919 Kruse Way, Springfield, OR 97477
Hotel phone: 541-284-0707
Theme: Making Change Visable
The American Council of the Blind of Oregon invites you to our 72nd Annual Convention. This year’s convention will be a hybrid event, with opportunities to attend in person or virtually using Zoom. ACB Media will carry as much of the convention as possible, including the Saturday night banquet.
Register for the 2026 Convention
Convention Highlights
Friday, October 23
The convention begins at 3:30 PM with the third-quarter ACB of Oregon board meeting, offered as a hybrid activity.
After the board meeting, Blindskills will host a Hospitality Suite with snacks, soda, water, and time to visit with other attendees. The Hospitality Suite will also be open at various times during the weekend.
We hope to have a Friday evening Pizza Party followed by Name That Tune, social time, and a music jam session. Bring a favorite tune or musical instrument and join in. A no-host bar will also be available.
Saturday, October 24
Saturday will include the traditional morning convention schedule, followed by activities for in-person attendees. Caeser the No Drama Llama and his handler Larry are scheduled to visit Saturday afternoon. Check the convention program for the final time and location.
Saturday evening is the convention banquet. Our keynote speaker is Scott Thornhill, Executive Director of the American Council of the Blind.
The convention committee is also planning door prizes and a 50/50 raffle.
Sunday, October 25
The Sunday morning membership meeting is an important part of the convention. Members receiving Convention Assistance must attend the entire Sunday Membership Meeting. Roll call is at 9:00 AM.
Registration Fees
- ACB member, in person: $60
- Non-member, in person: $85
- Virtual registration, member or non-member: $30
Preregistration deadline: September 25, 2026.
The registration document lists late registration as $95. The source does not specify whether that late price applies to virtual or day-only registrations.
Meal Information
Full-convention in-person registration includes the listed meal options. Attendees may decline the included meal options on the registration form.
Friday Night
Pizza Party in the convention room, Making Music & Memories Night social time, and a music jam session. A no-host bar will be available.
Saturday Lunch
- Club Sub Sandwich Boxed Lunch: Turkey, ham, provolone cheese, Applewood smoked bacon, and mayo, with chips and a cookie.
- Turkey Provolone Boxed Lunch: Fat-free turkey breast and provolone cheese, with chips and a cookie.
- Veggie Boxed Lunch: Provolone cheese, Swiss cheese, green bell peppers, sliced onions, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and spices, with chips and a cookie.
Saturday Banquet Dinner
- Grilled Salmon: Served with rémoulade sauce, lemon wedge, and honey-wheat bread. Choose rice or broccoli.
- Alice Springs Chicken: Grilled chicken breast topped with sautéed mushrooms, bacon, Jack and cheddar cheese, and honey mustard sauce, with honey-wheat bread. Choose mashed potato or loaded baked potato.
- Walhalla Pasta: Broccoli and cavatappi pasta in Alfredo sauce, with honey-wheat bread. Choose no protein, grilled chicken, or grilled shrimp.
House salad will also be served with ranch, Caesar, and light balsamic vinaigrette dressing options.
Special diet restrictions: Contact Susan Schwab by September 30, 2026, at sueschwab00@gmail.com or 503-871-6175.
Hotel Information
Holiday Inn Express
919 Kruse Way, Springfield, OR 97477
Reservations: 541-284-0707
Call the hotel directly and request the American Council of the Blind group block. The discounted room rate is $164 per night plus 13.5% tax for a standard room.
Hotel reservation deadline: September 27, 2026.
You are responsible for making your own hotel reservation, even if you request Convention Assistance. The hotel will require a credit card to hold the reservation. ACB of Oregon will reconcile approved Convention Assistance with the hotel at the conclusion of the convention.
Convention Assistance
Convention Assistance is available to qualifying ACB of Oregon members and may help with transportation to and from the convention and one night of hotel expense. Members receiving assistance must attend the entire Sunday Membership Meeting. Roll call is at 9:00 AM.
Accessibility and Lighting Note
The convention committee notes that the overhead lighting in the convention room may be difficult for some attendees. If you are sensitive to intense lighting, please consider bringing a hat or sunglasses.
Register Online
Complete the online registration form below. You will be sent to a thank-you page after submitting your registration.
Questions
For registration questions, contact Sue Schwab at sueschwab00@gmail.com or 503-871-6175.