Recreation Forward 2026 – Directors and Leaders Summit

About the Event

Recreation Forward is a leadership summit designed for parks and recreation executives, directors, and emerging leaders who are helping shape the future of the industry. Over two days, attendees will engage in conversations around the most pressing issues facing parks and recreation, including financial sustainability, technology, community expectations, workforce challenges, advocacy, and innovation. The summit creates space for candid dialogue, shared learning, and forward-thinking discussions that will influence the direction of our profession for years to come.