EyeCon26 Convention & Expo

Join doctors of optometry and paraoptometrics from across Nebraska to network, build relationships, and learn about current issues impacting the optometry profession. Continuing education schedules will be posted when available; CE credits pending accreditation from COPE, CPC and ABO.

Staff Membership

All staff of AOA member doctors can join as AOA associate members for free. Member doctors can register and update staff online, email AOA at memberservices@aoa.org or call 800.365.2219.

Hotel Room Blocks

The Nebraska Optometric Association has secured room blocks at three hotels. To reserve a room in the NOA block, call your hotel by August 27, 2026. After this date, reservations will be subject to availability.

• Crowne Plaza (connected to the Younes Conference Center North), 308-238-7000, $172.95 per night plus tax
• Hampton Inn, 308-234-3400, $167.95 per night plus tax
• LaQuinta Inn & Suites, 308-237-4400, $144.95 per night plus tax

Exhibitors

At the EyeCon26 Expo, industry leaders will showcase the latest eye care innovations, trends, technologies, products and services.  Enjoy an evening of elevated food and beverages, conversation, prize drawings and more.  

• Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026
• Location: Younes Conference Center North, Kearney, Nebraska
• Hours: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Setup: Begins after 12 p.m. on September 24, 2026
• Tear down: Begins after 8:30 p.m. on September 24, 2026
• Exhibit space includes an 8’ table, two chairs, electricity, registration for two representatives and reception food
• Cost: NOA partners receive complimentary booth space. The cost for non-partners to exhibit is $1,500.  Explore the benefits of an NOA partnership. 
• Shipping information:
  • Younes Conference Center North, 707 W. Talmadge Street, Kearney, NE 68845
  • Visibly display the following information on your freight:
    • EyeCon26, NOA Fall Convention
    • Full name of the individual claiming the shipment
    • Full address and contact information, including the phone number of the company shipping the item
    • Schedule freight to arrive after September 17, 2026
• Registration: to open on or before July 1, 2026