ARN's 2026 Rehabilitation Nursing Conference Travel Guide
Plan Your Travel
We can’t wait to see you Palm Beach! ARN has secured a limited number of rooms at a special discounted rate. Make your reservations early as availability will be limited and higher rates may apply.
Meeting Location
Palm Beach County Convention Center
- Address: 650 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- Phone number: 561-366-3000
- Website: https://www.pbconventioncenter.com/
Hotel
Hilton West Palm Beach
- Address: 600 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- Phone number: 561-231-6021
- Rate: $229
- Resort Fee: N/A
- Check-in times: 4pm
- Check-out times: 11am
- Cut off: Friday, July 10, 2026
Phone Reservations: 1-800-HILTONS and reference ‘ARN Annual Conference for Rehab Nursing 2026'
Online Reservations will be available in fall 2025.
ARN has secured a limited number of sleeping rooms at a special discounted rate. To obtain the special rate, make your reservations early and indicate you are attending the ARN Rehab Nursing Conference. The discounted rates expire on the dates noted below or when the room blocks have been filled. After that time, availability will be limited and higher rates may apply.
Travel Information
Airport
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
- Address: 1000 James L Turnage Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
- Phone: 561-471-7400
- Distance from hotel to airport: 3.5 miles
- Estimated drive time: 10 minutes
Ground Transportation
- Airport Shuttle: Not available
- Taxi: Approximately $17
- Uber/Lyft: Approximately $15
- Car Rental: View rental car options at PBI
Located on Level One in the baggage claim section of the airport terminal
Parking Information
Hotel Parking
- Valet Parking: $55 per day
- Self-Parking: Not available
Convention Center Parking
- Self-Parking: $30 per day
ARN does not validate parking. Rates are subject to change. Please contact your hotel for the most current information.
Weather & Conference Attire
West Palm Beach in August is typically hot and humid.
- Average High: 90°F
- Average Low: 76°F
- Meeting room temperatures can vary. We recommend bringing a light sweater or jacket to stay comfortable throughout the sessions.
NOTE: You may receive phone calls or emails or see websites from unaffiliated organizations and individuals who claim to be acting on behalf of ARN. Improper solicitation of hotel reservations from any company or housing provider is not approved by ARN. Should you book your reservation outside of the ARN room block, ARN will not be able to assist you with any issues you may encounter, you solely assume the risks, including additional fees, harsh cancellation policy, lower quality rooms, and in some cases no reservation. To support our efforts to provide you with a quality event, we ask that you book your housing accommodation using only the reservation information for the contracted hotels listed above.
ARN’s 2026 Rehab Nursing Conference Presenter Proposal Submission
Submit your innovative ideas and proposals for ARN’s 2026 Rehabilitation Nursing Conference! We’re looking for submissions that highlight quality improvement, evidence-based practice, research, education, leadership, and program evaluation. This exciting event will once again be presented in a hybrid format, offering both virtual sessions (July 23-24) and in-person (August 2-4) in West Palm Beach, Florida, at the Palm Beach County Convention Center.
Don’t miss this chance to inspire and be inspired.
Returning This Year: Rapid-Fire Sessions
Experience a dynamic presentation format featuring 7-minute talks from diverse thought leaders, delivering impactful insights in just 1 hour. These fast-paced sessions will showcase cutting-edge research and actionable strategies in rehabilitation nursing, fostering collaboration and creativity.
Ideal for new presenters, this format allows speakers to focus on key points without the pressure of lengthy sessions, encouraging emerging voices to share their perspectives. It's also perfect for those submitting a virtual poster proposal who want to present live.
Please Note: Rapid-Fire session will be in-person only. If selected, you must attend the conference in person.
How to Start Submissions:
- Read the 2026 Proposal Submission Instructions and FAQs for more information on abstract requirements and new portal user instructions.
- All Keynote and General Education session proposals must be submitted by December 11, 11:59 PM CT, 2025.
- All Paper, Case Study, Rapid-Fire Session, or Poster proposals must be submitted by January 22, 11:59 PM CT, 2026.
- You may revise your proposal at any time up until the submission deadline.
- You will receive a confirmation email upon submission.
Submitter Information:
User Experience:
For the best user experience, recommended browsers include Google Chrome (preferably the incognito window to remove cache) or Mozilla Firefox. Use of Internet Explorer is not advised.
Who Can Submit:
Abstracts may be submitted by both ARN members and nonmembers with an active user account on the ARN website. New users who do not have an active account on the ARN website will be required to initially create a new account on the ARN website before returning to this login page.
Please note that this submitter account will be the primary point of contact for all submissions associated with this account. The submitter is not required to be the primary presenter of submitted abstracts.
Returning Users:
Returning users can click the “Submit Now” button to login to adjust their submissions at any time.
We’re Here to Help:
For help with any questions regarding your submission, call ARN Member Services at 800.229.7530 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for assistance.
ARN's 2026 Rehabilitation Nursing Conference
ARN is proud to continue offering curated attendance options for our members and rehabilitation nurses. This exciting event will again be presented in a hybrid format, with both virtual sessions and an in-person experience, including on-demand access.
Earn your continuing education credits (CEUs) from inspirational live sessions and on-demand recordings by attending both virtually and in person in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Mark Your Calendar:
Virtual:
July 23-24, 2026
Watch exclusive, live sessions, and have access to on-demand virtual educational content.
In-Person:
August 2-4, 2026, West Palm Beach, Florida
Hybrid options provide a combination of both in-person conference registration as well as virtual conference. Re-watch educational sessions through the end of the year and receive on-demand access to both virtual and in-person session recordings.
How Attending Benefits You:
- Experience unique presentations and interactive activities to earn your CEUs both online and in-person.
- Take advantage of the flexibility of attendance options to pace your education based on your schedule.
- Gain access to industry supporters and experts to discover the latest trends.
- Immerse in inspirational conversations and fun with people who truly understand your experiences.
- Refresh your personal commitment to provide the optimum care to yourself and your patients.
2026 Call for Proposals Now Open
Submit your innovative ideas and proposals for ARN’s 2026 Rehabilitation Nursing Conference! We’re looking for submissions that highlight quality improvement, evidence-based practice, research, education, leadership, and program evaluation.
Consider Bringing Your Team
Discounts are available for both members and non-members looking to attend with a group. Receive even more membership benefits and registration options (including a booth in the exhibit hall) with the ARN Institutional Membership. Connect with Member Services (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) with questions.
*The Association of Rehabilitation Nurses is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation
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