The National Federation of the Blind National Convention is the largest gathering of blind people in the world, and is the premier event for training, support, and information for the blind community. It also serves as a governing body, democratically electing our leadership and establishing each year's organizational priorities. 

2025 National Convention

New Orleans, Louisiana

July 8 - 13, 2025

We are thrilled to be serving as the host affiliate for the 85th national convention in the city of New Orleans, and we’d love to have record-setting numbers in attendance! The convention will be held from Tuesday, July 8th to Sunday, July 13th. You can visit www.nfb.org to pre-register beginning March 1st to May 31st, or you may register on-site starting July 8th. (Pre-registration rates are discounted.)

In addition to well-known featured speakers and an enormous exhibit hall filled with technology, literature, and services, there will be numerous special interest meetings, including... seminars for parents and teachers of blind children... meetings for blind high school and college students... professional development opportunities for individuals working in the field of blindness… workshops for those interested in computers and technology... activities and learning opportunities for blind youth… meetings for various professionals… and much more! Social activities will be scheduled throughout the week as well.

This year’s convention will be held at the New Orleans Marriott at 555 Canal Street. Room rates are $119 (singles and doubles) and $129 (triples and quads) per night, plus city, state, and occupancy tax (which currently stands at 16.2%). A deposit of the first night’s room rate is required to make a reservation with a credit card or personal check. The deposit will be charged against your card immediately. Fifty percent of the deposit will be refunded if notice is given to the hotel of a reservation cancellation before June 1, 2025. The other 50% is not refundable. For reservations, please call the New Orleans Marriott at 888-236-2427. Get your reservations early; space is limited. The overflow hotel is the Sheraton at 500 Canal Street and has the same excellent convention room rates (855-516-1090).

The 2025 Convention of the National Federation of the Blind will be a truly memorable event as we celebrate how the organization has helped blind people live the lives they want. There is a $100 non-refundable fee required to ride the bus. Space is limited. For those riding the bus, hotel reservations must be made to check in on July 7th and check out on July 14th. Please call 800-234-4166 to reserve your spot on the bus before May 23.