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February 2â5 | đSan Antonio, Texas
Elevate the Conversation. Shape the Future.
Join the leaders of the qualitative research industry for an unforgettable gathering in San Antonio. The QRCA Annual Conference is more than an event â itâs where our community comes alive.
The QRCA Annual Conference is where qualitative research professionals of all ages and experience levels come together to spark ideas, share experiences, and shape the future of our industry. From rising stars to seasoned practitioners, this is your place to grow. What makes this conference so special is not only the cutting-edge content and inspiring speakers â itâs the people. Attendees bring an unmatched spirit of collaboration, openly sharing best practices, new perspectives, and plenty of laughter along the way.
Why Attend? đđĄđ
In 2026, weâre bringing that energy to San Antonio â a city full of culture, creativity, and warmth thatâs the perfect backdrop for our community. Whether youâre a seasoned consultant, a supplier or partner, or an emerging qualitative professional, youâll find unmatched opportunities to learn, grow, and connect.
Our sessions are built to be interactive, creating an environment where everyone contributes to the conversation. Youâll leave with new tools, sharper skills, and stronger relationships that will inspire and support your professional growth long after the closing session.
The QRCA Annual Conference isnât just another industry event â itâs the gathering that keeps qualitative research moving forward.
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February 2â5, 2026, in San Antonio and experience the collaboration, inspiration, and fun that only QRCA can deliver.
Secure Your Spot
Join over 300 qualitative professionals on an extraordinary journey of learning, growth, and networking. The 2026 QRCA Annual Conference is set to be the qualitative event of the year! Make sure you act swiftly to secure your spot and pave the way for an epic start to your year!
Our conference registration tickets include three days of sessions and workshops, breakfast, lunch and break refreshments each afternoon, the Opening Reception, Wednesday Night Event, and access to the Marketplace.
Registration opens in late September. Early bird rates are available until December 22.
Bringing your team? Save 15% on groups of 3 or more from the same company.
Hotel & Travel
đ¨ The Westin San Antonio North (a Marriott property) 9821 Colonnade Blvd, San Antonio, Texas 78230, USA Tel: +1 210-691-8888
The Westin San Antonio North
Group Room Rate: $139.00 plus taxes and fees Group rate is available until Monday, February 09, 2026 Deadline/Last Day to Book: Wednesday, January 07, 2026 To Make a Reservation: Use the weblink below or call Marriott Central Reservation directly at 1-844-886
Snaps from the 2025 Event
Re-live some favorite moments from the 2025 event and hear what attendees had to say about their experience.
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Testimonials
From QRCA Young Professionals
Chiara Albanese
"Stumbling upon the Young Professionals Grant -- and subsequently the QRCA conference and organization as a whole -- was the best thing to ever happen to my career."
Elizabeth Mckinley
"The QRCA has been my professional home for the past 10 years. It all started at the QRCA Annual Conference in Orlando in 2015, where I was a recipient of one of the Young Professional Grant to attend the event for free."
Ivayana Abdi
"Winning the Lloyd J. Harris Scholarship was my first introduction to QRCA, and it immediately connected me with a welcoming and supportive community."
Conference Committee
Kristin Marino
Event Chair
Carey Rellis
Event Co-chair
Andy Monzon
Speaker Co-chair
Jonathan Schneider
Speaker Co-chair
Michelle Lemire
Marketing Co-chair
Danica Burns
Marketing Co-chair
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â ď¸ Beware of Housing Scams
Be cautious of scams that may try to trick you into booking accommodations through unofficial channels.
The QRCA Annual Conference hotel is The Westin San Antonio North, and the official and only QRCA-endorsed means to book accommodations is through the link above.
QRCA does not outsource its hotel reservations. However, companies or individuals are sending phishing emails to some QRCA members and QRCA Annual Conference attendees claiming to be able to book their accommodations. This is a commonâalbeit unwantedâoccurrence for conferences and trade shows. No third-party company is authorized to arrange hotel accommodations for our events, nor is QRCA in any way generating these messages.
If you receive an email offering to book your hotel accommodations for the QRCA Annual Conference, please do not respond to it. By respondingâeven with a request to unsubscribeâyou confirm that your email address is valid, which may increase the likelihood that youâll be contacted again.
If you have any questions, please contact the QRCA Office at +1 414-359-1670 or info@qrca.org.
Travel Arrangements
âď¸ Air Travel
San Antonio International Airport
Phone Number: +1 210-207-3411
Distance From Property: 8.2 Miles
The hotel does not provide shuttle service to the airport.
Alternate Airport Transportation:
Super Shuttle : ~ USD 20.00 (one way). A reservation is required.
đ Ground Travel
Taxi and shared ride services are readily available from all travel points.
Nearby:
Bus Station: Greyhound - San Antonio Bus StationÂ
Train Station: Amtrak
Parking at The Westin San Antonio North
On-Site Parking: Daily: $10.00
đŤ Travel to or Within the U.S.
Travelers to the United States for tourism need a visitor visa (B-2 or combined B1/B2) unless qualifying for entry under the Visa Waiver Program.
Visitor Visa for Tourism (B-2 or B1/B2 visa)
Visa Waiver Program, VWP
Travelers from participating countries may travel to the United States for short visits without a visa through the Visa Waiver Program.
Note: Travelers must have a valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) approval before travel and meet all requirements.
Current program countries include Australia, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, and the United Kingdom. View their webpage for the full list of countries.
Citizens of Canada and Bermuda generally do not need nonimmigrant visas for tourism.