NAPO’s 48th Annual Convention
Join us in shaping law enforcement’s future.
Join us for NAPO’s 48th Annual Convention. Participate in setting NAPO’s legislative priorities for the 119th Congress. Learn from presentations by prominent law enforcement figures about the latest developments in police policies and services.
The 48th Annual Convention will be held at the Marriott Hotel at the Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan. The riverfront hotel located in downtown Detroit welcomes you with a contemporary design and a newly renovated modern lobby and restaurant. The hotel offers stunning views of the Detroit River and Ontario, Canada.
Very Special Thanks to Mark Young and the Detroit Police Lieutenants & Sergeants Association and Craig Miller and the Detroit Police Officers Association for sponsoring many of the convention’s events. Without their financial support and tireless efforts, many of the events simply would not be possible!
Check back throughout the spring for updates to the Convention Agenda.
Register now for the 2026 Convention
Registration Deadline: June 29, 2026
Online registration for NAPO's 2026 Annual Convention is encouraged! However if you prefer to fill out the PDF form, click the link below.
Registration fees include the cost of convention materials, Breakfast on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and evening events. Children between the ages of 5 – 17 may attend the convention for a special rate of $175. Children age 4 and under are free. Please register children in advance to help us plan appropriately.
Only registered individuals may attend convention events. Spouses, guests, and children must register if they wish to attend any of the events.
Please register online or complete and return the registration form by June 29, 2026
Refunds will not be issued for cancellations received after July 5.
We request all attendees register in advance – however if you are unable to register in advance you may do so on-site for an additional $100 per person.
For questions or additional information please contact NAPO’s Director of Events, Elizabeth Loranger, at (800) 322-6276 or eloranger@napo.org.
Detroit Marriott Hotel at the Renaissance Center
The Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center sits on the Detroit River in the heart of downtown, offering sweeping skyline and waterfront views. The hotel provides modern accommodations and convenient access to dining and attractions.
NAPO has reserved a block of rooms at the Detroit Marriott Hotel at Renaissance Center for registered NAPO convention attendees.
Room rates are $229 per night for a standard room. Reservations may be made by following the hotel link listed below or by calling the Hotel Reservations Department at (800) 228-9290. Be sure to refer to “NAPO 48thAnnual Convention” when making the reservation. To receive NAPO’s special group rate, reservations must be made by June 29.
Travel Discounts
NAPO has partnered with Delta and United Airlines to offer travel discounts.
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Delta Airlines
Delta Airlines is pleased to offer special discounts for NAPO. Please click here to book your flights! You may also check fares with Delta Airlines at www.delta.com. Select “Book Your Flight”. Enter the NAPO discount code: NY49T in the meeting box code. You may also call Delta Meeting Network® at (800)328 -1111 Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. (CT) and refer to Meeting Event Code NY49T. Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via Delta’s reservation 800 number.
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United Airlines
United Airlines is pleased to offer special discounts to NAPO. Please click here for United’s discount. You may also check fares with United Airlines at www.united.com. Select “Advanced Search”. Enter the NAPO event code: ZRQV220412, in the promotion offer code box. You may also call United Meeting Reservation Desk at 800-426-1122 Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. (ET) and Sat/Sun 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (ET). Please refer to NAPO’s Event Code ~ ZRQV220412. Booking fees are waived for meeting reservations.
2026 Agenda
Social events
Activities Nearby
Explore the ideas, innovations and national treasures that helped shape America. The museum offers one of the largest collections of its kind.
Housed within the Ford Motor Company’s Dearborn Truck Plant, a real working factory, explore the auto industry’s defining moments and see the progressive concepts shaping what’s next. Be sure to view the historic vehicles in the Legacy Gallery.
80 acres of living history, where America’s past comes to life. From working farms to open-air markets and Model T rides and the historic Jackson Home.
A historic, vibrant entertainment & cultural district. Monroe Street is the heartbeat of Greektown, one of the last Victorian-era neighborhoods in Detroit.
If you plan to take a day trip to Windsor be sure to bring your passport!
Interested in fishing, checkout the following charters recommended by the Detroit POA:
Captain Steve Jones Charters
586-201-0887
Lake St. Clair Fishing Charter
231-668-2895
Mr. Muskie Charters
586-771-8817
Please contact Craig Miller, President of the Detroit POA. He will advise about courses and assist with tee-times.
Contact: craig@detroitpoa.com
Sponsorship Opportunities
The National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO), founded in1978, remains America’s fastest growing, most influential national police organization. Today, NAPO represents some 250,000 sworn law enforcement officers and more than 1000 member organizations, which include city, county, & statewide organizations—many with memberships in the thousands. NAPO’s 48th Annual Convention will bring together the leaders of law enforcement associations from across the United States.
The convention exhibit area offers a great opportunity for your company to meet NAPO delegates who recommend and approve equipment and services procurement for their police departments and associations.
Sponsoring a social event at the convention is also an excellent way to increase your company’s visibility with NAPO members!
For Sponsorship information, please contact Elizabeth Loranger, NAPO’s Director of Events at 800-322-6276 or eloranger@napo.org