Expert tips to get the most out of your time at the Pool & Spa Show!

By Emma Peterson.

From registration to exploring day of, here are our suggestions for getting the best experience for your team at the 2026 Pool & Spa Show!

The Northeast Spa & Pool Association (NESPA)'s annual Pool & Spa Show is the perfect place to connect to the pool and spa industry. From flexible educational tracks to interactive training walls and fun networking events, there is something for everyone at this show, whether you are a builder, retailer, owner, consultant, architect, manufacturer or some other professional in the industry.

The next Pool & Spa Show will be held at the Atlantic City Convention Center from January 27-29, 2026. As you plan your trip, here are some tips to help you get the most out of your experience!

Registration tips

There are a lot of choices that need to be made about education and training sessions as you register. Here are some tips to simplify the process for you and your team:

Classes

Give your employees the schedule ahead of time! NESPA has made a helpful worksheet for them to track sessions that interest them so you can coordinate all the moving parts. When it gets time to register, you must either choose a class to attend or select the “Not attending morning/afternoon” option to proceed (you cannot leave it blank).

If there is a class that you want to attend that is sold out, make sure to check the schedule to see if there’s an encore class on a different day. If you are specifically looking for opportunities to renew your industry certification, look for technical and business classes available Monday through Thursday. These are available to earn CEU credits.

The website

The registration process runs the smoothest on Google Chrome. You should also be careful not to leave the page idle for more than 45 minutes, otherwise it will time out.

If you need to update anything after you have registered, go back online and sign into your account. From there, use your email address and badge number from the confirmation email to access the registration. Once that information is input, you can update session/event information, just make sure to save your changes before logging out and closing the page.

Member information

If you’re a member, make sure that you know your member number to get the correct rates (call 609-689-9111 if you’re unsure). Also, if you are a NESPA or Pool and Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) member, make sure to register early to get a free technical pass for each employee and a free show floor pass.

Consider the Experience Pass

If you are a NESPA or PHTA member, this is a great opportunity to get the most out of the show. This pass gives you full access to technical and business tracks full of industry knowledge. It also gives you VIP treatment, such as priority lines, exclusive lounges and early access to the Welcome Party.  

Learn more about the pass or about becoming a member online!

Download the app

Take the show with you wherever you go with the official mobile app! This tool provides you with a variety of powerful tools including:  

• Search for exhibitors, tag your favorites, and view booth locations.
• Use the interactive floor plan to locate your favorite booths on the show floor.
• View the session schedule and tracks to select those you plan to attend.
• Click speaker list to find your favorite speakers and view their sessions.
• Check the local info to enhance your experience and explore Atlantic City.

Make sure to sign up for updates and follow NESPA on Facebook to keep up to date on the 2026 show.