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Top 8 Premium Pest Control Conferences 2026

Premium pest control conferences in 2026 cover more ground than most operators expect, from property management crossovers to contractor-focused intensives.

his page lists eight paid or registration-required events worth considering if you're budgeting for travel and CE credits next year. The Purdue Pest Management Conference 2026 draws a technical crowd and tends to attract suppliers and applicators serious about staying current on treatment protocols. On the facilities and property side, BOMA International Conference & Expo in Long Beach brings together building owners and managers who contract pest services at scale, making it a practical stop for commercial account development. Apartmentalize in New Orleans covers similar territory for multifamily operators. If your pipeline includes higher-value accounts or you're looking to build distributor relationships, these events tend to attract decision-makers with real budgets. The dates span May through November, so there's room to sequence attendance around your busy season.

By the numbers

Total Pest Control conferences: 8
Largest city by count: New Orleans (2)
Tier mix: 2 Tier A / 4 Tier B / 1 Tier C / 1 Tier D
Price mix: 0 $ / 0 $$ / 8 $$$
Date range: May 11, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026

Breakdowns

For more context, the breakdowns below show geographic and schedule distribution.

States by Premium Pest Control conference count

State	Conferences
Louisiana	2
Illinois	1
California	1
Texas	1
Nevada	1

Premium Pest Control conferences by tier

Tier	Conferences
Tier A	2
Tier B	4
Tier C	1
Tier D	1

Takeaways

Within the 8 Pest Control conferences at the Premium ($$$) price tier, 2 rank as Tier A. New Orleans hosts the most events in this cut, with 2 on the calendar. May is the busiest month, with 2 conferences scheduled. Ticket pricing splits 0 at the $ tier and 8 at the $$$ tier, so entry costs vary widely across the set. Food Safety Summit tops the Tier-ranked list, held in Rosemont. The most common stated purpose is Training / Certification, covering 3 of the 8 events in this cut. Event length averages 3.4 days across the set, with the longest running 4 days.

Ranked list

8 conferences

Platinum
Food Safety Summit
May 11–14, 2026Rosemont, IL1k–2k attendees$$$ ticket
Our take
Based on 1k–2k annual attendees, Food Safety Summit ranks solidly as a flagship conference within the Pest Control sector. Entry at $$$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, which is why Orbital rates it at Platinum reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Sales teams working the Pest Control market, this conference belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
Gold
Women's Forum
May 18–19, 2026Barcelona, ES1k–2k attendees$$$ ticket
Our take
Considering 1k–2k registered participants, Women's Forum stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Pest Control vertical. Registration at $$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Pest Control vertical, the show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
Gold
Apartmentalize
Jun 17–19, 2026New Orleans, LA10k+ attendees$$$ ticket
Our take
Considering 10k+ registered participants, Apartmentalize stands as a Gold-rated gathering for the Pest Control vertical. Registration at $$$ signals a serious operator audience, leading Orbital to rate it as a Gold event reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Sales teams working the Pest Control industry, this show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
Silver
BOMA International Conference & Expo
Jun 27–30, 2026Long Beach, CA2k–5k attendees$$$ ticket
Our take
Given its 2k–5k expected attendees, BOMA International Conference & Expo has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Pest Control industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ signals a serious operator audience, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Pest Control category, this gathering merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
Platinum
IAFP Annual Meeting
Jul 26–29, 2026New Orleans, LA2k–5k attendees$$$ ticket
Our take
With 2k–5k industry professionals on the floor, IAFP Annual Meeting sits firmly as a Platinum-rated show across the Pest Control space. Ticket pricing at $$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and our team places it among Platinum events drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Pest Control market, the show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
Gold
PestWorld
Oct 20–23, 2026Grapevine, TX2k–5k attendees$$$ ticket
Our take
Given its 2k–5k expected attendees, PestWorld has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Pest Control industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ signals a serious operator audience, and the Orbital team rates it in the second tier informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Pest Control vertical, this show is worth a serious look.
Gold
Contracting Success
Nov 11–13, 2026Las Vegas, NV1k–2k attendees$$$ ticket
Our take
Given its 1k–2k expected attendees, Contracting Success has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Pest Control industry. Attendance pricing of $$$ implies a vetted crowd of decision-makers, and the Orbital team rates it in the second tier drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. If you're selling into the Pest Control category, this gathering merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
Bronze
TPCA Winter Conference
$$$ ticket
Our take
TPCA Winter Conference ranks solidly as an entry-level conference within the Pest Control sector. Entry at $$$ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, which is why Orbital rates it at Bronze informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Pest Control vertical, the show deserves a line item in your event budget.

Quick reference

All 8 conferences at a glance

Conference	Dates	Location	Tier
Food Safety Summit	May 11–14, 2026	Rosemont, IL	Platinum
Women's Forum	May 18–19, 2026	Barcelona, ES	Gold
Apartmentalize	Jun 17–19, 2026	New Orleans, LA	Gold
BOMA International Conference & Expo	Jun 27–30, 2026	Long Beach, CA	Silver
IAFP Annual Meeting	Jul 26–29, 2026	New Orleans, LA	Platinum
PestWorld	Oct 20–23, 2026	Grapevine, TX	Gold
Contracting Success	Nov 11–13, 2026	Las Vegas, NV	Gold
TPCA Winter Conference	—	—	Bronze

Frequently asked questions

How many Pest Control conferences are happening in 2026?

This guide covers 8 Pest Control conferences for 2026. Scroll up to see dates, locations, and details for each event.

When is the biggest Pest Control event?

Food Safety Summit is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 1k–2k attendees. It takes place May 11–14, 2026. Location: Rosemont, IL.

What's the cheapest Pest Control conference to attend?

TPCA Winter Conference has the lowest ticket price on this list ($$$).

Which Pest Control events are happening in 2026?

7 of the 8 conferences on this list have confirmed 2026 dates. Check each event above for the latest schedule and registration details.

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