Registration
The 55th CNS Annual Meeting is the perfect opportunity for child neurologists to learn, grow professionally, network, share research, and advocate for the field. Stay updated, connect with colleagues, and contribute to advancing the field and improving patient care.
Registration Opens in Late May
The Annual Meeting is a live, in-person event. Virtual attendance options are not available.
Important Dates
| Early Bird Registration Deadline | July 31, 2026 |
| Hotel Deadline | *September 17, 2026 |
| Cancellation Date (100% refund) | August 31, 2026 (on or before) |
| Regular Rate Registration (including onsite reg) | August 1 – October 17, 2026 |
Registration Rates
Registration includes in-person event + OnDemand access. Additional registration rates apply for the Pre-Conference Sessions held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
| 2026 Early Bird Rate Through July 31, 2026 | 2026 Regular Rate (August 1, 2026 through onsite) | |
| Active Member | $770 | $870 |
| Affiliate Member | $770 | $870 |
| Emeritus Member | $350 | $400 |
| Junior Member | $350 | $400 |
| Medical Student CNS Member | $50 | $50 |
| Trainee Non-CNS Member Residents and Postdoc Fellows | $400 | $500 |
| Student Non-Member Medical Student, Undergraduate, or Graduate | $100 | $100 |
| Academic Coordinator/Assistant Research Coordinators and Research or Labratory Assistants | $445 | $445 |
| Non-CNS Member | $1,100 | $1,100 |
Pre-Conference Sessions
| Sessions | Member Rate | Non-Member Rate |
| Genetic Summit | $50 | $75 |
| Biomedical Writing Workshop | $25 | $50 |
Not a CNS Member?
To receive the CNS member registration rate, individuals must be current in their dues at the time of registration. Non-members interested in joining CNS and registering at the early bird member rate must submit their membership application no later than July 17, 2026. Non-members interested in joining CNS and registering at the regular member rate must submit their membership application no later than September 25, 2026. If, upon review of their membership application, a candidate is deemed ineligible for the membership category to which they have applied, that candidate will not be eligible for the CNS member registration rate.
Cancellation Policy for 2026
Registration may be cancelled with the following fees and penalties:
- All cancellations must be made in writing, via email and sent to registration@childneurologysociety.org.
- Cancellations received on or before August 31, 2026, are eligible for a full refund less $150 administrative fee. Cancellations received after August 31, 2026, are not eligible for a refund.
- In the event of cancellation of any portion, or entire event, CNS does not assume responsibility for any additional costs, charges, or expenses; to include, charges made for travel and lodging.
- Badge Replacement Fee: $100
Please note: New Membership or renewal is not retroactive to the date of registration.
Questions regarding registration: registration@childneurologysociety.org
