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February 6–7, 2026 | Nashville, Tennessee
Optional Add-On: Activism Training — February 5, 2026
Join Young America’s Foundation in Nashville, Tennessee for the Freedom Conference—two days of ideas, inspiration, and leadership training in the heart of Music City.
As part of this weekend, attendees will take part in a special Freedom at 250 Rally, marking the official launch of YAF’s nationwide Freedom at 250 initiative commemorating America’s 250th birthday. This high-energy rally will feature top hosts from The Daily Wire alongside your other favorite conservative powerhouse speakers, bringing together hundreds of young leaders for an unforgettable celebration of America’s founding principles.
Throughout the conference, you will explore the principles that shaped 1776, confront the Left’s narratives head-on, and gain practical tools to champion freedom on your campus and in your community during this historic anniversary year and into the future.
Whether you are brand new to the Conservative Movement or a seasoned YAF activist, this conference will invigorate your commitment to fight for free enterprise, the Constitution, religious liberty, and free speech.
Friday, February 6
– Check-In: 12:00–2:00 p.m.
– Freedom at 250 Rally: 2:00 p.m.
– Rally Location: Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum
– Opening Dinner: 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 7
– Sessions: 9:00a.m.–3:00 p.m.
– Closing Dinner: 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 8
– Hotel Check-out
Full-time attendance is required.
Thursday, February 5, 2026 | Begins at 3:00 p.m.
Do you lead a conservative club on campus? Are you ready to take your activism to the next level? Arrive early for our hands-on YAF Activism Training—a powerhouse afternoon designed to prepare you to lead, organize, and grow your conservative presence on campus.
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*YAF Chapter Members will receive priority registration.
Travel Assistance:
Travel assistance may be available on a case-by-case basis for students with demonstrated financial need. Please note that travel assistance is not guaranteed. Read the information below carefully:
If you have questions, please email [email protected].
Please click here to read and download all the frequently asked questions.
This program is open to currently enrolled students from any college or university.
Your fee includes:
• Two days of programming
• Two nights in a high-quality Nashville-area hotel
• Meals from Friday dinner through Saturday dinner
• Access to all sessions, materials, and conference swag
You are responsible for transportation to and from Nashville, although travel assistance may be
available.
Travel assistance may be available on a case-by-case basis for students with demonstrated
financial need. Please note that travel assistance is not guaranteed. Read the information
below carefully:
• Apply for travel assistance here:
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• You must apply for travel assistance before the deadline to be considered. No reimbursements will be issued without prior approval.
• The travel assistance application closes on Wednesday, January 28 (late requests will
not be accepted).
• Students are strongly encouraged to book travel as early as possible. Flight prices
increase quickly, and YAF will not provide additional assistance due to higher costs from
delayed booking.
• Flights must allow for full-time attendance at the conference to be eligible.
• Travel assistance is typically processed as reimbursement after the conference.
• Travel assistance does not cover seat assignments, baggage fees, ground transportation,
parking, travel agent fees, or travel insurance.
If you have questions, please email [email protected].
Tuition waivers are available to those with financial need. If you are experiencing financial
hardship, email a short essay to our conference team at [email protected] explaining your
need and what you hope to gain by attending.
Plan to arrive at the conference hotel between 12:00 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Friday, February 6.
More detailed arrival instructions will be emailed the week of the conference.
The conference ends at 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 7. Departure is on Sunday, February 8.
Fly into Nashville International Airport (BNA).
Rideshares and taxis are readily available.
Students are responsible for arranging transportation to and from the conference venue and
airport.
• Rooms house two to three same-sex students.
• You may request a roommate on your application.
• We will do our best to accommodate mutual roommate requests.
• You will receive your roommate assignment at hotel check-in.
More than 400 students from across the country will attend.
Friday Daytime: Casual
Friday Dinner: Casual
Saturday Daytime: Casual
Saturday Dinner: Professional
Free time is limited due to the fast-paced programming. You may explore Nashville on your
own before check-in, in the evenings after the program concludes, or on Sunday before you
depart.
YAF covers lodging only for Friday and Saturday nights, and Thursday night if you select the
activism training. Students may extend their stay at personal cost by arranging directly with the
hotel.
Yes! A tax-deductible gift of $2,000 enables YAF to host a student who could not otherwise
attend.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Senior Development Officer & Events Manager Ilinca
Biggs at [email protected].
Speakers will be added to the event webpage as they are confirmed. A detailed agenda and
arrival guide will be emailed to participants at least one week prior to the conference.
If you need to cancel, please email [email protected] with your name and the conference
for which you need to cancel. Registration fees are nonrefundable after January 23, 2026.
If you cannot attend and do not give YAF advance notice of your cancellation, you may be
charged $2,000 because your reserved seat could not be given to another participant.
Registrations are subject to approval by YAF.
