Fall 2026 OACA Conference
October 11th-13th, 2026
Salem Convention Center, Salem Oregon
Fall 2026 Conference Scholarships
Conference scholarships are available to current OACA members. Scholarships will open August 1st and close on August 28th.
To apply for a scholarship, please use this link: https://www.oaca.org/Sys/Poll/74248
If you have any questions, please contact Maria Ngyuen- Membership Vice President.
Fall 2026 Conference Agenda- Coming Soon!
Click here to Register for the Fall 2026 Conference!
The 2026 Fall Conference is being held at the Salem Convention Center, 200 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97301.
Join us in beautiful Salem, Oregon for a wonderful time of learning, networking and fun!
Hotel Accommodations Information
The 2026 Fall Conference is being held at the Salem Convention Center, 200 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97301 with hotel accommodations at the adjoining The Grand Hotel, 201 Liberty Street SE, Salem, OR 97301.
Many of the rooms at The Grand Hotel have beautiful views of downtown. Every room has the following amenities:
| Microwave | Refrigerator | Coffee Maker |
| Streaming Services | Ear Plugs & Sound Machines (available on request) | Complimentary high-speed WIFI |
| Complimentary underground parking on-site |
The hotel offers a complimentary chef prepared hot breakfast buffet served each morning (7:00am on weekends and 6:30am on weekdays). There is an indoor pool, jetted spa and an onsite fitness center. Bentley’s is located next to the hotel and has full-service dining and includes a lounge.
Please make your hotel reservations no later than September 10, 2026. The block of rooms and special OACA rate will only be held until that date.
To make a reservation, call 503-540-7800 and make sure you tell them you are “participants of the OACA Fall Conference”.
| Deluxe Double Queen Room | $199 + Tax | Tax Rate= 11% |
| Deluxe King Room | $189 + Tax | Check in: 4pm Check Out:11am |
2026 Fall Conference Menu
BREAKFAST WILL NOT BE PROVIDED IN THE CONFERENCE AREA
Sunday Lunch – Baja Buffet
Tropical Fruit Platter
Mexican Caesar Salad
Seasoned Grilled Chicken Breast & Carne Asada; Pepper & Onions
Seasoned Tofu & Garbanzo Beans
Corn & Flour Tortillas, Sour Cream, Olives, Shaved Lettuce, Cheddar & Jack Cheeses
Tomato, Corn & Jalapeno Rice
Black Beans
House Made Tortilla Chips with Guacamole & Salsa
Dessert: Assorted Dessert Platter
Coffee, Hot Tea, and Iced Tea
Sunday Banquet Dinner – NW Dinner Buffet
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Platter
Traditional Caesar Salad
Roasted Beet Salad
Rosemary, Lemon & Garlic Grilled Chicken with Chasseur Sauce
Grilled Wild Salmon with Artichoke, Nicoise Olive & Sundried Tomato Beuree Blanc
Herb & Garlic Rubbed Prime Rib with Rosemary Au Jus & Horseradish Cream
Roasted Herb Fingerlings
Seasonal Roasted Vegetables
Three Cheese Cavatappi
Assorted Artisan Rolls & Butter
Dessert: Assorted Dessert Platter
Fresh Brewed Coffee & Assorted Hot Teas
(No Host Bar)
Monday Lunch – Little Italy Buffet
Truffle Caesar Salad
Charcuterie Display
Arugula, Spinach & Radicchio Salad
Ricotta, Mushroom & Spinach Lasagna
Chicken Cacciatore & Garbanzo Cacciatore
Buttered Pappardelle
Seasonal Roasted Vegetables
Assorted Bread & Butter
Dessert: Assorted Dessert Platter
Coffee, Hot Tea, and Iced Tea
Sunday and Monday PM Snack Break
|
Sunday PM |
Monday PM |
|
Tri-Colored Tortilla Chips with Guacamole & Salsa Assorted Sparkling/Mineral Waters & Sodas |
Hummus, Persian Olives, Feta & Grilled Pita Bread Assorted Sparkling/Mineral Waters & Sodas |
Guests or Ala Carte Meals:
(price includes 22% service charge)
|
Sunday Luncheon $41.48 |
Sunday Dinner $62.22 |
Monday Luncheon $37.82 |
-
1 Jan 2026Oregon