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Hope to see you in Normal!
The Arc of Illinois 76th Annual Convention is April 29 – 30, 2026. It will be a hybrid event with an in-person location at the Marriott Hotel in Bloomington-Normal, IL. We will not have a Spanish track of breakout sessions at the Convention. Instead we’re hosting a virtual-only Spanish Conference following the Convention. Stay tuned for more information!
In-Person versus Virtual
Virtual attendees will only have access to the sessions that are live streamed. This includes all keynote speakers and plenary sessions, but we are only live streaming one breakout session. The other breakout sessions will be recorded and shared after. Those attending in person, however, will have the option to choose any of the five breakout sessions per time slot.
While the Art Exhibit, Exhibitors, and Silent Auction are available online, you’ll be able to see the artwork and auction items in person, along with the opportunity to chat with the providers and support organizations in the exhibitor hall.
Hotel Information
Marriott Hotel in Bloomington-Normal
201 Broadway Ave
Normal, IL 61761
Book online or call 309.862.9000
- Group Rate – just mention The Arc of Illinois during check in or book online. Book by April 3rd to receive convention pricing, $159 per night, plus taxes.
- Check-in: 4:00 pm
- Check-out: 12:00 pm
- Right next to the Amtrak Station
- Complimentary overnight guest parking. Use the parking garage across the street, entrance on Beaufort St.
Other hotel options
Hampton Inn & Suites – 320 S Towanda Ave, Normal, IL 61761 – 2.0 miles away
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bloomington – Normal – 1715 Parkway Plaza Dr, Normal, IL 61761 – 2.2 miles away
Courtyard Bloomington Normal – 310A Greenbriar Dr, Normal, IL 61761 – 2.3 miles away
Parking
Parking is available at the garage on Beaufort Street. Parking is included for Marriott Hotel Guests or a maximum of $6/day and $8/overnight.
Street parking is available around the hotel.
Visit this website for more information on parking in Normal, IL
Things to Do
Children’s Discovery Museum – 0.2 Miles Away
- Kids get a hands-on education in science & engineering with 3 stories of interactive exhibits.
Maggie Miley’s – 0.2 miles Miles Away
- Dublin-inspired pub with cottage-meets-Victorian decor, classic fare, import beers & Irish whiskey.
Medici – 0.07 miles away
Bi-level restaurant & bar serving seasonal American fare, pizzas & over 30 drafts in a modern space.
McLean County Museum of History – 2.4 miles away
- County history museum in a century-old domed structure with 7 galleries, 19,000 objects & archives.
Constitution Trail – 5.3 miles away
- Illinois’ largest urban trail offers guests 37 beautiful miles to walk, run, bike or skate. Rest at scenic picnic tables, benches and water fountains.
Miller Park Zoo – 3.5 miles away
- Miller Park Zoo offers many habitats and Zookeeper interaction opportunities that are enjoyed by the whole family. Some highlights include: Sumatran tiger, greater flamingos, American Alligator, river otters, red pandas, lemurs, Galapagos tortoise, bald eagle, Pallas’ cat, snow leopards, gibbons, and red wolves.
Thank you to our Sponsors!
Keynote Sponsors
Champion Sponsors
Inclusion Sponsors
