Programme announced for PestWorld 2026
PestWorld 2026 is to be held between 20-23 October 2026 at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center, Grapevine, Texas, USA. Full details of the programme, the exhibitors, registration and hotel information for PestWorld 2026 are now available. Visit the PestWorld website www.pestworld2026.org.
Held each year, and organised by the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) in the USA, PestWorld is the largest and most international gathering in the professional pest controller’s calendar. In 2025 it attracted over 4,500 delegates of which nearly 640 were international attendees from 75 countries. Underlining the global nature of today’s pest management business.
PestWorld 2026 is a unique gathering of professionals committed to advancing the pest management industry. It provides an ideal opportunity for individuals from every facet of the global pest management industry to share their knowledge, hear differ
ent perspectives on business trends, learn the latest technical research and form lasting bonds within the industry.
Concurrent technical and educational sessions
After each general session, delegates can choose from a multitude of nearly 70 concurrent technical, educational and management presentations covering virtually every technical topic and pest likely to be encountered by a professional pest controller. Designed for CEOs, there are several more commercial sessions plus two forums designed to address the scaling of a pest control business to the next level.
Full details of all the sessions can be explored on the PestWorld website. www.pestworld2026.org
For international delegates
There is plenty specifically designed for international delegates. This includes, for those attending for the first time, a specific welcome and orientation session on Tuesday, the first day, before events start to swing into action. The international reception on Wednesday night, once again sponsored by Orkin, is a great place to catch up with all those from overseas.
On Thursday afternoon, the Global Pest Management Coalition is holding an open meeting. All international delegates are most welcome. Come along and find out what this group has been working on.
The event finishes on Friday evening with the PestFest closing party. With local bands and fun activities, it is an ideal opportunity to let your hair down and say farewell to colleagues and new friends made.
Exhibition and early registration
The exhibition is always at the heart of PestWorld events and will feature over 250 exhibitor stands, not only from the US but also from Europe and Asia. Here delegates could catch-up on all the new developments and products.
Special registration rates are offered to international delegates with the added bonus of early bird discounts for bookings made by September 3. In addition, NPMA has secured a discounted hotel room rate at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center for reservations made before September 25. Attendees are encouraged to book their accommodation early as rooms are expected to fill quickly.
Registration and hotel details are on the PestWorld website at www.pestworld2026.org. The site also includes the event programme and exhibition information, which will be regularly updated, as plans are finalised.
