International Family & Professional Conference

Join Us at the 10th International Family & Professional Conference

July 9-11, 2026
Caribe Royale I 8101 World Center Drive, Orlando, FL

Every two years, the LGS Foundation hosts a comprehensive, multi-day Family & Professional Conference, bringing together more than 350 LGS families, caregivers, clinicians, and epilepsy professionals from around the world.

The conference is designed to support those living with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome through education, connection, and shared experience. Sessions explore LGS causes and treatments, practical strategies for daily life, navigating care and support systems, and ways to improve quality of life—while creating space to connect with others who truly understand the journey.


Registration Is Now Open

General registration for the 2026 Family & Professional Conference is now open.

Registration includes:
  • Access to all educational sessions
  • Exhibit hall access
  • Meals provided during official conference programming, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and break snacks

Don’t wait… Early Bird pricing ends May 1, 2026!

CLICK HERE TO Register for the Conference

Speakers, exhibitors, and industry partners will receive separate registration instructions directly from the LGS Foundation. If you have questions, please contact info@LGSFoundation.org.


Preview the Draft Agenda

We’re excited to share an early look at the schedule for the 2026 LGS Foundation International Family & Professional Conference.

This draft agenda provides an overview of programming across the three conference days, including educational sessions, community connection opportunities, shared meals, and family-centered experiences like Camp Small Steps.

Because we are still confirming speakers and final session details, this agenda is subject to change.

View the Draft Agenda


New This Year: Camp Small Steps

Camp Small Steps is a new, optional Friday night experience created especially for LGS families.

For one special evening, families are invited into a warm, sensory-aware environment designed for connection, comfort, and togetherness. The space will offer gentle, hands-on activities, creative play, and opportunities to relax and recharge; with families participating side by side at their own pace.

Whether you stop by briefly or spend the evening enjoying the space together, Camp Small Steps is designed to feel welcoming, flexible, and supportive—centered on what matters most: shared moments, community, and being together, one small step at a time. 


“Our LGS Conference is more than an event – it’s a chance for us to strengthen bonds, share insights, and grow together as a community. Its success lies in the incredible spirit of our families, researchers, and partners coming together to learn, share, and inspire one another.”

– Tracy Dixon-Salazar, PhD, Executive Director


Registration is now open for the 2026 Conference.

👉 Click Here to Register for the 2026 Conference

Registration includes:
  • Access to all educational sessions
  • Exhibit hall access
  • Meals provided during official conference programming
  • Access to family spaces and evening experiences

👉 Early Bird pricing is available through May 1, 2026.

Important: On-site registration is not available. All in-person attendees must register online by July 1, 2026.


Early Bird (by May 1, 2026)
  • 1 Adult – 3-Day: $250
  • 1 Adult – 1-Day: $80

Standard (after May 1, 2026)
  • 1 Adult – 3-Day: $400
  • 1 Adult – 1-Day: $160

Children 17 and under, including individuals diagnosed with LGS, attend at no cost, but must still be included during registration.

Yes. A limited number of conference scholarships are available to help families who may not otherwise be able to attend.

Scholarship applications were open January 3–31, 2026.

Applicants will be notified by March 15, 2026.

Families awarded a scholarship will receive separate registration and hotel booking instructions. Please do not book travel or lodging until you receive confirmation.

The conference will be held at the Caribe Royale Orlando.

Families can book hotel accommodations through the official LGS Foundation room block:

👉 Click Here to Book Your Room Now

Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis until June 16, 2026, or until the room block sells out.

Room block rates (plus applicable taxes and resort fees):
  • Traditional King or Two Queens: $219/night (up to 4 guests)
  • Suite upgrade: accommodates up to 5 guests (additional cost)
Families should plan their own travel to Orlando International Airport (MCO), approximately 15 miles (20–25 minutes) from the hotel.

If you need an accessible room, please indicate this during the booking process.

In addition to educational sessions, families are invited to enjoy shared experiences designed for connection and fun:
 
  • Sunshine Social: The Fun Starts Here (Thursday afternoon) – A welcoming space for families to gather with activities, games, snacks, and special character visits, offering a relaxed way to connect and kick off the conference together.
  • Camp Small Steps (Friday night) – A new, optional family experience with gentle activities, creative play, and space to relax together. Families may come and go at their own pace.
  • Celebration of Life Butterfly Release – A meaningful moment to honor our children, remember loved ones who have passed, and celebrate hope. Butterflies symbolize love, transformation, and connection

There will be no onsite childcare or patient care services provided at the 2026 Conference. Families should plan accordingly for their child’s care during sessions.

There will be no virtual attendance option for 2026. Sessions will be recorded and shared on the LGS Foundation website following the conference.

Speakers, exhibitors, and industry partners receive separate registration instructions and should not use the general family registration link unless directed.

Questions about registration type can be sent to info@LGSFoundation.org.

  • Cancellations on or before June 1, 2026: refundable minus a $50 administrative fee
  • Cancellations after June 1, 2026: nonrefundable
  • No-shows are not eligible for refunds

Refunds are issued within 30 days to the original payment method.


Thank you to Our 2026 Sponsors

We value our relationship with each of our partners. In addition to financial support, partners provide their unique expertise and perspectives on the issues and needs our families face daily. And while it is our commitment to improve the lives of those impacted by Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome that brings us together, it is our shared understanding that collaborative initiatives generate steadier progress and stronger outcomes that will ensure our partnership proves valuable for the families and providers in our community.

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Email us at info@LGSFoundation.org


Past LGS Family & Professional Conferences

9th International Family & Professional Conference

More than 400 global leaders, healthcare professionals, family leaders, and advocates for LGS united in Phoenix, Arizona for three days of educational sessions and community collaboration, July 11-14, 2024.

VIEW THE 2024 CONFERENCE RECORDINGS ON YOUTUBE

VIEW THE 2024 CONFERENCE PHOTOS ON FACEBOOK


Workshop Resources & Materials

LGS Workshop: Seizure Types, Seizure Action Plans, & Using Technology Devices
LGS Workshop: The Early Years - Navigating the Medical System, School, & Therapies
LGS Workshop: The Elephant in the Room - How to talk about SUDEP & Mortality in LGS
LGS Workshop: Advocating for a Better Future for Your Loved One

Thank You to Our 2024 Sponsors

We value our relationship with each of our partners and their shared commitment to improving the lives of those impacted by Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome.

LGS Foundation Family & Professional Conference June 17-19, 2022

Thank you for joining us at the 2022 LGS Foundation Family & Professional Conference, June 17-19th, 2022 at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas.

Thank You For Joining Us

2022 conference sessions provided attendees with clinical and research updates on Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome, along with information on emerging therapies, special needs resources, and topics related to quality of life. This event allowed the opportunity to foster new relationships and collaborations, both for families and professionals. New this year was our Sib Camp and fun activities for those with LGS.

VIEW CONFERENCE PHOTOS HERE 

Please note that these photos are for personal use only. These photos are not authorized to be used for commercial purposes.


Updated 03/11/26 (KK)