The TML 86th Annual Conference and Expo will be held from July 9-12, 2026 at the MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center in Kingsport, Tenn.
Registration for Expo Vendors and Exhibitors is open now. Click the button below.
Attendees will be able to register soon. Check back for updates.
Please note: All registrations will be made through our new platform, Engagifii. It is best to register on a desktop or laptop computer. Functionality is limited on a mobile device.
If it is your first time logging in, you will need to create a profile.
If you have any questions about using Engagifii, contact Kelly or Corinne.
Please note this agenda is tentative. Times and additional details will be added once they are finalized.
Thursday, July 9
MTAS Elected Officials Academy
Workshops - CMFO Training, Utility Board Training
Expo setup
Race You to the Speedway* - Drive the World's Fastest Half Mile and enjoy dinner at the Bristol Motor Speedway
*Will require separate registration. Track laps will have a separate fee for those who drive but dinner is included with conference registration.
Friday, July 10
MTAS Elected Officials Academy
Workshops - CMFO Training, Utility Board Training
Expo setup
Explore the Region - off-site excursions
Meetings - TML Policy, TML Districts, TML Board
Welcome to Kingsport - Host City Reception
Saturday, July 11
Expo is Open
Golf Tournament*
Workshops - City Officials
General Session 1
Explore the Region - dinner on your own
*Will require separate registration and will have separate fees for participants.
Sunday, July 12
Expo is Open
Workshops - City Officials
General Session 2
Public Entity Partners Reception
Each year the Tennessee Municipal League (TML) honors municipalities across the state for overall excellence, outstanding programs, and department accomplishments.
Any town or city that is a member in good standing with TML is eligible to nominate themself or another member town or city.
Winners are selected by a committee comprised of municipal elected officials, past award recipients, TML board members, and MTAS consultants.
Winners will be notified prior to the annual TML Conference and Expo and must attend July 9-12, 2026, in Kingsport, Tenn.
Nominations will be accepted online April 1 – May 1.
Award Categories
- Excellence in Economic and Community Development
- Excellence in Police Service
- Excellence in Fire Service
- Excellence in Parks and Recreation
- Excellence in Public Works
- Excellence in Energy Efficiency and Conservation
- Excellence in Overall Municipal Governance
- Small Town Progress
- Innovation Award
Exhibitor setup will be available on Friday July 10 from 1 until 4:30 p.m. and Saturday July 11 from 7:30 until 9 a.m., ensuring ample time to prepare for attendee engagement.
You will be notified by email when the hotel reservation block opens for discounted room rates and when you may register for additional conference events and experiences.
Booth options are available to fit your organization’s needs:
- 10x10 Single Standard Booth: $1,100
- 10x10 Single Corner Booth: $1,300
- 10x20 Double Standard Booth: $1,900
- 10x20 Double Corner Booth: $2,300
- Triple Booth: $2,500
An additional $200 fee will be applied to registrations beginning Thursday, June 11, 2026.
To assist with planning, please note that cancellations must be received by May 31, 2026 to qualify for a refund. No refunds will be issued after this date.
If you have any questions or challenges with Engagifii during the registration process, contact Kelly McKinley or Corinne Gould.
If you have questions regarding booth selection, please email Debbie Kluth or call (615) 425-3908.
Expo Vendors and Exhibitors May Register Now
If it is your first time to log into Engagifii, you will need to create a profile. Expo vendor and exhibitor registration is available under Events / All Events.
