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Main Street Now 2026 - Discounted rate for civic leaders

Wednesday, March 4, 2026/Categories: News Board

The rumors are true: Civic leaders can attend the 2026 Main Street Now Conference for as little as $200.

But wait, there's more!

The civic leader rate also includes tailored content, special sessions, and invaluable network-building opportunities. Keep reading to learn more, or act now to save your seat to join us in Tulsa, Oklahoma, April 13-15.

Made for Civic Leaders

Curious about what's included in the biggest professional development opportunity for civic leaders looking to boost their impact and role in the success of their local Main Street? Check this out:

  • Connect with hundreds of elected officials and government administrators from across the county
  • Explore proven strategies and innovative solutions to address pressing issues in communities of all sizes — choose from 100+ sessions, including a curated civic leaders education track
  • Learn strategies for building durable Main Streets through civic leader support at this year's Civic Leaders Forum, featuring a dynamic panel discussion with local Oklahoma officials:
    • Heather Turner, Deputy CEO, Oklahoma Department of Commerce and Executive Director, CORE 
    • Representative Mark Lawson, Majority Leader, Oklahoma House of Representatives 
    • Canaan J. Duncan, Deputy Secretary of State, Cherokee Nation  
    • Anthony Archie, Councilor, District 2, Tulsa City Council 
    • Kelsey Wagner, Mayor, Ponca City 

SIGN UP HERE > 

IMPORTANT DETAILS

When: April 13-15, 2026 

Where: Tulsa, Oklahoma

Civic Leader Rate: $200 online (open through April 6*), $299 on-site

Who Qualifies: Elected officials and senior government staff, including mayors, county executives, city councilmembers, elected municipal leaders, staff at the director level and above in Main Street-related departments (i.e., economic development, planning, historic preservation, etc.). 

Have questions? We're here to help! Start with our FAQs >.

Need help? Contact us at info@mainstreet.org. Kindly allow up to 72 hours for a response.